GI & Endoscopy

CRH Medical's security holders approved Well Health's planned acquisition of the company April 16.

One in 6 patients with colorectal cancer have an inherited cancer-related gene mutation which likely predisposed them to the disease, according to a Mayo Clinic study. 

Artificial intelligence has a growing presence in gastroenterology. From colonoscopy procedures to imaging techniques, here are six AI updates in GI so far in 2021:

Pittsburgh-based Allegheny General Hospital, the flagship medical center for Allegheny Health Network, performed colorectal and breast reconstruction surgeries using the da Vinci Xi surgical system for patients who underwent aggressive cancer therapies. 

A new market research report published in MarketsandMarkets said the global market for laparoscopic instruments is expected to reach $22.1 billion by 2026, up from $12.3 billion in 2021. 

Clearwater, Fla.-based Gastro Florida has partnered with ChronWell, a clinical service provider, to extend patient care with ChronWell's digital health solutions, according to an April 15 release. 

Medscape released its 2021 "Physician Compensation Report."

Gastroenterology Associates of Wyoming in Casper affiliated with Denver-based practice chain Gastro Care Partners April 16.

Gastroenterologists are still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic and adapting to new changes in how they practice medicine.

From resources to acquisitions, here are four gastrointestinal pharmaceutical updates: