Lekha Yadukumar
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View article: Retrospective study evaluating association of colorectal tumors and hepatitis C virus
Retrospective study evaluating association of colorectal tumors and hepatitis C virus Open
BACKGROUND Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) has been associated with hepatic and extrahepatic malignancies. Limited studies have shown an association between colorectal adenomas and HCV populations. AIM To study the prevalence of colorectal…
View article: National Trends in the Incidence of Sporadic Malignant Colorectal Polyps in Young Patients (20–49 Years): An 18-Year SEER Database Analysis
National Trends in the Incidence of Sporadic Malignant Colorectal Polyps in Young Patients (20–49 Years): An 18-Year SEER Database Analysis Open
Background and Objectives: Conflicting guidelines exist for initiating average-risk colorectal cancer screening at the age of 45 years. The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) changed its guidelines in 2021 to recommend i…
View article: Case-control analysis of venous thromboembolism risk in non-alcoholic steatohepatitis diagnosed by transient elastography
Case-control analysis of venous thromboembolism risk in non-alcoholic steatohepatitis diagnosed by transient elastography Open
BACKGROUND Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common cause of chronic liver disease worldwide. Studies have shown a strong association between non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) cirrhosis and portal vein thrombosis. Spe…
View article: 87P Breaking down the divide: An analysis of male breast cancer demographics and survival by race in the United States
87P Breaking down the divide: An analysis of male breast cancer demographics and survival by race in the United States Open
Male breast cancer (MBC) is rare and comprises < 1% of breast cancers. The incidence of MBC has increased by 40% from 1975 to 2015. It is projected that 2800 new cases of invasive MBCs will be discovered in the US in 2023, and 530 men will…