The Link Between Streptococcus bovis and CRC
Presence of a particular biotype of the Streptococcus bovis bacterium can be an indicator of a GI malignancy.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Risk Factors Associated With Esophageal Adenocarcinoma
Lifestyle factors have contributed to the rising incidence of esophageal carcinoma—but there are other risk factors that come into play as well.
Malignant Potential of Neoplastic Pancreatic Cysts: A Clinical Dilemma
Clinicians should be aware of the basic diagnostic work-up as well as the appropriate follow-up plan for potentially malignant neoplastic pancreatic cysts.
Crohn’s Disease and Cancer Risk
Crohn’s disease can be challenging to manage, and make come with an increased risk for cancer.
Bowel Prep and the Effect on Colorectal Cancer Screening
Bowel preparation plays a key role in deciding when to schedule follow-up screening for colorectal cancer.
Neutropenic Enterocolitis: What to Expect
Caused by chemotherapeutic agents and malignancies alike, neutropenic enterocolitis is a side effect that can lead to significant patient morbidity.
Endoscopic Celiac Nerve Block: Managing Pancreatic Cancer Pain
EUS-CNB may offer a viable technique for managing pain in patients with pancreatic cancer.
Tumor Marker CA 19-9 for Assessing Pancreatic Cancer Response
There are both advantages and disadvantages to using CA 19-9 to screen and monitor patients with pancreatic cancer.
Gastrointestinal Toxicity of Sorafenib
Sorafenib can be an effective treatment for a variety of cancers, but its use can come with significant GI side effects.
Elevated Liver Function Tests and Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can result in a number of adverse side effects, the most common being elevated liver function tests.
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