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Gastrointestinal » Colon Health, Screening Articles:

New Polyp Detection Method Could Be Cost-Saver (11-Nov-2009) Optical technology is as accurate as colorectal tissue examination, study finds

Early Morning Colonoscopies May Find More Polyps (06-Nov-2009) Study suggests differences in patient preparation and doctor fatigue play a role

Blood Tests May Spot Colon Cancer (23-Sep-2009) Easier detection method might encourage more people to get screened, experts say

Colonoscopy Beats 'Camera Pill' at Catching Colon Cancer (15-Jul-2009) But less invasive detection method still shows promise, scientists say

Study Finds Possible Genetic Indicator of Colorectal Cancer (18-Jun-2009) If perfected, screening method could make disease detection easier, experts say

For Some, Virtual Colonoscopy May Be Just As Good (16-Jun-2009) Less invasive test might spur more people to be screened, experts say

Colonoscopy Risks Increase With Age and Illness (15-Jun-2009) Other screening methods for colon cancer may be safer for some older patients, researchers say

Colorectal Cancer Rates Rising for Under 50 Set (08-Jun-2009) Upturn is especially strong among those in their 20s, study finds

Weight May Affect Colonoscopy Success (01-Jun-2009) More rigorous prep is needed for obese people, study finds

Worth of Sigmoidoscopy Screening for Colon Cancer Still Uncertain (01-Jun-2009) Some reduction in mortality rates found, but experts say more follow-up needed

Deep Sleep May Improve Colonoscopy Results (01-Jun-2009) Study findings could have lifesaving potential

Many Childhood Cancer Survivors Not Checking for Second Malignancies (01-Jun-2009) Another study found some also suffer PTSD years after treatment

Colon Screenings Don't Follow Guidelines, Study Suggests (06-Apr-2009) VA study shows elderly ill men getting same screenings as healthy folks

What to Expect From a Colonoscopy (22-Mar-2009) While many patients are nervous, doctors say it isn't as scary as some believe

Family Docs Do Colonoscopies Safely (15-Jan-2009) Study found no more complications than when specialists perform screening test

FDA Puts Black-Box Warning on Bowel-Cleansing Drugs (11-Dec-2008) Prescription products, used to prep for colonoscopy, may harm the kidneys, agency says; non-prescription treatments also will get warnings

Health Tip: Preparing for Colonoscopy (09-Dec-2008) Foods you can eat or drink

CT Colonography Screens for Cancer, Osteoporosis (02-Dec-2008) Abdominal scan checks bone mineral density with no additional radiation, minimal cost

Colorectal Cancer Screens Detect Unrecognized Disease (20-Nov-2008) Finnish study says about 40% returned positive results in review of national program

Bowel Prep Harder on Women Than Men (16-Nov-2008) Experts offer advice on how to get ready for a colonoscopy

New DNA Stool Testing Spots More Colon Cancers (08-Oct-2008) Study found it detected twice as many malignancies, serious precancerous polyps

Blacks at Greater Risk of Precancerous Colon Polyps (23-Sep-2008) Difference is most pronounced among black women, study finds

Repeat Colonoscopies Underused in High-Risk Patients (20-May-2008) Other research found traditional colonoscopy still better than virtual version

Popular Colonoscopy Prep Solution May Pose Kidney Risks (27-Mar-2008) Dangers of phosphate solution extend to those without renal disease, study says

High-Risk Blacks Less Likely to Get Colonoscopies (25-Mar-2008) Those with family history are referred less often than whites, study finds

Colonoscopy 'Coaches' Play Lifesaving Role (25-Jan-2008) Patients who got calls from those who had gotten procedure were more likely to keep first appointment

New Colon Cancer Test Might Spot Trouble Earlier (24-Jan-2008) That and other findings reported at symposium on gastrointestinal cancers

Health Tip: Before a Colonoscopy (22-Aug-2007) Follow instructions to ensure a successful procedure

Health Tip: About Colon Polyps (06-Feb-2007) Most are benign, but should be tested for cancer

Sigmoidoscopy Helps Catch Colon Cancer (05-JUL-2005) High acceptance and strong detection rates make test worthwhile, study finds

Colonoscopy Beats Sigmoidoscopy in Women (18-MAY-2005) Extensive procedure finds more precancerous polyps, study finds

New Colon Cancer Marker Found (21-JAN-2005) Levels of molecule may predict severity of disease and survival, researchers say

Steady Diet of Red Meat Increases Colon Cancer Risk (11-JAN-2005) People who consumed a lot over long period of time upped chances by 50 percent

Elderly Avoiding Colorectal Cancer Screening (10-JAN-2005) Many on Medicare don't seek help until symptoms appear, study shows

DNA Test for Colon Cancer a Mixed Bag (22-DEC-2004) Pricey test beats blood screen, but falls short of colonoscopy

Colonoscopy Bests CT Scans and X-rays (16-DEC-2004) Detects almost twice as many polyps as other procedures

Smoking Ups Risk of Colon Polyps (02-NOV-2004) Study finds chances three times greater than for nonsmokers

Virtual Colonoscopy Not Ready for Prime Time (01-NOV-2004) Despite advances, it still has radiation risks and accuracy problems, new study finds

Virtual Colonoscopy Shows Promise (01-SEP-2004) While not perfect, it could become key screening tool for cancer, researchers say

Doctors Doing Too Many Colonoscopies (16-AUG-2004) Confusing guidelines might be the reason why, study finds

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