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Single-use duodenoscope is cost effective in ERCP
- Author:
- Jim Kling
The EXALT Model-D beats high-level disinfection of reusable devices among patients undergoing endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography.
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GERD: Upper endoscopy may reduce GI cancer mortality
- Author:
- Jim Kling
The relatively high incidence of upper GI cancer among patients with GERD suggests benefit from even one endoscopy, according to the investigators...
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Flexible sigmoidoscopy ADR linked to long-term survival
- Author:
- Jim Kling
The screening program had no apparent effect on incidence and mortality of proximal cancers.
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Sleeve, RYGB reduce liver fat in type 2 diabetes
- Author:
- Jim Kling
Both Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy (SG) are effective at improving hepatic steatosis in type 2 diabetes patients,...
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For equality in prostate cancer outcomes, seek equality in treatment
- Author:
- Jim Kling
Black men in radiotherapy clinical trials had similar outcomes to White men.
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Oropharyngeal cancer up nearly 3% among men
- Author:
- Jim Kling
Oropharyngeal cancer cases and mortality rates are up for older men, particularly in the Midwest and Southeast. Physicians urge HPV vaccination...
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Earlier lung cancer detection may drive lower mortality
- Author:
- Jim Kling
Few eligible patients undergo CT screening despite survival benefits.
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Omega-3 supplementation improves sleep, mood in breast cancer patients on hormone therapy
- Author:
- Jim Kling
Although the sample size was small, this study showed that 4 weeks of omega-3 supplementation improved sleep quality in cancer patients.
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A deep dive on tofacitinib’s mode of action
- Author:
- Jim Kling
New research reveals details on the JAK inhibitor’s pharmacokinetics, including possible targets for future research.
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GERD: Upper endoscopy may reduce GI cancer mortality
- Author:
- Jim Kling
The relatively high incidence of upper GI cancer among patients with GERD suggests benefit from even one endoscopy, according to the investigators...
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Single-use duodenoscope is cost effective in ERCP
- Author:
- Jim Kling
The EXALT Model-D beats high-level disinfection of reusable devices among patients undergoing endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography.
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Triple therapy for HER2-positive gastric cancer shrinks tumors for most in study
- Author:
- Jim Kling
Immune checkpoint inhibition plus trastuzumab and chemotherapy produced a striking response rate for patients with aggressive gastric cancer.
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Flexible sigmoidoscopy ADR linked to long-term survival
- Author:
- Jim Kling
The screening program had no apparent effect on incidence and mortality of proximal cancers.
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Home-based system relieves refractory ascites in cirrhosis
- Author:
- Jim Kling
A tunneled peritoneal catheter drainage system relieved symptoms with an infection risk similar to standard of care.
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Omega-3 supplements may impact breast cancer risk
- Author:
- Jim Kling
Two small studies suggest gut microbiota changes could influence susceptibility.