GI & Endoscopy

Researchers suggest that patients taking isotretinoin are at much higher risk of inflammatory bowel disease, according to a study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology.

Researchers found balanced propofol sedation, consisting of propofol in combination with midazolam and meperidine, resulted in improved provider and patient satisfaction over conventional sedation while displaying similar adverse events after GI therapeutic procedures, according to a study published in Gastrointestinal…

Four specialty societies have released a joint statement regard the American Board of Surgeons' recently established guideline on surgery resident training in endoscopy.

The rates of cancer and cancer-related deaths in Wisconsin have declined between 1997 and 2007, with the greatest decline occurring among colorectal cancer patients, according to a Journal Sentinel news report.

Researchers from University Hospitals Case Medical Center and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine have conducted a study that suggests lack of sleep can amount to a higher risk of colorectal adenomas or polyps, which can later lead to…

Kamalesh Patel, MD, a gastroenterologist from Bland, Va., will be opening a new medical practice in Bland by March, according to a SWVA Today news report.

Here are five recommendations regarding prevention and screening of colorectal cancer, according to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.

Researchers suggest a fast-track rehabilitation program may be more favorable than conventional care for patients that undergo resection of colorectal cancer, according to an article published in World Journal of Gastroenterology.

Key findings from two studies suggest exercise and vitamin D can be helpful in improving symptoms in irritable bowel syndrome and reducing risk of colorectal cancer, respectively.

Researchers found that excluding sodium phosphate boosters in preparation for PillCam colon capsule endoscopy resulted in a "clinically meaningful reduction" in capsule excretion rates that were partially compensated by polyethylene glycol boosters, according to an article published in Journal of…