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Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
Capsule endoscopy, also known as wireless capsule endoscopy or video capsule endoscopy, is a noninvasive procedure that uses a swallowed capsule-shaped miniature camera for direct visual and diagnostic evaluation of various gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. Although originally intended as a tool to examine the small intestine, which is mostly beyond the reach of conventional endoscopy, capsule endoscopy is now being used to examine the entire length of the GI tract.
Gastroenterology May 3rd 2022
ACP Internist
New guidelines recommend that internists treat uncomplicated diverticulitis in an outpatient setting without the use of antibiotics. The new guidelines on diagnosis and management of patients with diverticulitis have been published by the Annals of Internal Medicine. And they are stirring up debate among physicians.
Emergency Medicine April 12th 2022
MedPage Today
An interesting case study in BRASH (bradycardia, renal failure, atrioventricular blockade, shock, and hyperkalemia) syndrome highlights Rare Disease Day, which took place on 2/28/22. After reviewing the patient’s history and symptoms, would you agree on the diagnosis?
Cardiology March 1st 2022
A 56-year-old man has had right-upper-quadrant abdominal pain for several months but is otherwise healthy. He does not drink alcohol, has not been exposed to other hepatotoxins, and takes no medications. On physical examination, vital signs are normal. Abdominal examination reveals hepatosplenomegaly. The remainder of the physical exam is normal. What would you do?
Emergency Medicine February 8th 2022