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Merck Serono Receives European Approval For Broader Usage Of Erbitux In Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Including 1st-Line Treatment

23 July 2008

Merck KGaA announced today that it has been granted approval by the European Commission for Erbitux® (cetuximab), to update its license for the treatment of patients with epidermal growth factor receptor...
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Clinical Trial For The Treatment Of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Begins At Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center

23 July 2008

Anadis Ltd (ASX:ANX; OTC:ANDIY), a biopharmaceutical company focused on research, development and production of immune milk (colostrum)-derived polyclonal antibodies and other proteins to address major diseases, today...
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Hospitals Vary In Number Of Lymph Nodes Examined In Patients With Gastric And Pancreatic Cancer

23 July 2008

Researchers have found differences in hospitals giving care to patients with gastric or pancreatic cancer. The report, published in the July issue of Archives of Surgery, found that if patients are treated at hospitals that...
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GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology News Articles Archive - Page 1

22 July 2008

Precancerous Esophagus Disease Eliminated In 98.4% Of Patients Treated With HALO Ablation System

Pill Cam SB Could Help Doctors Treat Children With Crohn's

19 July 2008

ERBITUX® (Cetuximab) Receives Approval In Japan For Use In Advanced Colorectal Cancer

Comprehensive Clinic For Gastrointestinal Cancers Opens At Rush University Medical Center, USA

18 July 2008

Researchers Discover Primary Sensor That Detects Stomach Viruses

Stomach Virus Detection Protein Discovered

Virulence Factor That Induces Fatal Fungal Infection Identified By Singapore Scientists

New Research From Rhode Island Hospital May Help Predict Outcomes For Stomach Cancer Patients

17 July 2008

MDCT Using Virtual Gastroscopy And Multiplanar Reformation Images Differentiates Between Malignant And Benign Gastric Ulcers

Possible Link Found Between X-rays And Prostate Cancer

Childhood Diarrhea: Treat With Zinc Over 6 Months Of Age

16 July 2008

Drug For Treatment Of Inflammatory Bowel Disease - New Formula Allows For Greater Absorption, Fewer Doses

Stem Cells Heal Chronic Inflammation In The Gut - May Help Restore Immune System To Normal Function For Crohn's Disease

15 July 2008

Surgeons Use USGI Medical's EndoSurgical Operating System To Complete Live Incisionless Appendectomy At Leading NOTES Conference

It's Important To Know If Frequent Gastrointestinal Upset Is Celiac Disease

14 July 2008

Exact Sciences Provides Regulatory Update For Its Version 2 Stool-Based DNA Technology For Colorectal Cancer Screening

ACR's Guidelines For CT Colonography Interpretation Examined In Study At Digestive Disease Week

12 July 2008

Wyeth And Progenics Receive Approval From European Commission For Relistor For Opioid-Induced Constipation In Advanced Illness Patients

11 July 2008

Gastroenterologist Offers Tips For Choosing A Probiotic

10 July 2008

Olympus Grants An Additional $500,000 For Research In Minimally Invasive Surgery

U.S. Health Authorities Report Reduction In Rotavirus Disease After The Introduction Of Pentavalent Rotavirus Vaccine RotaTeq(R)

Merck Serono: Erbitux(R) Phase III Clinical Study In Gastric Cancer Started

Mundipharma Submits New Analgesic Targin(R) (Prolonged Release Oxycodone / Naloxone Combination) For European Approval

Cerimon Pharmaceuticals Initiates Phase II Study To Evaluate Simulect(R) (Basiliximab) For Noninfectious Uveitis

09 July 2008

ViroPharma Provides Update On Upcoming FDA Advisory Committee Meeting To Discuss Bioequivalence Of Locally Acting Gastrointestinal Drugs

08 July 2008

European Medicines Agency Approves Relistor The First-In-Class Treatment Of Opioid-Induced Constipation (OIC) In Advanced-Illness Patients

FDA Grant AMDL Clearance To Market THE AMDL-ELISA DR-70(R) (FDP) Blood Test For Monitoring Colorectal Cancer

New Therapies And Medications For Crohn's Disease

07 July 2008

BD Announces CE Marking Of A New Molecular Test To Diagnose Patients With Clostridium Difficile Infections

Adolor Provides Update On Entereg® (alvimopan) OBD Program - FDA Lifts Clinical Hold On OBD IND

06 July 2008

Dr. Eamonn Quigley Reveals Crucial Health Benefits Of Taking Probiotics

04 July 2008

European Medicines Agency Approves Relistor™ The First-In-Class Treatment Of Opioid-Induced Constipation (Oic) In Advanced-Illness Patients

02 July 2008

Will Chemotherapy Work? Einstein Researchers Develop Test That May Offer Answer For Colorectal Patients

01 July 2008

The GI Company Reports Additional Phase II Clinical Data Of Intestinal Trefoil Factor (rhITF) Oral Spray For Oral Mucositis

Cellular Self-Eating Promotes Pancreatitis

30 June 2008

New Data Show Preemptive Treatment May Significantly Reduce Skin Toxicities In Patients Receiving Vectibix(R) (Panitumumab)

Bowel Cancer Patients Live Longer Taking Xeloda - Analysis Confirms That Oral Xeloda Is Superior To IV 5-FU

29 June 2008

Increased Risk Of Kidney Stones And Gastric Bypass Surgery Linked

27 June 2008

Avastin(R) Shows Unprecedented Benefits In Colorectal Cancer Patients, Irrespective Of K-Ras Gene Mutation

Device Blocking Stomach Nerve Signals Shows Promise In Obesity

Avastin(R) Shows Unprecedented Benefits In Colorectal Cancer Patients, Irrespective Of K-Ras Gene Mutation

The AGA Foundation Invests In Gastroenterology's Future

26 June 2008

First Comprehensive Report On Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Care In Europe And Australia Reveals Urgent Need For Action

Leading Colorectal Patient Organisation Calls On EU Countries To Improve Poor Standards Of Care

25 June 2008

Different Type Of Colon Cancer Vaccine Reduces Disease Spread, Jefferson Scientists Show

24 June 2008

Tranzyme Pharma Announces Successful Thorough QT/QTc Study Of Ghrelin Agonist TZP-101

Anxiety Linked With A Higher Risk For Certain Chronic Conditions

21 June 2008

Food Manufacturers Will Soon Have Access To A New CSIRO-Bred Barley Variety Which Has Significant Human Health Benefits

20 June 2008

ICAD Initiates Clinical Study Of Its Virtual Colonoscopy CAD In Partnership With ACR Image Metrix

Pennsylvania Department Of Health Confirms Fifth Salmonella Case Linked To National Outbreak

Bowel Prep Oral Sodium Phosphate Equal To Fasting Before Capsule Endoscopy For Obscure GI Bleeding

Congress Celebrates 10 Years With Endorsements From Leading Professional Societies And Organizations

19 June 2008

Major Gastroenterology Journal Accepts Version 2 Technology Study For Publication

Long-Term Safety Data On Lialda(TM) (mesalamine) For Patients With Ulcerative Colitis Published In Leading GI Journal

18 June 2008

Weight Loss After Gastric Bypass Surgery May Protect Against Infection And Cancer

Long-Term Safety Data On Lialda Published In Leading GI Journal

Study Underway To Find An Alternative Cure For Crohn's Disease And Ulcerative Colitis

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