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An engaging, informative mix of author interviews and expert commentary on the latest articles from Gastroenterology, hosted by the AGA journals' online editor, John F. Kuemmerle, MD, AGAF.
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Current Interferon-Free Treatment Regimens for Hepatitis C
01/12/2011 Duração: 16minAn editorial in the December issue of Gastroenterology looks at the development of DAAs directed at multiple targets in the HCV life cycle and asks, “Are we ready for interferon-free treatment regimens?” Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to co-author Dr. Anna Lok
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Increased Risk of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers Among Individuals With IBD
02/11/2011 Duração: 14minA study in the November issue of Gastroenterology looks at the risk of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) among individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to study co-author Dr. Harminder Singh
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Prevalence of Celiac Disease Among Patients With Nonconstipated Irritable Bowel Syndrome
01/10/2011 Duração: 15minA study in the October issue of Gastroenterology evaluated the prevalence of celiac disease antibodies and biopsy-confirmed CD among patients with nonconstipated IBS in a large US population. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. Brooks Cash.
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Changes in Postprandial Lipid Clearance and Blood Glucose Homeostasis Following Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy in Rats
01/09/2011 Duração: 18minTwo studies in the September issue of Gastroenterology look at the effects of vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) on plasma lipid levels and metabolism. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to two of the co-authors of both studies.
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Durability of Radiofrequency Ablation in Barrett's Esophagus with Dysplasia
02/08/2011 Duração: 15minA study in the August issue of Gastroenterology assessed long-term rates of eradication, safety, and durability of radiofrequency ablation in patients with Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. Nicholas Shaheen of UNC Chapel Hill
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Fruit, Vegetables, and Folate: The Evidence for Cancer Prevention
01/07/2011 Duração: 14minTwo studies in the July issue of Gastroenterology examine the relationship between fruits, vegetables, folate, and colorectal cancer, and suggest that potential associations are more complex than first considered. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to Dr. Andrew Chan
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Functions of Autophagy in Hepatic and Pancreatic Physiology and Disease
03/06/2011 Duração: 16minA review in the June issue of Gastroenterology discusses the effects of autophagy on hepatic and pancreatic physiology, and the contribution of this degradative process to diseases of the liver and pancreas. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. Mark Czaja
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Aspirin or Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug Use Increases Risk for Diverticulitis and Diverticular Bleeding
06/05/2011 Duração: 10minA study in the May issue of Gastroenterology examines the influence of aspirin and NSAID use on risk of diverticulitis and diverticular bleeding in a large prospective cohort. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks w/ author Dr. Lisa Strate of the University of Washington
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Microscopic Colitis
05/04/2011 Duração: 14minA comprehensive review on recent findings about the clinical features, diagnosis, epidemiology, pathophysiology, and treatment of microscopic colitis appears in the April issue of Gastroenterology. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with co-author Dr. Darrell S. Pardi.
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Management of Barrett's Esophagus
18/03/2011 Duração: 20minThe AGA releases its medical position statement and technical review on the management of Barrett's esophagus in the March issue of Gastroenterology. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with a co-author of both documents, Dr. John Inadomi.
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Changes in Insulin Sensitivity and Body Weight Due to Peginterferon and Ribavirin Therapy for Hepatitis C
18/02/2011 Duração: 15minA study in the February Gastroenterology looks at changes in insulin resistance and weight in patients with chronic hepatitis C during and after peginterferon and ribavirin therapy. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with lead author Dr. Hari S. Conjeevaram.
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Prevalence of NAFLD and NASH Utilizing Ultrasound and Liver Biopsy
20/01/2011 Duração: 19minAn important study in the January Gastroenterology looks at the prevalence of NAFLD and NASH among a group of patients utilizing ultrasound and liver biopsy. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. Stephen A. Harrison.
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Gastrointestinal Microbial Profiles Vary With IBD Phenotypes
01/12/2010 Duração: 14minA Pyrosequencing study of twins in the December Gastroenterology looked at the role of gastrointestinal microbiota in the etiology of IBD. Dr. Kuemmerle interviews author Dr. Lars Engstrand
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Serrated Polyps and Neoplasia
29/10/2010 Duração: 15minA study in the November issue of Gastroenterology investigates whether detection of proximal nondysplastic serrated polyps (ND-SP) at screening and surveillance colonoscopies is associated with advanced neoplasia.
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Safety of Proton Pump Inhibitor Exposure
05/10/2010 Duração: 19minDr. Kuemmerle speaks to co-author Dr. David Metz about a review article in the October 2010 Gastroenterology on safety of proton pump inhibitor exposure.
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Acoustic Cough: Reflux Associations in Chronic Cough
02/09/2010 Duração: 14minThe authors of a study in the September issue of Gastroenterology explored the temporal association between cough and gastroesophageal reflux (GOR) in patients in whom non-GOR causes have been excluded.
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Achalasia: The Disease and Current Treatment
30/07/2010 Duração: 18minAchalasia is the subject of a mini-review in the August issue of Gastroenterology. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. David Katzka. Also, a new feature on the latest stories from GI and Hepatology News.
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Detecting Celiac Disease and Lymphocytic Enteropathy by Parallel Serology and Histopathology
29/06/2010 Duração: 19minA prospective study to determine the clinical, pathologic, and serologic spectrum of celiac disease in a general population appears in the July issue of Gastroenterology.
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Factors in the Development and Progression of Gastroesophageal Varices in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients
01/06/2010 Duração: 14minA study in the June 2010 issue of Gastroenterology looks at gastroesophageal variceal formation and progression in a large cohort of patients with chronic hepatitis C and advanced fibrosis. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. Robert J. Fontana.
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Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines: The Importance of Evidence and Transparency
29/04/2010 Duração: 12minDr. Kuemmerle speaks with Dr. James E. Allison about his article in the May issue of Gastroenterology on colorectal cancer screening guidelines and deciding which test to recommend.