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Preparing for the NASH Epidemic: A Call to Action
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) are common conditions with a rising burden. Yet there are significant management gaps between clinical guidelines and practice in patients with NAFLD and NASH. Further, th… Continue reading
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Covering the Cover
Patient-centric, orthogonal, genetic, and pharmacologic approaches identify sequential inhibition of XPO1 and ATR that may yield therapeutic benefit in TP53-mutant CRC. Continue reading
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Corneal Abrasions During Endoscopic Procedures in the COVID-19 Era Are a Preventable Phenomenon: A Quality Improvement Project
Corneal abrasion (CA) is the most common ocular adverse event from non-ocular surgery under sedation. CA is a known but rare complication after gastrointestinal endoscopy described in the left eye due to left lateral decubitus positioning for the proce… Continue reading
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The Timing of Inpatient Diagnostic Paracentesis: An Opportunity to Improve
Prompt diagnostic paracentesis upon hospital admission to evaluate for spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) has been shown to decrease mortality and length of hospitalization. Time constraints of admitting physicians and lack of training in paracent… Continue reading
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Qualitive Improvement Initiative to Eliminate Inpatient Fecal Occult Blood Testing
Fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is not recommended for the evaluation of gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms or anemia in hospitalized patients. Nonetheless, FOBT is still widely used in hospitals and a positive test is a common reason for gastroenterology c… Continue reading
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Information for Authors and Readers
Gastroenterology is the premiere journal in the field of gastrointestinal disease and is led by an internationally renowned board of editors. As the official journal of the AGA Institute, Gastroenterology delivers up-to-date and authoritative coverage … Continue reading
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Optimizing Colonoscopy Procedures and Reducing Patient Anxiety Through Recently Developed Online Information Resources
Invasive medical procedures such as colonoscopies are known to cause psychological distress and anxiety. Patient anxiety leads to reduced patient compliance for colonoscopy and increased adverse effects. Patient education prior to colonoscopy has previ… Continue reading
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Assessment of Provider and Patient Knowledge of Pneumococcal Vaccination and Barriers to Vaccination in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Prior studies have shown low pneumococcal vaccination rates among inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients, yet few have assessed barriers to vaccination. In addition, minimal data exist regarding gastroenterologist (GI) and primary care provider (PCP… Continue reading
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A Simple Quality Initiative Significantly Improves Post-Procedural Documentation of an Anticoagulation Plan After Elective Endoscopy
Anticoagulation therapy increases the risk of bleeding from endoscopic procedures. Clear documentation of a post-procedural anticoagulation plan is essential to reduce bleeding and limit unnecessary interruptions in patients’ anticoagulation. Societal … Continue reading
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A Quality Improvement Project on the Development of an Evidence-Based Management Algorithm for Iatrogenic Endoscopic Perforations and the Long Term Impact on Physician Knowledge
Acute iatrogenic endoscopic perforations (AIEP) can lead to serious complications and death. If identified immediately, perforations can be closed endoscopically with a 90% success rate. Knowledge of AIEP may decrease the associated morbidity and morta… Continue reading
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