Upper GI Tract
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Disparity found in PPI risk perception among physicians
A survey of almost 500 physicians found that primary care physicians (PCPs) are far more concerned about the reported adverse effects of proton...
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GI bleeds in obese patients more complicated but no more fatal
Obese patients who develop an upper GI bleed receive more treatment, are more likely to develop hemorrhagic shock, and are more likely to require...
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Upper GI tract
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ESC: Celecoxib safety study may soothe cardio concerns
Nonselective NSAIDs weren’t significantly safer than celecoxib in arthritis patients without confirmed cardiovascular disease.
From the AGA Journals
Assessing progression, impact of radiofrequency ablation in Barrett’s esophagus
Key clinical point: Barrett’s esophagus with low-grade dysplasia had a lower rate of progression to cancer than that suggested by prospective...
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H. pylori resistance highlights need for guided therapy
Key clinical point: Because H.
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DDW: LINX device beneficial, safe for GERD
Key clinical point: A magnetic device designed to augment the lower esophageal sphincter is a surgical option that can be expected to provide...