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Managing the Side Effects of Cancer Treatment with Palliative Medicine
Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation are only a few of the side effects patients undergoing cancer treatment may experience. Dr. Renato Samala, a physician within the Department of Palliative and Supportive Care at the Cleveland Clinic, joins this episode of Butts and Guts to share more about why these side effects occur, the impact on the digestive system, and how palliative care goes beyond symptom control to address the physical, emotional and psychological effects of cancer treatment.
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August 27, 2024
Fecal Transplants
Bret Lashner, MD, a gastroenterologist in the Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease at Cleveland Clinic, joins Butts and Guts this week to discuss fecal transplants. This cutting-edge procedure is used to combat severe gut infections, repair the gut microbiome, and restore the quality of life for patients battling a range of conditions. Listen to learn more about how the procedure has evolved and advancements on the horizon.
Play NowAugust 13, 2024
Navigating Acute Liver Failure in Children: The Latest Updates in Diagnosis and Treatment
This week on Butts and Guts, we welcome back Dr. Mike Leonis of Cleveland Clinic Children's to discuss the latest updates in the diagnosis and treatment of acute liver failure. Listen to learn everything you need to know about ALF in children, including the symptoms, diagnosis, and how treatment of this life-threatening condition continues to evolve.
Play NowJuly 30, 2024
Histotripsy
Dr. Choon H David Kwon, Director of Minimally Invasive Liver Surgery at Cleveland Clinic, joins the Butts and Guts podcast to discuss histotripsy, a non-invasive liver tumor treatment recently approved by the FDA. Listen to learn more about how this technology works, who is a candidate, and the future of non-invasive liver tumor treatment.
Play NowJuly 16, 2024
Pediatric Colorectal & Pelvic Surgery Comprehensive Care Center
Dr. Lynn Woo, Center Director for Pediatric Urology, and pediatric surgeon Dr. Anthony DeRoss, join Butts and Guts this week to discuss the new Pediatric Colorectal and Pelvic Center at Cleveland Clinic, which offers multidisciplinary care for children with colorectal and pelvic disorders. Listen to learn more about how the center provides various treatments for chronic conditions and aims to streamline care for patients and their families.
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