Proton Pump Inhibitor Use is not Associated with Osteoporosis or Accelerated Bone Mineral Density Loss.Targownik LE, Lix LM, Leung S, Leslie WD. Gastroenterology. 2009 Nov 17. [Epub ahead of print] BACKGROUNDS AND AIMS:: Recent studies have demonstrated an association between proton pump inhibitor use (PPI) and hip fracture. The mechanism by which PPI use promotes the…
Annual report to the nation on the status of cancer, 1975-2006, featuring colorectal cancer trends and impact of interventions (risk factors, screening, and treatment) to reduce future rates. Edwards BK, Ward E, Kohler BA, Eheman C, Zauber AG, Anderson RN, Jemal A, Schymura MJ, Lansdorp-Vogelaar I, Seeff LC, van Ballegooijen M, Goede SL, Ries LA.…
Diagnostic accuracy systematic review of rectal bleeding in combination with other symptoms, signs and tests in relation to colorectal cancer.Olde Bekkink M, McCowan C, Falk GA, Teljeur C, Van de Laar FA, Fahey T. Br J Cancer. 2009 Nov 24. [Epub ahead of print] Background:Rectal bleeding is a recognised early symptom of colorectal cancer. This study…
Guidewire versus conventional contrast cannulation of the common bile duct for the prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Cheung J, Tsoi KK, Quan WL, Lau JY, Sung JJ. Gastrointest Endosc. 2009 Dec;70(6):1211-9. BACKGROUND: The use of a guidewire (GW) for cannulation of the bile duct during ERCP may prevent post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP). OBJECTIVES: A…
Identification of a Novel Antibody Associated with Autoimmune Pancreatitis.Frulloni L, Lunardi C, Simone R, Dolcino M, Scattolini C, Falconi M, Benini L, Vantini I, Corrocher R, Puccetti A. N Engl J Med. 2009 Nov 26;361(22):2135-2142. BACKGROUND: Autoimmune pancreatitis is characterized by an inflammatory process that leads to organ dysfunction. The cause of the disease is unknown.…
Feasibility and safety of radiofrequency ablation for locally advanced pancreatic cancer. Girelli R, Frigerio I, Salvia R, Barbi E, Tinazzi Martini P, Bassi C. Br J Surg. 2010 Jan 12;97(2):220-225. [Epub ahead of print] BACKGROUND:: Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) may be a valuable treatment option for locally advanced pancreatic cancer. The present study examined its feasibility and…