Is a surveillance interval of 1 year, 3 years, 5, or 10 years recommended?
A 50-year-old man of average risk undergoes a first-time screening colonoscopy. A sub-centimeter polyp was found in the ascending colon and was removed. Histology revealed a sessile serrated adenoma.
When should a repeat colonoscopy be performed?
Can Colonoscopy Interval be Safely Extended from 10 to 15 Years for Individuals at Average CRC Risk?
May 3rd 2024New research suggests the interval "could potentially be extended" without significant harms and could reduce unnecessary invasive procedures. , ie, missed early detection and CRC-specific mortality.
Clinical Tips for Using Antibiotics and Corticosteroids in IBD
January 5th 2013The goals of therapy for patients with inflammatory bowel disorder include inducing and maintaining a steroid-free remission, preventing and treating the complications of the disease, minimizing treatment toxicity, achieving mucosal healing, and enhancing quality of life.