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A morphological study of gastric polyps performed on a population from Western Romania
Gastric polyps (GP) are typically found incidentally, when upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy is performed for an unrelated indication. Gastric polyps are uncommon and have an Read more …
MRI techniques to replace liver biopsy
As reported in the January issue of Hepatology, MRI imagery is emerging as a non-invasive way to determine the existence and extent of hepatic fibrosis. It could eventually help Read more …
Finland’s colorectal cancer screening programme
Following the proposal of the European Union to all member states, Finland established a national screening programme for colorectal cancer in 2004. The programme is the first of Read more …
Emergency endoscopy services need to be better organized
According to a survey published in the journal Clinical Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians, there seems to be a serious under provision of out-of-hours emergency Read more …
Endoscopic stenting of colon obstructions
Minimally invasive endoscopic stent procedures can reduce the hospital stay of patients suffering from colorectal cancer. Stenting may also reduce the future risk of surgery, Read more …
Sony launches new HD monitor for the healthcare sector
With the launch of its new LMD-2450MD monitor for use by medical professionals, Sony offers a its first high definition monitor that convinces with high image clarity and colour Read more …
Intra-operative imaging in modern neurosurgery
The brain has few anatomical landmarks. During surgery it is critical that the neurosurgeon knows the exact locality of surgical instruments in relation to important brain Read more …
The first portable endoscopy device
The épug portable endoscopy device was demonstrated at this year’s MEDICA fair in Germany. Currently, this is the only battery operated, digital integrated camera, monitor Read more …
Reimbursement for bowel endoscopy
Czech Republic -.The Ministry of Health has issued a reimbursement policy for PillCam SB capsule endoscopy, produced by Given Imaging Ltd.
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Sopro acquires Comeg
The French firm Sopro, a subsidiary of the Acteon Group, has acquired the German company Comeg.
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