GI Oncology
From the Journals
USPSTF final recommendation on CRC screening: 45 is the new 50
“There are many tests available that can effectively screen for colorectal cancer and the right test is the one that gets done,” said Dr. Martha...
From the Journals
Does surgery for colorectal liver metastases release tumor cells?
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First AI device for colonoscopy: Extra set of expert ‘eyes’
The GI Genius device, when combined with colonoscopy, enhances provider performance and reduces colon cancer risk by increasing adenoma detection...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves frontline immunotherapy for gastric cancers
Nivolumab is now approved for the frontline treatment of advanced or metastatic gastric cancer, gastroesophageal junction cancer, and esophageal...
From the AGA Journals
Low-risk adenomas may not elevate risk of CRC-related death
The authors of the meta-analysis suggested that the screening interval for patients with LRAs be 10 years to match recommendations for patients...
Conference Coverage
Cumulative inflammatory burden predicts cancer risk in ulcerative colitis
Second study validates cumulative microscopic inflammation score as independent predictor of colorectal neoplasia.
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Swallowable capsule-camera may reveal GI cancers, diseases
From the Journals
Confirmed: Diet influences colorectal cancer risk
Conference Coverage
Can smoke exposure inform CRC surveillance in IBD?
A prospective analysis showed heightened risk for colorectal neoplasia in some subgroups, but the analysis didn’t account for inflammation.
From the Journals
Age should not be a barrier to aggressive esophageal cancer treatment
Comorbidities, fitness are what matters.