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Chronic Pancreatitis
This review is focused on important new observations in chronic pancreatitis made in the last year.
Journal Article, October 10, 2008
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Radioimmunological Detection of Anti-transglutaminase Autoantibodies in Human Saliva: A Useful Test To Monitor Coeliac Disease Follow-up
Serum radioimmunoassay (RIA) tissue transglutaminase autoantibodies (tTG-Abs) proved to be a sensitive test also during coeliac disease follow-up. The authors demonstrate that RIA tTG-Abs could be detected in human saliva.
Journal Article, October 10, 2008
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Liver Transplantation for Recurrent Hepatocellular Carcinoma on Cirrhosis After Liver Resection: University of Bologna Experience
Is liver transplantation a safe and effective strategy for managing recurrent hepatocellular carcinoma after liver resection for cirrhosis?
Journal Article, October 10, 2008
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Diagnosis of Hepatitis B Virus Infection Through Serological and Virological Markers
It is important for physicians to monitor liver-disease progression in HBV carriers by using both serological and virological markers, so that effective treatment can be initiated early before the development of advanced liver disease.
Journal Article, October 10, 2008
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Why and How to Use the Photographic Atlases of the American Registry of Pathology
William A. Gardner, MD, Executive Director, American Registry of Pathology, Silver Spring, Maryland, describes the importance of visual images to medicine.
Editorial, October 10, 2008
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Esophageal Cancer: Current and Emerging Therapy Modalities
Survival rates for esophageal cancer have been low for the last two decades, but recent efforts to improve treatment may change that. This review collates existing and newer treatment options.
Journal Article, October 9, 2008
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Biliary Events and an Increased Risk of New Onset Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Population-Based Cohort Study
Is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) a risk factor for cholecystectomy? Or, does biliary disease and cholecystectomy predispose patients to the development of IBS?
Journal Article, October 9, 2008
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Ultrasonographically Detected Gallbladder Polyps: A Reason for Concern? A Seven-Year Follow-up Study
The management of coincidental detected gallbladder polyps is still nebulous. There are few published data regarding their long-term growth.
Journal Article, October 9, 2008
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Lymphocytic Esophagitis: A Chronic or Recurring Pattern of Esophagitis Resembling Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Medical records of 42 lymphocytic esophagitis cases were reviewed. Were patients with lymphocytic esophagitis more likely than control subjects to have Crohn's disease?
Journal Article, October 9, 2008
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CME/CE
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: From Diagnosis to Management
Are you current on the latest evidence about chronic fatigue syndrome? Don't miss this comprehensive review, offering guidance on risk factors, prevalence, diagnosis, and management.
Clinical Review, October 9, 2008
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CME
Interferon-based Therapy for Chronic Hepatitis C: Current and Future Perspectives
New research has highlighted means to individualize treatment for chronic infection with hepatitis C virus, and new medications offer promise to improve treatment of hepatitis C. The current article reviews recent findings in the treatment of chronic infection with hepatitis C virus and highlights future directions for treatment.
Journal Article, October 9, 2008
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Therapeutic Impact of CT of the Appendix in a Community Hospital Emergency Department
How do the results of CT influence subsequent treatment of patients with suspected appendicitis? What is the therapeutic impact of CT of the appendix on patient management in a community hospital ED?
Journal Article, October 8, 2008
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Diagnosis and Management of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Dyspepsia among Older Adults
Can gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) be separated from dyspepsia in uninvestigated patients?
Journal Article, October 8, 2008
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Procalcitonin in Liver Transplantation: Are High Levels due to Donors or Recipients?
Do procalcitonin (PCT) levels predict complications in post orthotopic liver transplant recipients? Learn more about the source of PCT increase after transplantation.
Journal Article, October 8, 2008
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Analysis of Oxidative DNA Damage in Patients with Colorectal Cancer
Can measurement of oxidative damage at various stages of colorectal cancer help determine the effectiveness of antioxidant agents and prevent initial oxidative stress in the colon?
Journal Article, October 8, 2008
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Hepatitis C Patients' Self-Reported Adherence to Treatment With Pegylated Interferon and Ribavirin
The aim of this study assess the prevalence of missed doses of pegylated interferon and ribavirin, and examine the correlates of dose-taking adherence in clinic settings.
Journal Article, October 7, 2008
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Biologic Therapy for Crohn's Disease: Selecting the Right Patient
Brad Maltz, MD, and David Schwartz, MD, review the current evidence in regard to which patients with Crohn's disease are the most appropriate for treatment with a biologic agent.
Expert Viewpoint, October 7, 2008
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Thirty-Seven Uninterrupted Years of Hemodialysis: A Case Report
The literature of extremely long-lived patients on uninterrupted hemodialysis is reviewed, and the clinical characteristics and complications of these patients are discussed.
Clinical Case, October 7, 2008
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CME
Multiple System Atrophy: A Clinical Review
Would you recognize MSA if you saw it? An important review from WE MOVE.
Article, October 7, 2008
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CME
Tubulointerstitial Nephritis as an Extraintestinal Manifestation of Crohn’s Disease
Tubulointerstitial nephritis is an infrequent but serious complication associated with Crohn's disease. The current case reports and review focus on the pathophysiology and management of tubulointerstitial nephritis associated with Crohn's disease.
Journal Article, October 7, 2008
