AGA Institute
An engaging mix of author interviews and expert commentary on the latest articles from Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, hosted by the journals' online editor, John F. Kuemmerle, MD, AGAF.
Duration: 14:54 m - Filetype: mp3 - Bitrate: 96 KBPS - Frequency: 44100 HZ
Risk and Reason in Barrett's Esophagus
An editorial in the March issue of CGH discusses how physicians can best address the cancer risk of Barrett's Esophagus with patients. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with the author, Dr. Nicholas Shaheen of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. See also the related study in the March issue, “Risk of Esophageal Adenocarcinoma and Mortality in Patients with Barrett's Esophagus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.”
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Duration: 14:31 m - Filetype: mp3 - Bitrate: 96 KBPS - Frequency: 44100 HZ
Rome Criteria of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Pro and Con Perspectives
Do symptom-based, Rome criteria for IBS lead to better diagnosis and treatment outcomes? Two articles in the February CGH examine this issue from pro and con perspectives. Dr. Kuemmerle hosts a discussion between both authors: Prof. Robin Spiller of University Hospital, Nottingham; and Dr. Michael Camilleri of Mayo Clinic College of Medicine.
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Duration: 11:21 m - Filetype: mp3 - Bitrate: 96 KBPS - Frequency: 44100 HZ
Diseases and Drugs That Increase Risk of Acute Large Bowel Ischemia
A study in the January 2010 <i>CGH</i> investigates diseases and drugs that present possible risk factors for acute large bowel ischemia (ALBI). Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with senior author Dr. George Longstreth of the University of California San Diego School of Medicine.
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