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Diagnosis and Management of Hepatitis C
The goal of this activity is to provide a comprehensive overview of the state of the field regarding hepatitis C, with specific emphasis on the current thought on pharmacokinetic effects on regimen choice, liver biopsy and genotype variations. |
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Diagnosis and Management of IBS
This program will discuss current thinking on the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria and treatment options for IBS. |
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Early Diagnosis & Management of Carcinoid Tumors
This program has been developed to update and educate gastroenterologists and primary care physicians who provide care for people with carcinoid disease. This program will provide an explanation of why carcinoid is underdiagnosed and give insight into how to distinguish carcinoid from other diseases that may present with similar symptoms. The program also discusses evidence-based methods for treating patients with carcinoid tumors. |
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Barrett's Esophagus and Adenocarcinoma
Barrett's esophagus is a premalignant lesion of esophageal adenocarcinoma, and the incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma is on the rise. Early detection improves survival from this cancer. |
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Evolving Aspects of Colorectal Carcinoma
Colorectal cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed carcinomas in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States and North America. It is probably the most preventable form of cancer because it begins as premalignant adenoma. If these adenomas are detected early and removed many cases of colorectal cancer can be prevented. |
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Innovations in Endoscopy
Modern diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy is progressing rapidly. The number of physicians practicing endoscopy is also increasing. Physicians must remain abreast of the new information, practices and techniques that are also rapidly evolving. |
