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View article: The Effects of Chronic Opioid Therapy on Achalasia and the Upper Esophageal Sphincter
The Effects of Chronic Opioid Therapy on Achalasia and the Upper Esophageal Sphincter Open
Background: The rise of opioid drug usage in the U.S. correlates with increasing recognition of gastrointestinal side effects, especially in the esophagus. The literature has recently noted that abnormalities in the upper esophageal sphinc…
View article: Gastroesophageal Neuroendocrine Tumors: Outcomes and Management
Gastroesophageal Neuroendocrine Tumors: Outcomes and Management Open
Background/Objectives: Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) can arise in any organ and are most commonly found in the lungs and gastroenteropancreatic (GEP) system. GEP-NETs represent a small percentage of gastrointestinal cancers, and therefore, …
View article: Unexplained Gastric Ulcer: Role of Cinacalcet
Unexplained Gastric Ulcer: Role of Cinacalcet Open
Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) most commonly arises as a complication of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) or impaired mucosal defense mechanisms against acid exposure by medications such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Hyperc…