Patients seen by a female gastroenterologist for an initial consultation are less likely to use medical care in the emergency department, hospital or primary care office for two years after their visit when compared to patients initially seen by male gastroenterologists, according to a study to be presented at Digestive Disease Week 2024.
Could the microbiome hold the key to diagnosing and treating biliary tract cancer?
A recent study in “Microorganisms” delves into the relationship between the microbiome and biliary tract cancer, revealing distinct microbial compositions in patients compared to healthy