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FDA Approves New Propofol System

CINCINNATI, Ohio—Sedasys, a Division of Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. (Ethicon), this month announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted PMA approval for the SEDASYS System, a computer-assisted ...read more

Communicate Better at Work

In today’s fast-paced nursing environment every word matters. Make yours count. Choose your words wisely and be successful at work. ...read more

Choosing and Using the Proper Probiotic

This slide show will be helpful to GI professionals who want to learn more about probiotics, and can be shared with patients as well. ...read more

May is Celiac Awareness Month

This May (and every May, for that matter) is Celiac Awareness Month. This awareness campaign is sponsored by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness and other celiac organizations. ...read more

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Soy Treatment May Reduce Colorectal Tumor Cells

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Research on a soy-based treatment for colorectal cancer, a promising agent in ovarian cancer, and a new drug target for advanced prostate cancer was presented at the American Association for Cancer Research 2013 Annual Meeting last week. ...More
April 16, 2013
Posted in News, Industry Issues
Delaware Program Reduces Colorectal-Cancer Mortality Rates

DOVER—A study analyzing the impact of the Delaware Cancer Consortium, the state's cancer control program, reports a 41 percent reduction in colorectal mortality rates for African Americans. The study, published April 15 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, provides analysis ...More
April 16, 2013
Posted in News, Industry Issues
Should the Healthcare Supply Chain Be More Like Retail?

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.―A new survey by researchers at the University of Arkansas indicates that the healthcare industry’s supply chain lags behind the retail industry supply chain and could benefit significantly from adopting several of retail’s best practices. ...More
April 15, 2013
Posted in News
Adenoma Detection Rates are Higher than Guidelines Suggest

OAK BROOK, Ill.―Researchers at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla., report in a new study that average-risk screening adenoma detection rates (ADR) are significantly higher than current guidelines suggest for both men and women. The study found that the overall average-risk ...More
April 12, 2013
Posted in News
Bowel-Prep Update: Quick Facts to Keep Your Knowledge Fresh

In 2008, the FDA released a report stating the use of oral sodium phosphates for bowel preparation put patients at risk of acute phosphate nephropathy, an acute kidney injury. These products should only be used with physician approval and a prescription. They may still be ...More
April 11, 2013
Posted in Articles
SGNA Sheds Light on Endoscope Reprocessing

In recent years, there has been an increased discussion in the healthcare arena concerning the proper, consistent cleaning and reprocessing of endoscopes. The failure of some healthcare facilities to protect patients from exposure to disease has made headlines. Reacting to ...More
April 11, 2013
Posted in Articles
2013 MVP Nominees Announced!

Did you nominate a colleague for the 2013 EndoNurse MVP award? Were you nominated? Are you wondering who was chosen? Wait no longer; results are here! ...More
April 10, 2013
Posted in Blog
Calcium May Reduce Colorectal Adenoma Risk

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Researchers have identified a potential explanation for inconsistent results from prior research about the association between calcium intake and risk for colorectal adenomas, which are precursors to colorectal cancers. ...More
April 10, 2013
Posted in News
Olympus Launches Laparoscopic Surgical Video System

CENTER VALLEY, Pa.―Olympus, a medical technology company, announced today that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Articulating HD 3D Laparoscopic Surgical Video System. ...More
April 9, 2013
Posted in News
Honeywell to End Oxyfume Ethylene Oxide Sterilant Blends

MORRISTOWN, N.J.―Honeywell announced a March 31, 2013, deadline for receiving final orders of Oxyfume ethylene oxide sterilant blends. ...More
April 9, 2013
Posted in News