Gastroenterology
- When is contrast needed for abdominal and pelvic CT?
The decision to use contrast depends on the diagnosis suspected.
- Perioperative infection: Are we sure what to focus on?
Which immunosuppressive drugs pose the greater danger in the perioperative period: the newer biologics or corticosteroids?
Functional heartburn: An underrecognized cause of PPI-refractory symptomsFunctional heartburn is the most common cause of failure of proton pump inhibitor therapy.
- Beyond depression: Other uses for tricyclic antidepressants
The pharmacology of these drugs, their potential uses in conditions other than depression, and safety considerations.
Current management of Barrett esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinomaRisk factors: reflux symptoms > 5 years, male sex, age > 50, white race, central obesity, and smoking.
- Vulvar and gluteal manifestations of Crohn disease
Crohn disease is associated with extraintestinal manifestations in up to 45% of patients.
Hemorrhoids: A range of treatmentsEach patient is unique, and with the range of options available, treatment can be individualized.