Albany Medical College

Advances in Diagnostic Testing for Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Current Approaches, Limitations, and Emerging Technologies

Background/Objectives: Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic disease of the esophagus caused by an abnormal type 2 (Th2) immune response. It is a leading cause of dysphagia in both pediatric and adult populations. Endoscopy with biopsy remains the standard approach for diag...

Patient Risk Factors for Incidental Pathology After Uterovaginal Surgery for Apical Prolapse: Systematic Review and Global Expert Consensus Statements

Abstract Introduction and Hypothesis Uterus preservation is increasingly used for uterovaginal prolapse (U-POP) repair despite ongoing concerns regarding future uterine, cervical, and adnexal pathology. We evaluated incidental pathology rates, associated risk factors, and created...