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Get to Know Emeritus Professor Dr. Arun Rojanasakul,

Get to Know Emeritus Professor Dr. Arun Rojanasakul, Head of the Colorectal Surgery Center and Specialist in Colorectal Surgery.

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Innovative Diagnostic Imaging with Photon-Counting CT Technology

Accuracy, precision, and image clarity are crucial in medical diagnosis. This has led to the development of Photon-Counting Detector CT (PCD-CT), an innovative advancement designed to improve patient care by enhancing diagnostic efficiency and safety. PCD-CT provides significantly more detailed images and improves the ability to diagnose complex diseases with greater accuracy.

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Complex Anal Fistula: A Distressing Condition That Affects Quality of Life

While most patients with anal fistulas can be cured with a single surgery, approximately 20% of patients may develop complex anal fistulas (recurrent anal fistulas), a challenging condition that requires specialized treatment.

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New American Guidelines for Helicobacter pylori Treatment

Helicobacter pylori can cause serious health issues like chronic gastritis, peptic ulcers, and even gastric cancer. Recognizing the serious health risks of H. pylori, leading gastroenterology experts have released new treatment guidelines.

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Colorectal Cancer — A Silent Disease with Inherited Risks

Colorectal cancer ranks among the most common cancers worldwide, with a significant number of diagnoses annually. While many cases stem from environmental factors and personal lifestyles, approximately 5-10% of patients inherit the disease genetically.

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Colorectal Cancer — A Concern for Those Under Age 50

The passing of actor Chadwick Boseman — renowned for his role as the Black Panther — from colon cancer at the age of 43 has brought heightened awareness to the risk of this disease among individuals under 50.

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New American guidelines on how to deal with a blocked bile duct

A biliary stricture is similar to a traffic jam in your liver's drainage system. It involves narrowing that can obstruct the flow of bile, a substance produced by your liver to aid in food digestion. Sometimes, you might not notice anything wrong at first, even though there could be underlying issues with your liver.

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Colorectal Cancer: Are you at Risk?

Colorectal cancer is caused by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the colon or rectum. It may take years to develop, and at the early stage, there may only be an abnormal growth of tissues known as polyps. However, these polyps can then develop into cancer if left untreated or not removed. In some cases, people with colorectal cancer have no abnormal symptoms, so they do not know that they have cancer. That’s why a check-up is important to find the polyps before they turn into cancer, especially if you are at risk. But the question is, ARE YOU AT RISK? Let us find out in this session of Stay Healthy Doctor Talk. Dr. Navara Dusitanond, a specialist for Colorectal & General Surgery, shared his expertise on this topic.

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Say Goodbye to Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids (aka piles) are quite common in adults over 20 years of age. This blog covers the symptoms, how it is diagnosed and treated as well how they can be prevented.

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