Short Interval Method: Reasonable Choice for Regular Colonoscopy

A comparison between short-interval and regular-interval follow-up for BI-RADS category 3 lesions.

INTRODUCTION The aim of this study was to compare the short-interval and regular-interval follow-up in women with Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) category 3 screen imaging studies. The image stability, rate of image-detected breast cancer and stage of cancer are studied. METHODS Women who had BI-RADS 3 screen imaging studies (mammography and ultrasonography) conducted betwe...

The Effectiveness of Short Message Service to Assure the Preparation-to-Colonoscopy Interval before Bowel Preparation for Colonoscopy

Background/Aims. The preparation-to-colonoscopy (PC) interval is one of several important factors for the bowel preparation. Short message service (SMS) reminder from a cellular phone has been suggested to improve compliance in various medical situations. We evaluated the effectiveness of SMS reminders to assure the PC interval for colonoscopy. Methodology. This prospective randomized study was...

Planned elective cesarean section: a reasonable choice for some women?

Comparing Current Screening Modalities for Colorectal Cancer and Precancerous Lesions: Is Colonoscopy the Method of Choice?

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common form of cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death in the Western world. Presently, screening tools such as colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, fecal occult blood test (FOBT) and computed tomographic colonography (CTC) are available for CRC screening. The debate over which screening tool is most effective in detecting CRC and precancerous lesion...

Optimal Colonoscopy Surveillance Interval after Polypectomy

The detection and removal of adenomatous polyps and postpolypectomy surveillance are considered important for the control of colorectal cancer (CRC). Surveillance using colonoscopy is an effective tool for preventing CRC after colorectal polypectomy, especially if compliance is good. In current practice, the intervals between colonoscopies after polypectomy are variable. Different recommendatio...