Quincy (Mass.) Medical Center has been tapped to conduct a new clinical trial that would assess the efficacy of a GI device aimed at detecting more abnormalities during colonoscopy, according to a Boston Globe news report.
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Scientists at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine found colorectal cancer cells trigger a set of genes similar to those found in intestinal stem cells, according to an institute news release.
Despite recent studies suggesting colorectal polyp detection declines as the workday progresses, researchers found premalignant polyp, adenomatous polyp and hyperplastic polyp detection rates could remain stable throughout the day under certain work conditions, according to a study published in Gastrointestinal…
Researchers found position changes during colonoscope withdrawal can significantly increase polyp and adenoma detection rates, according to a study published in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
In honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Atlantic City, N.J., is hosting an open house and inviting community residents to watch a mock colonoscopy and learn more about gastroesophageal diagnosis and treatment options, according to…
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STERIS Corp., a provider of infection prevention and surgical products and services, has announced the launch of a new device for its European markets designed to aid manual reprocessing of endoscopes between patients.
Research findings show polypectomy rates have a high correlation to adenoma detection rates and can thus serve as a useful quality measure for GI physicians, according to a study published in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
Researchers found large colonic polyps, which are traditionally managed surgically, can be safely and effective managed by endoscopy, according to a study published in Gastroenterology.
Olympus has announced its support for legislation that will help ensure Americans have access to colon cancer screenings.
There are critical gaps between older Americans who receive potentially lifesaving preventive services and those who do not, according to a new report from agencies of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.