Publications by authors named "Paul K Vincent"
Article Synopsis
- Colorectal cancer is widespread globally, with reduced mortality linked to screening; Qatar launched a national screening program in 2016.
- Fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) was used for individuals aged 50-74, leading to colonoscopies for those who tested positive.
- Out of 32,751 invitees, 11,130 participated, with 6% testing positive; colonoscopies revealed significant adenoma and cancer detection rates, supporting the need for ongoing, organized screening efforts.
Background/aims: In patients undergoing endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), calcineurin activates zymogen, which results in pancreatitis. In this study, we aimed to determine the efficacy of tacrolimus, a calcineurin inhibitor, in preventing post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP).
Methods: This was a prospective pilot study in which patients who underwent ERCP received tacrolimus (4 mg in two divided doses); this was the Tac group.