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New guideline provides recommendations for the treatment of mild to moderate UC
The guideline focuses on use of both oral and topical 5-aminosalicylates (5-ASA) medications, rectal corticosteroids, and oral budesonide.
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Top AGA Community patient cases
Physicians with difficult patient scenarios regularly bring their questions to the AGA Community.
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New online resource from the AGA IBD Parenthood Project provides guidance, dispels fears about pregnancy for women with IBD
“Misperceptions and fears have driven many women with inflammatory bowel disease to delay pregnancy or be voluntarily childless.”
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AGA Legacy Society members bolster research
Members of the AGA Legacy Society provide tax-deductible gifts to the AGA Research Foundation of $5,000 or more per year for 5 years.
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GI leaders recognized by AGA’s prestigious recognition awards
AGA members honor their colleagues and peers for outstanding contributions to the field of gastroenterology by nominating them for the AGA...
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What’s next for the AGA Center for Gut Microbiome Research and Education?
Diet and nutrition; pro-, pre-, and synbiotics; and more.
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Three key points: AGA comments on vision for continued board certification
Reforming MOC is a priority for AGA so our comments were extensive.
Commentary
A shutdown, a lawsuit, and drug prices
In this month’s issue there are also several articles about polyp detection and the long-term protective effect of colonoscopy.
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Guideline public comment period framework
AGA is dedicated to integrity and transparency in the development of clinical guidance.
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2018 AGA legislative wins
Because of your efforts, we achieved several key successes that benefit clinicians, researchers and patients.