Radiofrequency ablation eradicates problems in most patients with Barrett's...
A procedure that uses heat generated by radio waves to treat Barrett's esophagus, a condition caused by acid reflux (severe heartburn), can eliminate signs of the potentially cancer-causing disorder...
View ArticleConcurrent use of proton-pump inhibitor and clopidogrel does not elevate...
Heart patients who took a stomach acid-suppressing proton-pump inhibitor along with clopidogrel - a drug that prevents blood clots - were only half as likely to be hospitalized for upper digestive...
View ArticleAlmost 62% of Canadians age 65 and older use five or more classes of...
Almost two-thirds (62%) of Canadians age 65 and older living in the community in six provinces are using five or more classes of prescription drugs, according to a study released today by the Canadian...
View ArticleFDA issues Complete Response Letter for approval of Eisai's rabeprazole...
Eisai announced today that the company received a Complete Response Letter from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the New Drug Application (NDA) of rabeprazole sodium...
View ArticleDISCUSS survey findings highlight need to prioritize GERD dialogue
According to findings from the new nationwide DISCUSS Survey, many people surveyed report that their gastroesophageal reflux disease and/or persistent heartburn symptoms significantly disrupt their lives.
View ArticleStudy traces precursor of deadly esophageal cancers to leftover embryonic cells
The ultimate source of some cancers is embryonic cells. Research published in the June 24th Cell, a Cell Press publication, traces the precursor of deadly esophageal cancers to leftover embryonic cells...
View ArticleLos Alamos team sees unprecedented proof of ion's role in enzymatic process
A Los Alamos National Laboratory research team has harnessed neutrons to view for the first time the critical role that an elusive molecule plays in certain biological reactions. The effort could aid...
View ArticleLANL's top 10 science stories of 2011
Los Alamos National Laboratory's top 10 science stories of 2011 illustrate the broad variety of scientific excellence that's the hallmark of the Laboratory. This year's stories include alternative...
View ArticleMayo Clinic to offer novel device for patients with GERD
Mayo Clinic in Florida will be one of the first health care institutions in the United States to offer a newly approved device to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The condition, also known...
View ArticleTips to help minimize risks associated with acid reflux disease
While the overall death rates from several cancers such as breast and lung have gone down, there has been a meteoric rise in cases of esophageal cancer. Studies have shown that from 1975 to 2001, the...
View ArticleMayo Clinic: Physical activity is associated with reduced risk of esophageal...
Physical activity is associated with a reduced risk of esophageal cancer, according to a new study presented by Mayo Clinic researchers at the American College of Gastroenterology's Annual Scientific...
View ArticleBrazilian study provides evidence to support effectiveness of Tecta in...
Takeda Pharmaceuticals International GmbH announced today results showing pantoprazole magnesium 40 mg (Tecta) was as effective as esomeprazole 40 mg for achieving complete remission (defined as...
View ArticleSt. John Hospital first in Michigan to offer new alternative treatment for...
St. John Hospital is among the first in the state and the only site in southeast Michigan to offer a new alternative treatment for patients with acid reflux disease.
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