Heather R. Johnson

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Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)

Cannabis May Improve Quality of Life for IBD Patients

Heather R. Johnson

September 9, 2020

Although cannabis use does not induce clinical remission in IBD, patient-reported quality of life may improve.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Sleeve Gastrectomy Linked to High Prevalence of Barrett Esophagus

Heather R. Johnson

September 9, 2020

Patients undergoing sleeve gastrectomy sometimes develop gastroesophageal reflux disease, a major risk factor for Barrett’s esophagus; therefore, researchers investigated whether patients with SG have a high rate of BE.

Colorectal neoplasia

Extended Colonoscopy Interval May Be Acceptable in Low-Risk Patients

Heather R. Johnson

September 8, 2020

Patients with a low or intermediate risk for colorectal cancer may undergo colonoscopies at an interval longer than the currently recommended 10 years.

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Heather R. Johnson

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Cannabis May Improve Quality of Life for IBD Patients

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