Gene's Newly Explained Effect On Height May Change Tumor Disorder Treatment Aug 14, 2008
16, 2004) Not only can positron emission tomography (PET) help evaluate treatment for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) by revealing biologic changes such as how the tumor processes the fuel that makes it. (Jan. (Science Daily)
Long-Term Acid Reflux Therapy Can Be Cost-Effective Aug 14, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In patients taking aspirin to lower their risk of having a heart attack or stroke, lifelong therapy with a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), which includes drugs such as Nexium or Prilosec, can be a cost-effective means of reducing the risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, according to a report in the Archives of Internal Medicine. For patients with a high risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, this treatment is nearly always cost effective, the report indicates ... The... (MEDLINEplus)
Bederra, Advanced Nuclear in diagnostic joint venture Aug 13, 2008
Medical imaging firm Bederra (Pink Sheets: BDRR) and Advanced Nuclear will team up to focus on providing imaging systems in applications such as cardiac, thyroid and gastrointestinal testing. Both companies are based in Houston. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
New Evidence On Benefits Of Breast Feeding Aug 13, 2008
12, 2008) Researchers in Switzerland and Australia are reporting identification of proteins in human breast-milk not present in cow's milk that may fight disease by helping remove bacteria, viruses and other dangerous pathogen's from an infant's gastrointestinal tract. See also. (Science Daily)
Council Votes on Midtown, Curfew Aug 13, 2008
" Rochester police evacuated a family from their home as they worked to make some robbery arrests early Tuesday morning. Reality TV is popular primetime viewing these days. At the Aork, real police officers are featured in crime dramas produced at actual homicide scenes. Monroe Community College's longest serving president Thomas Flynn attended his last board of trustees meeting Monday night. As he helped the board close that chapter, he also helped open a new one - its second presidential... (R News)
High Water Hiding E.coli? Aug 13, 2008
"If you are out in a river and you are exposed to E.coli at that level, then you are 8 in 1,000 likely to become ill with gastrointestinal type illness," Kamman said. And by Vermont state standards-- anything above 77 units per milliliter is unsafe. (WCAX.com, VT)
Powerful Antacid Drugs Raise Fracture Risk Aug 13, 2008
"Almost all of us gastroenterologists and internists have become complacent about the use of these medications," said Dr. Felice Schnoll-Sussman, director of research at the Jay Monahan Center for Gastrointestinal Health, Weill Cornell Medical Center at New York Presbyterian Hospital in New York City ... Aspirin carries a risk for upper gastrointestinal bleeding. (MEDLINEplus)
Combining Aspirin With Acid Blocker Reduces Bleeding Aug 13, 2008
For patients with clogged heart arteries who take long-term, low-dose aspirin to prevent a cardiac event, adding a stomach acid-blocking drug to their daily routine has been shown to reduce their risk for upper gastrointestinal bleeding an infrequent, but serious side-effect of regular aspirin use ... Ultimately, physicians should discuss the gastrointestinal risks of low-dose aspirin with their patients and consider PPI cotherapy ... Regular use of asprin, however, poses a small risk for... (Newsmax)
Dr. Andrew Zhu Joins Chemokine Therapeutics' Clinical Advisory Board Aug 12, 2008
Dr. Zhu is an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology, and holds clinical research interests in developing novel treatments for gastrointestinal cancers including hepatocellular carcinoma, bile duct tumor and colorectal cancer. Dr. Zhu earned his medical degree from Beijing Medical University in Beijing, China. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Jurors Screened in Ex-Sheriff Case Aug 12, 2008
"But I think the trust is back. Others say the case forced people pay more attention to what their leaders are doing. I hope it does, said Brad Voorhees. I hope people pay closer attention to our authority. Jury selection in Connolly's trial will likely be a slow process. Potential jurors are being questioned individually. Prosecutor Mike Tantillo says it is likely a full jury won't be seated until later in the week. svja Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Reality... (R News)
State Releases Graduation Rates Aug 12, 2008
" A 30 percent increase in five years is needed to reach that goal. He plans to talk more about launching a few new programs, including a data tracking system for high schoolers to help re-engage students who may have been looked over in the past. If youd like to check your school districts graduation rate, visit the link below. Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Reality TV is popular primetime viewing these days. At the Aork, real police officers are featured in crime... (R News)
Crime Show Coming to Rochester Aug 12, 2008
"Anytime you can get that message out there in as many venues as possible I think it's great, it has positive results, Markert said. I think it will show the city in both a positive light here locally and nationally. Crime 360 airs Thursdays at 11:00 p.m. on the Aork. mrh/mmc Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Reality TV is popular primetime viewing these days. At the Aork, real police officers are featured in crime dramas produced at actual homicide scenes.... (R News)
Paterson Cuts $6.4M in Rochester Aid Aug 12, 2008
Most of it was to arrive for city services under what is known as "AIM aid, which goes directly to city services. It's the funding Duffy has fought the last two years to get more of for Rochester because the Flower City receives the least of any other upstate city. On the one hand, we've fought very hard to get that increase and that has been hit hard in this proposed cut, Duffy said. Duffy hopes the Paterson administration cuts spending equally across New York. Rochester has already... (R News)
Student Farmers Cultivate Life Lesson Aug 12, 2008
" Project leaders say there is still a chance of getting a grant to continue funding the program. The are also optimistic the partnership between RIT and the city schools will continue next year. jmja Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Reality TV is popular primetime viewing these days. At the Aork, real police officers are featured in crime dramas produced at actual homicide scenes. Monroe Community College's longest serving president Thomas Flynn attended his last board of... (R News)
Brighton Development Meets Opposition Aug 11, 2008
We like the neighborhoods, the communities, the closeness not having to worry about walking down the road past some large project, we'd much rather like to look at green," Holahan said. The plan is still in the environmental review process. Concerned residents say they just want to make sure their opinions are heard. "If people don't know about the project, then they can't do anything about it if they're opposed," Holahan said. "What happens in one community really affects all of us," Schwartz... (R News)
Meet five people who are alive today thanks to one organ donor Aug 10, 2008
Judah was diagnosed with biliary atresia, a rare gastrointestinal disorder that destroys the bile ducts and causes cirrhosis of the liver at 11 weeks of age. Without the transplant, Judah would have died before he was six months old. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Hawaii Teacher's Cure Clears Way for a New Saint Aug 10, 2008
In that case, Sister Simplicia Hue of France, who was dying of a gastrointestinal illness, recovered overnight in 1895 after she began a novena, or nine days of prayer, to Damien. Toguchi's story, and identity, were kept secret for years while the church investigated her case. (Fox News)
Chatter is the Best Medicine: Speak Up for Your Health Aug 10, 2008
This is especially surprising considering that constipation is a common gastrointestinal complaint affecting more than 65 million Americans. In fact, 84 percent of the survey participants admitted they'd been affected by constipation themselves at one time or another. (Pekin Times, IL)
Diet And Autism Research Focuses On Which Foods May Affect Autistic Behavior Aug 10, 2008
A lot of children with autism have gastrointestinal problems such as constipation and diarrhea. Whether these problems are related to brain development is open to question, said Katherine Loveland, Ph. (Science Daily)
Expert: RCSD Needs Longterm Initiative Aug 10, 2008
I think a year long initiative where this becomes a focal point for the year for the district, I think is what's sorely needed," Hardy said. Dr. Hardy said over the years he's seen other urban communities with issues similar to Rochester's rebound more quickly because of their investment in long-term initiatives. lg/ay Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version A Wayne County family is remembering four loved ones who died in a house fire a year ago this past week. The Marion family held... (R News)
Law Enforcement Hosts Fund Raiser Aug 10, 2008
"Sometimes we get a negative feedback about officers and this is something we want to show what we give back to the community - which we do on an everyday basis - but this is something we can give back to other agencies or NCMEC. We did the Golisano Childrens Hospital for last year's policeman's ball, said Otto Harnischfeger. We want to give back to the agencies in our community as well as our agency to help families help people in our area in need in our community. The cops even... (R News)
Drug Laws Leave Some D.C. Patients Without Medications Aug 10, 2008
About three weeks ago, the city's new pharmacy benefits contractor began requiring several patients to have prescriptions for some pain medication and gastrointestinal drugs preapproved by city Medicaid officials. Doctors say that's causing delays for some patients receiving medicine that had been prescribed to them for years. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Jazz owner out of hospital after two-month stay Aug 9, 2008
His condition was complicated by Type 2 diabetes and the most recent scare came from gastrointestinal bleeding that required two operations. Miller needs a wheelchair but he hopes to regain the use of his legs, which he said lost their strength during the hospital stay. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
It's not butterflies in campers' stomachs Aug 9, 2008
Officials have issued a health advisory to all overnight camp directors and camp medical staff alerting them to the outbreaks and providing them with preventive measures to reduce the spread of the gastrointestinal illness. In a typical year, New York sees about 140 gastrointestinal infections among campers. (Albany Times Union)
Newlyweds Test Their Luck on 8/8/08 Aug 9, 2008
" The racino held special promotions. The first 888 people through the door got Great 8's instant scratch off tickets for a chance to win 888 dollars. Barbara Alsheimer of Avoca didnt win the scratch off but she did win the Copper Dropper jackpot of $2,783. "I just sat down and I got all the wilds," Alsheimer said. Alsheimer said the date had nothing to do with why she and her husband drove more than an hour to play. "It was just raining out and we decided to come," said Alsheimer. Whether... (R News)
Vioxx, Bextra Linked to Increased Stroke Risk Aug 9, 2008
"Since all NSAIDs, including coxibs, can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, we believe that caution is warranted, especially with long-term use of these medicines.". SOURCE: Stroke, July 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
Your Health: Irritable bowel syndrome linked to hay fever, allergies Aug 8, 2008
As the most frequently diagnosed gastrointestinal disorder in the United States, IBS affects approximately one in five Americans ... The drug works by increasing fluid secretion in the small intestine to facilitate the passage of waste material through the gastrointestinal tract ... Active ingredients in chamomile extract are known to reduce pain and spasm of the gastrointestinal tract, two common symptoms among IBS sufferers. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Contaminated sandwiches traced back to Wilmington company Aug 8, 2008
Symptoms of listeriosis include fever associated with muscle aches, fatigue, and sometimes gastrointestinal symptoms such as cramping or diarrhea. The illness may be mild in some people and is sometimes described as flu-like. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Breast is best, usually... Aug 8, 2008
Also, a 2001 observational study showed that babies who were breastfed subsequently experienced lower rates of gastrointestinal infections, atopic eczema (an allergic skin condition) and other allergies than those who were not. This is attributable to the natural immunity conferred by breast milk. (iAfrica.com)
GI Bleeding After Stroke Raises Death Risk Aug 8, 2008
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Stroke patients who develop gastrointestinal bleeding while in recovery are three times as likely to die in the hospital or be heavily disabled upon release than those who do not, a new Canadian study suggests ... "We found that the actual incidence of gastrointestinal [GI] bleeding would make it an uncommon complication," said study author Dr. Martin O'Donnell, an associate professor in the department of medicine at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario... (MEDLINEplus)
Clean Hands and Desks Keep Kids in School Aug 7, 2008
The researchers found that absenteeism rates for gastrointestinal (GI) illnesses were 9 percent lower in classrooms that disinfected surfaces and used hand sanitizers. Respiratory illnesses were not affected by the infection control measures. (Pekin Times, IL)
USDA issues recall for contaminated food sold at Mass. supermarkets Aug 7, 2008
Symptoms of listeriosis include fever associated with muscle aches, fatigue, and sometimes gastrointestinal symptoms such as cramping or diarrhea. The illness may be mild in some people and symptoms are sometimes described as flu-like. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Gastrointestinal bleeding after stroke may be fatal Aug 7, 2008
WASHINGTON (Xinhua): People who have gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding after a stroke are more likely to die or become severely disabled than stroke sufferers with no GI bleeding, according to a study published in the Aug. 6 online issue of U.S. journal Neurology. "This is an important finding since there are effective medications to reduce gastric acid that can lead to upper gastrointestinal bleeding," said study author Martin O'Donnell from Canada's McMaster University. (Hindu)
Pain in Chest, Upper Abdomen an Ominous Sign Aug 7, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Unexplained pain in the chest or upper gastrointestinal tract may signal an increased risk of death from alcohol-related causes, pneumonia or lung cancer, Danish researchers report. People with these symptoms are also more likely to be hospitalized for "ischemic" heart disease - the type of heart disease caused by restricted blood flow in heart arteries, Dr. Estrid Muff Munk and colleagues from Aarhus University Hospital found. (MEDLINEplus)
Recurrence Of Group B Strep High In Subsequent Pregnancies, Say Obstetricians Aug 6, 2008
They can include: difficulty breathing; heart, blood pressure, kidney and gastrointestinal problems; and sepsis, pneumonia or meningitis ... 21, 2005) Common bacteria that live harmlessly in the gastrointestinal tract and vagina of 25 percent of women can become lethal if a newborn gets exposed to them during. (Science Daily)
Trouble eating Aug 6, 2008
Nutrition in the future will not only target, weight, height and less illness in children, but also more body immunity, brain development or even stronger gastrointestinal defence, said Dr Alarcon. In another study headed by Dr Fisberg in 2002 on children aged three to five, adding synbiotics (prebiotics and probiotics) to oral supplements showed that there were more sick days recorded in groups which did not take synbiotics. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
YM BIOSCIENCES REPORTS PHASE II DATA FOR NIMOTUZUMAB IN METASTATIC COLORECTAL CANCER Aug 5, 2008
"The median overall survival of 9.3 months and disease control rate of 50% together with the exceptional safety profile of nimotuzumab support continuing development of nimotuzumab in patients with colorectal cancer," noted Dr. Amil Shah, medical oncologist and Chair, Gastrointestinal Tumor Group at the BC Cancer Agency and Principal Investigator for the trial. Tissue samples from 17 patients were available for kRas analysis. (PR Newswire)
Endoscopic Circumferential Ablation Promising For Barrett's Esophagus With High-grade Dysplasia Aug 5, 2008
This registry is the first to report on the use of circumferential ablation for BE HGD. The study appears in the July issue of GIE: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) ... (May 19, 2008) Radiofrequency ablation appears to be an effective treatment for dysplasia in people with Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to deadly gastrointestinal cancer. (Science Daily)
Wesley Medical Center adds surgical weight loss specialist Aug 4, 2008
He completed additional fellowship training in bariatric and advanced gastrointestinal surgery at in Charlotte, N.C. During his fellowship year, Wesley says, Villanueva was the operating surgeon in more than 350 advanced laparoscopic procedures, 200 of which were laparoscopic bariatric surgeries. In a statement, Villanueva said he is glad to be coming to Wichita. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
All About Anthrax Aug 3, 2008
Anthrax infection can occur in three forms: cutaneous (skin), inhalation, and gastrointestinal. B. anthracis spores can live in the soil for many years, and humans can become infected with anthrax by handling products from infected animals or by inhaling anthrax spores from contaminated animal products. (WNBC.com, NY)
2000 North Carolina Technology Fast 50 Aug 3, 2008
Also in March, the company announced it will collaborate with Children's Hospital Boston to discover treatments for hematological, immunological and gastrointestinal disorders. 4. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Obesity Treatments That Don't Require Invasive Surgery Aug 2, 2008
-based medical-device company is developing the EndoBarrier Gastrointestinal Barrier Liner, which is a less-invasive treatment for obesity and Type 2 Diabetes. In essence the device is a two-foot-long tubular liner that is placed into the first part of a patients small intestine. (Fox News)
Pre-pregnancy diabetes tied to more birth defects Aug 1, 2008
The study also showed a wide range of birth defects that included malformation of the heart, spine, limbs and gastrointestinal tract. Diabetes is not discriminating in which birth defects it s linked to, said Dr. Adolfo Correa, a CDC epidemiologist who was the study s lead author. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Bingo master carries on while wife still missing Aug 1, 2008
On Thursday, Feb. 28, Virginia Ratliff, 83, set off behind the wheel of a car - for only one of a few times in five or six years, due to bouts with dementia - toward Jackson to see her husband in the G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center, where he was staying for problems with his gastrointestinal tract. She hasn't been seen or heard from since. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Caring for the health of the town Aug 1, 2008
She follows up on all reports from doctors and hospitals about communicable diseases found in Cohasset (gastrointestinal, strep, pneumonia, lyme disease, hepatitis etc. while maintaining the confidentiality of the patient. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Recurrence of group B strep high in subsequent pregnancies, say UT Houston obstetricians Aug 1, 2008
They can include: difficulty breathing; heart, blood pressure, kidney and gastrointestinal problems; and sepsis, pneumonia or meningitis. Some of the symptoms that increase a woman's risk of passing GBS to her baby include: labor before 37 weeks, rupture of her amniotic membrane 18 hours or more before delivery, fever during labor, a urinary tract infection as a result of GBS during pregnancy and a previous baby with GBS disease. (EurekAlert!)
Physicians ask EPA, 'Antibiotics to cure sick apples, or sick children?' Aug 1, 2008
Gentamicin is a crucial antibiotic used to treat dangerous gastrointestinal and urinary tract infections, and is particularly valuable for treating blood infections in newborn children. As rates of antibiotic-resistant infections rise across the country, effective drugs like gentamicin become increasingly valuable. (EurekAlert!)
Study: Diabetes, Birth Defects Linked Jul 31, 2008
Among the defects in children born to women with diabetes are heart problems, brain and spinal defects, oral clefts, kidney and gastrointestinal tract defects, and limb deficiencies. Diabetes diagnosed before pregnancy was linked with about 50% of the birth defect categories analyzed. (WebMD)
Four Alzheimer's Clinical Trials Address a Variety of Treatment Targets - Amyloid, Tau, Synapse Formation Jul 30, 2008
9 percent), and gastrointestinal ulcers (1. 7 percent vs. 0. (PR Newswire)
Ga. beaches noted for water quality Jul 30, 2008
The bacteria, which can spike due to sewage spills, storm water runoff and other sources, increases the risk of gastrointestinal illness in swimmers. According to the report, poor water quality often is caused by aging and poorly-designed sewage and storm water systems, as well as development that reduces nature's pollution filters: wetlands, dunes and beach grass. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
5 things you didn't know about ... Myiasis Jul 30, 2008
Various forms of myiasis depend on the area affected skin, body cavity, gastrointestinal tract, wound. In the United States, myiasis is primarily seen in people who have recently traveled to Central or South America or Africa. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Infinity Initiates Clinical Development of IPI-493, Its Oral Anti-Chaperone Agent, in Patients With Advanced Solid Tumors Jul 30, 2008
In addition to starting the Phase 1 trial of IPI-493, Infinity continues to advance its anti-chaperone program, which includes a planned Phase 3 registration study of IPI-504 in patients with refractory gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). IPI-504 is also being evaluated in the Phase 2 portion of a Phase 1 / 2 trial in patients with non-small cell lung cancer and a Phase 1b trial in combination with docetaxel. (Primezone Releases)
Pre-Pregnancy Diabetes Boosts Risk for Birth Defects Jul 30, 2008
This is the first study to identify the wide range of birth defects -- such as heart defects, brain and spine defects, oral clefts, limb deficiencies, and defects of the kidneys and gastrointestinal tract -- associated with pre-pregnancy diagnoses of type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The study was published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. (Health-Finder)
Sick and tired, and stuck at work Jul 30, 2008
That s the best way to stop the spread of contagious diseases, such as influenza, tuberculosis and gastrointestinal viruses. Besides, you can t do your job capably or safely if you don t feel well. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Acidic Drinks Don't Harm GI Tract Jul 30, 2008
A comprehensive new research review confirms that the upper gastrointestinal tract (GI) is naturally equipped to handle fruit juices, soft drinks, alcohol and other beverages with high acidity. The research, published in the Journal of Food Science, concludes that drinking liquids that are typically associated with low pH provide little or no harm to natural protective mechanisms of the lining of the upper human GI tract. (Newsmax)
County Lines for July 29, 2008 Jul 29, 2008
The more than 20 physicians and surgeons at the surgical institute specialize in cancer surgeries, general surgery, ears, nose and throat, podiatry, urology, plastic surgery, gastrointestinal procedures, gynecology and orthopedics, the spokeswoman said. Avila Beach. (Santa Maria Times)
Espanyol keeper Kameni recovers from malaria Jul 29, 2008
"Kameni is practically recovered and in a good general state of health which means he can begin training tomorrow,'' Sitges said. Sitges said Kameni had spent several days without intestinal problems or fever, and no longer required a special diet. "Malaria has a long incubation period and doesn't give many clues, that's why it initially seemed like a gastrointestinal problem,'' Sitges said. "Because of that it took a bit of time to get the exact diagnosis.'' He said Kameni may have been a bit... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Chatter is the Best Medicine: Speak Up for Your Health Jul 29, 2008
This is especially surprising considering that constipation is a common gastrointestinal complaint affecting more than 65 million Americans. In fact, 84 percent of the survey participants admitted they'd been affected by constipation themselves at one time or another. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Gallbladder removed without external incisions Jul 29, 2008
Natural-orifice surgery has been mainly confined to treating conditions within the gastrointestinal tract. However, the NOTES approach now goes a step further with this surgery -- into the patient's abdominal cavity. (EurekAlert!)
On Health Gut check Jul 28, 2008
Increased gut infections are possibly having an irreversible impact on our entire gastrointestinal system. Like a siege of cannon fire on the walls of a fortress, the barriers begin to crumble and allow invasion. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Anthrax kills bison in RM of Paddockwood Jul 27, 2008
But it's the gastrointestinal variety that affects cattle and bison and causes problems for ranchers ... -Gastrointestinal anthrax is caught from eating meat from an infected animal. (Prince Albert Daily Herald)
Genentech: Roche deal could be agreed in a month or two - analysis Jul 27, 2008
This news service has shown through physician interviews that Avastin in the adjuvant colorectal cancer setting is associated with an increased risk for gastrointestinal side-effects, and the adverse event profile needs careful evaluation as the drug will be used in a much healthier patient population. However, Sue Hellmann, President of Product Development at Genentech defended its safety profile in a recent earnings call by stating that the interim safety data presented at ASCO on our... (FT.com -- Markets)
Eisai Receives Action Letter on Fospropofol Disodium Injection for Sedation in Diagnostic or Therapeutic Procedures Jul 26, 2008
Eisai focuses its efforts in three therapeutic areas: neurology, gastrointestinal disorders and oncology/critical care. Eisai Corporation of North America supports the activities of its operating companies in North America, which include: Eisai Research Institute of Boston, Inc., a discovery operation with strong organic chemistry capabilities; Morphotek, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies; Eisai Medical Research Inc., a... (PR Newswire)
Hanford's top cop back at work Jul 26, 2008
The chief was rushed to the emergency room at St. Agnes Medical Center in Fresno, where he spent four days being examined by a gastrointestinal specialist. After a careful examination, some medication for the pain and a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan to help find the problem, medical officials came back with a diagnosis. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
ASGE issues guidelines on the role of endoscopy in the bariatric surgery patient Jul 26, 2008
July 25, 2008 The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) has issued guidelines on the role of endoscopy in the bariatric surgery patient ... The guidelines discuss endoscopy in the preoperative patient and the postoperative patient, and appear in the July issue of GIE: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal of the ASGE. ... "Endoscopy plays an important role in the preoperative bariatric patient to detect and/or treat lesions in the... (EurekAlert!)
