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Lifestyle Interventions in the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer
Certain lifestyle factors continue to be causally related to certain cancers, and other cancers have lifestyle-based etiologic factors. Lifestyle changes and cancer prevention/treatment are discussed.
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Acute Phosphate Nephropathy
Can drinking lots of water and other cautions prevent acute phosphate nephropathy after receiving oral sodium phosphate treatments?
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Robotic Right Colectomy: Brief History and Technique
Surgery, unlike Medicine, retains its link with ancient traditions.
Article, November 24, 2009
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Common Myths About Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
In this installment of the series GI Common Concerns -- Computer Consult, David A. Johnson, MD, discusses some of the myths surrounding GERD and determines if they are supported or busted.
Slide/Lecture Presentation, November 24, 2009
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Serum HCV RNA Levels and HCV Genotype Do Not Affect Insulin Resistance in Nondiabetic Patients With Chronic Hepatitis C: A Multicentre Study
This study investigated the viral, metabolic, and histologic predictors of insulin resistance (IR) in patients with chronic HCV.
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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Frequency and Severity of Adverse Effects of Iodinated and Gadolinium Contrast Materials: Retrospective Review of 456,930 Doses
Both iodinated and gadolinium contrast agents are associated with a very low rate of adverse effects, and most adverse effects can be managed in the radiology department.
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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Helicobacter Pylori Promotes Hepatic Fibrosis in the Animal Model
H. pylori infection is common in patients with chronic liver diseases, including cirrhosis. What is its effect on the progression of hepatic fibrosis?
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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Associations Among Feeding Behaviors During Infancy and Child Illness at Two Years
This study provides more evidence that breast feeding has lasting health benefits for infants.
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology Colorectal Cancer Screening
Released in October 2009, the latest update to the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology(TM)
Practice Guideline, November 23, 2009
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Norovirus Outbreaks on Three College Campuses -- California, Michigan, and Wisconsin, 2008
Norovirus outbreaks on colleges in California, Michigan, and Wisconsin in 2008 highlight the potential for widespread infection and rapid transmission in this setting.
Journal Article, November 23, 2009
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Where Next for The Endoscope?
The authors trace the origins and development of endoscopic technology, from "resectoscope" to modern devices for virtual and capsule endoscopy.
Journal Article, November 19, 2009
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Primary Amelanotic Malignant Melanoma of the Esophagus
A case of primary amelanotic malignant melanoma of the esophagus that presented as an esophageal mass in a 66-year-old woman is discussed.
Clinical Case, November 19, 2009
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Helicobacter pylori: Diagnosis and Treatment
This article discusses the current diagnostic methods in H pylori treatment and their clinical implications, as well as established and novel treatment strategies.
Journal Article, November 19, 2009
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Goal-directed Haemodynamic Therapy and Gastrointestinal Complications in Major Surgery: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Investigators performed a meta-analysis to examine the effects of goal-directed hemodynamic therapy on postoperative gastrointestinal and hepatic complications.
Journal Article, November 19, 2009
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Part 2: The Case of the Emergency Room Physician Who Burned Out: Diagnosing and Treating His Substance Abuse
In part 2 of the new series on the Impaired Physician, substance abuse develops in Dr. X. Is it now time to turn him in?
Clinical Case, November 18, 2009
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Genetic Predictors of Treatment-Induced Viral Clearance in Hepatitis C
Drs. Dermot McGovern and Gil Melmed comment on a study published in Nature on the ability of an IL-28B polymorphism to predict sustained viral response to hepatitis C treatment.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 18, 2009
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Alanine Aminotransferase, Gamma-Glutamyltransferase (GGT) and All-Cause Mortality: Results From a Population-Based Danish Twins Study Alanine Aminotransferase, GGT and Mortality in Elderly Twins
Investigators examined the associations of ALT and GGT with all-cause mortality using data for 686 elderly twins included in the Longitudinal Study of Aging Danish Twins.
Journal Article, November 18, 2009
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5-Hydroxytryptamine Signalling in Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Diarrhoea: Effects of Gender and Menstrual Status
This study evaluated the effects of gender and menstrual status on platelet-depleted plasma (PDP) 5-HT concentration in IBS patients, with diarrheal patients compared with healthy volunteers.
Journal Article, November 17, 2009
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Liver Fibrosis in Patients With Chronic Hepatitis C and Persistently Normal Liver Enzymes: Influence of HIV Infection
Investigators evaluated the influence of HIV infection in patients with chronic HCV and persistently normal alanine aminotransferase (PNALT) compared with patients with elevated aminotransferases.
Journal Article, November 17, 2009
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Part 1: The Case of the Emergency Department Physician Who Burned Out: Risk Factors, Impact, and Early Interventions
In part 1 of the new series on The Impaired Physician, Dr. X shows signs of burnout that put his personal and professional life at risk. Would you turn him in?
Clinical Case, November 16, 2009
