Single-use Duodenoscope: The Cleaner Standard.

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is the gold standard in the endoscopic management of biliary disease. An average of 700,000 ERCPs are performed every year, and most are performed using a reusable flexible duodenoscope. The innovation of disposable duodenoscopes has changed the dynamic in the advanced endoscopy field of study to primarily reduce or eliminate the risk of cross-contamination between patients.

It Can't B: An Unusual Case of Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B) Empyema Necessitans.

Empyema necessitans is characterized by an empyema that extends from the lung pleura into the chest wall and underlying tissue. We present a rare case of (Group B) empyema necessitans in an adult male. This case highlights the diagnosis and management of empyema necessitans in the modern era.

In monkeypox, risk for some symptoms was greater in MSM with vs. without receptive anal contact.

Tarín-Vicente EJ, Alemany A, Agud-Dios M, et al. Lancet. 2022;400:661-9.

Simultaneous Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia and Long QT Syndrome Gene Mutations.

Genetic channelopathies can predispose individuals to life-threatening arrhythmias. Two such channelopathies are long QT syndrome (LQTS) and catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT). To the best of our knowledge, we present the first case of LQTS with novel combined genetic mutations of KCNH2 and cardiac ryanodine receptor (RYR2) genes.

Novel Uses of Lumen-apposing Metal Stents: A Review of the Literature.

The field of therapeutic endoscopy has seen many recent advancements. One such emerging field is the use of lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS). Although a few LAMS have been developed, the most commonly reviewed and the only Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved LAMS is the Axios stent by Boston Scientific.