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Pancreatic Diseases and Disorders Topic Center

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01/03/2024
Dr Amrita Sethi identified risk factors for pancreatic cancer, innovation in endoscopic methods for diagnosing pancreatic cancer and helping to guide advances in management.
Dr Amrita Sethi identified risk factors for pancreatic cancer, innovation in endoscopic methods for diagnosing pancreatic cancer and helping to guide advances in management.
Dr Amrita Sethi identified risk...
01/03/2024
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
12/01/2023
Dr Shivam Kalia discussed the impact of rifaximin among patients with predicted severe acute pancreatitis.
Dr Shivam Kalia discussed the impact of rifaximin among patients with predicted severe acute pancreatitis.
Dr Shivam Kalia discussed the...
12/01/2023
Gastroenterology
News
09/12/2023
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance...
09/12/2023
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
08/21/2023
Researchers established an association between the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and mitigated complications in early stages of acute pancreatitis.
Researchers established an association between the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and mitigated complications in early stages of acute pancreatitis.
Researchers established an...
08/21/2023
Gastroenterology
FDA Alert
News
06/01/2023
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the...
06/01/2023
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
04/30/2023
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in...
04/30/2023
Gastroenterology
News
04/27/2023
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with...
04/27/2023
Gastroenterology
News
02/03/2023
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for...
02/03/2023
Gastroenterology
News
01/02/2023
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals...
01/02/2023
Gastroenterology
Hassan Ali
Conference Coverage
10/23/2022
Dr Hassan Ali presented a new method for predicting all-cause mortality among hospitalized patients with acute necrotizing pancreatitis, which won a Presidential Poster Award at the American College of Gastroenterology Postgraduate Course and...
Dr Hassan Ali presented a new method for predicting all-cause mortality among hospitalized patients with acute necrotizing pancreatitis, which won a Presidential Poster Award at the American College of Gastroenterology Postgraduate Course and...
Dr Hassan Ali presented a new...
10/23/2022
Gastroenterology
News
07/11/2022
Regular users of statins were at significantly lower risk of developing diabetes mellitus following an episode of acute pancreatitis, according to a recent study.
Regular users of statins were at significantly lower risk of developing diabetes mellitus following an episode of acute pancreatitis, according to a recent study.
Regular users of statins were at...
07/11/2022
Gastroenterology

News

News
09/12/2023
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance quality of life for patients with chronic pancreatitis can be influenced, researchers found.
Some factors that enhance...
09/12/2023
Gastroenterology
FDA Alert
News
06/01/2023
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the iLet ACE Pump and iLet Dosing Decision Software to Beta Bionics Inc.
The FDA granted clearance of the...
06/01/2023
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
04/30/2023
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in high-risk individuals was helpful in detecting intermediate-risk lesions in as many as 32% of the patients.
Pancreatic cancer screening in...
04/30/2023
Gastroenterology
News
04/27/2023
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with chronic pancreatitis showed symptoms of osteopathy, a prospective cohort study revealed.
More than 50% of patients with...
04/27/2023
Gastroenterology
News
02/03/2023
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy released a summary of guidelines that focus on screening for pancreatic cancer among patients with genetic susceptibility.
The American Society for...
02/03/2023
Gastroenterology
News
01/02/2023
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals 50 years of age and older and with new-onset diabetes as a high-risk group for early pancreatic cancer and call for early screenings for timely detection.
New studies identify individuals...
01/02/2023
Gastroenterology
News
07/11/2022
Regular users of statins were at significantly lower risk of developing diabetes mellitus following an episode of acute pancreatitis, according to a recent study.
Regular users of statins were at significantly lower risk of developing diabetes mellitus following an episode of acute pancreatitis, according to a recent study.
Regular users of statins were at...
07/11/2022
Gastroenterology
News
04/07/2022
Results of a recent study suggest that the gut microbiome may offer biomarkers for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and facilitate early detection.
Results of a recent study suggest that the gut microbiome may offer biomarkers for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and facilitate early detection.
Results of a recent study...
04/07/2022
Gastroenterology
News
06/29/2021
In 10 minutes or less, pain associated with chronic pancreatitis can be accurately assessed, thanks to a new questionnaire.
In 10 minutes or less, pain associated with chronic pancreatitis can be accurately assessed, thanks to a new questionnaire.
In 10 minutes or less, pain...
06/29/2021
Gastroenterology
News
03/24/2021
SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with a significantly increased 30-day mortality rate in patients hospitalized with acute pancreatitis.
SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with a significantly increased 30-day mortality rate in patients hospitalized with acute pancreatitis.
SARS-CoV-2 infection is...
03/24/2021
Gastroenterology
News
11/18/2024
New study supports earlier colorectal cancer screening, showing similar completion and yield rates for those aged 45 to 49 as for those aged 50.
New study supports earlier colorectal cancer screening, showing similar completion and yield rates for those aged 45 to 49 as for those aged 50.
New study supports earlier...
11/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
11/14/2024
In colonoscopies performed solely for diverticulitis, the CRC prevalence was just 0.17%, the study found.
In colonoscopies performed solely for diverticulitis, the CRC prevalence was just 0.17%, the study found.
In colonoscopies performed...
11/14/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal damage was associated with elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Upper gastrointestinal (GI)...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective alternative treatment to intravenous proton pump inhibitors for prevention of rebleeding among patients with high-risk peptic ulcers, researchers found.
Vonoprazan offers an effective...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
New nomenclature shows strong applicability in real-world clinical settings.
New nomenclature shows strong applicability in real-world clinical settings.
New nomenclature shows strong...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Results showed that a lower fibrosis stage (F0–1) was associated with a significantly reduced risk of cirrhosis and liver-related outcomes compared to patients with advanced fibrosis (F4).
Results showed that a lower fibrosis stage (F0–1) was associated with a significantly reduced risk of cirrhosis and liver-related outcomes compared to patients with advanced fibrosis (F4).
Results showed that a lower...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/18/2024
Income level and location drove variations in rates of increase, authors of a retrospective cohort study found.
Income level and location drove variations in rates of increase, authors of a retrospective cohort study found.
Income level and location drove...
10/18/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/09/2024
Conducting repeat fecal immunochemical tests doubled the detection rates of colorectal cancer and significant bowel disease, researchers reported.
Conducting repeat fecal immunochemical tests doubled the detection rates of colorectal cancer and significant bowel disease, researchers reported.
Conducting repeat fecal...
10/09/2024
Gastroenterology
News
10/08/2024
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of an artificial intelligence model to detect metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease.
Researchers explored the use of...
10/08/2024
Gastroenterology

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Screening Patients with Chronic Pancreatitis for Cancer
Quiz
01/12/2021
Patients with chronic pancreatitis (CP) have a higher overall prevalence of pancreatic malignancy, particularly those with genetic or environmental risk factors for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, according to the American College of...
Patients with chronic pancreatitis (CP) have a higher overall prevalence of pancreatic malignancy, particularly those with genetic or environmental risk factors for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, according to the American College of...
Patients with chronic...
01/12/2021
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Interventional Procedures to Treat Pain in Patients With Chronic Pancreatitis
Quiz
05/26/2020
Many patients with CP experience pain caused by obstruction in the pancreatic duct. Do you know what the ACG recommends as first-line therapy for pain relief in patients with CP? Take our short quiz to find out!
Many patients with CP experience pain caused by obstruction in the pancreatic duct. Do you know what the ACG recommends as first-line therapy for pain relief in patients with CP? Take our short quiz to find out!
Many patients with CP experience...
05/26/2020
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Monitoring Patients With Chronic Pancreatitis for Malignancies
Quiz
05/21/2020
The American College of Gastroenterology recently released a guideline for diagnosing and treating chronic pancreatitis. Do you know what the guideline recommends about screening these patients for pancreatic cancer? Take our quick quiz and...
The American College of Gastroenterology recently released a guideline for diagnosing and treating chronic pancreatitis. Do you know what the guideline recommends about screening these patients for pancreatic cancer? Take our quick quiz and...
The American College of...
05/21/2020
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Pancreatic Function Testing in Diagnosing Chronic Pancreatitis
Quiz
04/28/2020
In its recent guideline, the ACG acknowledges that controversy exists about the value of pancreatic function testing for diagnosing CP. But do you know its stance on the value of pancreatic function testing for diagnosing CP?
In its recent guideline, the ACG acknowledges that controversy exists about the value of pancreatic function testing for diagnosing CP. But do you know its stance on the value of pancreatic function testing for diagnosing CP?
In its recent guideline, the ACG...
04/28/2020
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Tools for Diagnosing Chronic Pancreatitis
Quiz
04/07/2020
The ACG Clinical Guideline on Chronic Pancreatitis aims to better define chronic pancreatitis and outlined the best tools to make an accurate diagnosis.
The ACG Clinical Guideline on Chronic Pancreatitis aims to better define chronic pancreatitis and outlined the best tools to make an accurate diagnosis.
The ACG Clinical Guideline on...
04/07/2020
Gastroenterology
Pop Quiz: Best Practices for Pancreatic Necrosis Management
Quiz
02/28/2020
Do you know the best practices suggested by the AGA in the updated clinical practice guideline for the management of pancreatic necrosis? Take our quick quiz and find out.
Do you know the best practices suggested by the AGA in the updated clinical practice guideline for the management of pancreatic necrosis? Take our quick quiz and find out.
Do you know the best practices...
02/28/2020
Gastroenterology
Quiz
10/07/2024
How much do you know about the prevalence of fatty liver disease in the US? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
How much do you know about the prevalence of fatty liver disease in the US? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
How much do you know about the...
10/07/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
02/22/2024
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux be cured? Click here if you know the answer!
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux be cured? Click here if you know the answer!
Can nonerosive gastroesophageal...
02/22/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
02/22/2024
Are men more prone to develop nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux? Or women? Find out with a quick quiz!
Are men more prone to develop nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux? Or women? Find out with a quick quiz!
Are men more prone to develop...
02/22/2024
Gastroenterology
Quiz
02/13/2024
When compared to general population, did patients with nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease have a similar incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma? Take our quick quiz to find out!
When compared to general population, did patients with nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease have a similar incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma? Take our quick quiz to find out!
When compared to general...
02/13/2024
Gastroenterology
doc with stethoscope
Poll
01/09/2024
In treating gastrointestinal disorders, do gastroenterologists work better alone or as part of a multidisciplinary team? Answer our poll to understand the approaches better!
In treating gastrointestinal disorders, do gastroenterologists work better alone or as part of a multidisciplinary team? Answer our poll to understand the approaches better!
In treating gastrointestinal...
01/09/2024
Gastroenterology
quiz
Quiz
10/06/2023
Investigators recently looked at whether obesity, smoking, drinking coffee, and other factors may be associated with diverticular disease. Take our quiz to find out what they revealed!
Investigators recently looked at whether obesity, smoking, drinking coffee, and other factors may be associated with diverticular disease. Take our quiz to find out what they revealed!
Investigators recently looked at...
10/06/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
08/16/2023
Researchers have found a combination of two agents to demonstrate superior efficacy and a favorable benefit-risk profile among patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. Take our quiz to find out which combo could improve overall...
Researchers have found a combination of two agents to demonstrate superior efficacy and a favorable benefit-risk profile among patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. Take our quiz to find out which combo could improve overall...
Researchers have found a...
08/16/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
07/27/2023
There’s no upper age limit for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening! But age alone is not the only deciding factor when offering CRC to older patients. What else should be considered?
There’s no upper age limit for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening! But age alone is not the only deciding factor when offering CRC to older patients. What else should be considered?
There’s no upper age limit for...
07/27/2023
Gastroenterology
Quiz
06/08/2023
The adenoma detection rate is an essential quality indicator for endoscopists performing colonoscopies for colorectal cancer screening as it is associated with postcolonoscopy colorectal cancers. Take our quiz to find out more about this...
The adenoma detection rate is an essential quality indicator for endoscopists performing colonoscopies for colorectal cancer screening as it is associated with postcolonoscopy colorectal cancers. Take our quiz to find out more about this...
The adenoma detection rate is an...
06/08/2023
Gastroenterology
report+obesity
Quiz
05/02/2023
Are the odds of histologic, symptomatic, and endoscopic response to topical corticosteroids among patients with eosinophilic esophagitis associated with weight? Take our quiz to find out!
Are the odds of histologic, symptomatic, and endoscopic response to topical corticosteroids among patients with eosinophilic esophagitis associated with weight? Take our quiz to find out!
Are the odds of histologic,...
05/02/2023
Gastroenterology

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