Steven Herrine, MD, discusses important clinical concepts regarding complications of cirrhosis, including variceal bleeding and ascites, as framed by key data presented at AASLD 2007. Medscape Gastroenterology
The addition of bevacizumab to hepatic arterial infusion and systemic chemotherapy does not improve survival in patients who have undergone liver resection for metastases from colorectal cancer. Reuters Health Information
This study assessed the impact of ribavirin exposure on virologic relapse in combination therapy with pegylated interferon (Peg-IFN) and ribavirin for patients with chronic hepatitis C genotype 1. Journal of Viral Hepatitis
Recent studies have elucidated novel mechanisms involved in the development of colorectal cancer. This article highlights some of the key findings. Current Opinion in Gastroenterology
Can some people with lactose intolerance consume milk and dairy foods without developing symptoms? Is it true that intolerance could be genetic? Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics
