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 * The American College of Gastroenterology has updated its guidelines for management of Barrett's esophagus: PMID 18341497
 * A randomized control trial suggests that high-definition, wide angle colonoscopy does not detect more advanced neoplasia than standard colonoscopy: PMID 18786535
 * A prospective study of 13,000 colonoscopies suggests that the risk of advanced neoplasia is low in polyps smaller than 5 mm, which may not need removal if detected on CT colonography: PMID 18691580
 * A Cochrane review on propofol for colonoscopy suggests that propofol in generally healthy individuals can lead to increased patient satisfaction, shorter discharge times, and no increase in side effects if administered by an anesthesiologist: PMID 18843709