A New Operative Approach for GEJ Adenocarcinoma
Is traditional resection the only management option for this patient's gastroesophageal junction tumor? (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - January 20, 2015 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Eosinophilic Esophagitis: No Steroids Needed?
A new understanding of the natural history of eosinophilic esophagitis suggests that endoscopic dilation and a dysphagia diet may be a better way to go in steroid-naive adult patients. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - December 31, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Why Not Use Oral S-1 in Colon Cancer?
Dr David Kerr reports that S-1, an oral fluoropyrimidine used as adjuvant therapy in stage III colon cancer, is noninferior to a 3-drug regimen, suggesting that S-1 is a strong option in this setting. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - November 3, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
From HCV to EoE and IBD: Best of ACG 2014
Dr David Johnson takes you on a whirlwind tour of the practice-changing highlights from this year's American College of Gastroenterology meeting. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - October 29, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Colon Cleansing for Colonoscopy: New Guidelines
With products coming and going, what is the best preparation for bowel cleansing before colonoscopy? (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - October 15, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Can CRC Maintenance Therapy Extend Survival?
A small gain in progression-free survival is the chief benefit so far, but optimized maintenance therapy may eventually result in extending overall survival, as suggested by new data from ESMO 2014. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - October 6, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
IDWeek 2014: A Preview for Clinicians
Viral diseases, antimicrobial resistance, C difficile, new diagnostics, and HCV -- Paul G. Auwaerter, MD, offers his preview of what to watch for from IDWeek 2014. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - October 3, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Cologuard: Breakthrough in CRC Screening
Dr. John Marshall discusses Cologuard, a new screening test for colorectal cancer that can detect CRC missed by colonoscopy, which he hopes will keep masses of patients out of his office. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - September 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Can Cologuard Improve Colon Cancer Screening Rates?
A new multitargeted stool-based screening test could be the answer for patients who avoid colonoscopy. Dr. David Johnson offers commentary, and a couple of caveats, on its use in clinical practice. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - September 4, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Antidepressants and Psychological Therapies in IBS
Is it time to consider psychological approaches to irritable bowel syndrome an important component of care? (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - August 26, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Get Ready for Chromoendoscopic Surveillance in IBD
Dr. David Johnson discusses a new paradigm for endoscopic colorectal cancer surveillance in patients with inflammatory bowel disease that spells the end for random biopsies. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - August 21, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Hemorrhoids Can Be a Real Pain
Patients might not bring them up, but hemorrhoids and anal fissures, along with their consequences, are common complaints. Here ' s how to evaluate and treat them. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - August 13, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Hemorrhoids Can Be a Real Pain
Patients might not bring them up, but hemorrhoids and anal fissures, along with their consequences, are common complaints. Here's how to evaluate and treat them. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - August 13, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Why Don't CRC Survival Data Add Up?
Dr. John Marshall questions why the survival rate in a large phase 3 trial presented at ASCO was nearly double the survival rates achieved by earlier trials while using the same medicines. (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Podcast - August 4, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
