GI Oncology
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WATS-3D plus Seattle protocol increases dysplasia detection in Barrett’s esophagus
The novel WATS-3D can obtain higher proportions of Barrett’s esophagus mucosa through the use of a brush-only technique.
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Linked-color imaging outperforms other modalities at adenoma detection
With LCI, lesions become reddish due to color contrast of hemoglobin present in capillary vessels, whereas the surrounding mucosa becomes whitish...
Conference Coverage
Genetic testing for colon cancer: Who, when, and how
Gastroenterologists should be skilled in recognition of patients with inherited risk of colorectal neoplasia.
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Gastric cancer: Family history–based H. pylori strategy would be cost effective
First-degree family history and H. pylori infection each raise gastric cancer risk by roughly 2.5-fold.
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AGA Clinical Practice Update: Expert Review on IBD dysplasia surveillance, management
The 14 best practice advice statements cover a variety of topics, including appropriate lesion terminology and characterization.
Perspectives
Should the starting age for CRC screening be lowered to 45?
Two renowned experts debate the pros and cons of this paradigm change.
Latest News
Colorectal polyps often recur after incomplete resection
Compared with complete resection, incomplete resection substantially increases the likelihood that a polyp will be found during follow-up...
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Shorter HCC screening intervals benefit high-risk patients
The greatest improvements with shorter screening intervals were seen in patients who had underlying hepatitis B or cirrhosis.
News
AGA Clinical Practice Update Expert Review: Management of malignant alimentary tract obstruction
Whatever approach is taken, it needs to take into account characteristics of the obstruction and the patient’s expectations, prognosis, and...
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Mutational signature may reveal underlying link between red meat and CRC
This is the first time it’s been described in CRC, and data suggest mutational changes may begin early in the path of colorectal carcinogenesis....