NR ABPM
AU Bramble,M.G.; Ironside,J.W.
TI Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease: implications for gastroenterology.
QU Gut 2002 Jun; 50(6): 888-90
PT journal article; review; review, tutorial
AB The current clinical views regarding variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, and in particular transmission via endoscopy, of those representing both gastroenterology and the Spongiform Encephalopathy Advisory Committee are presented in an attempt to guide clinicians as to "best practice" given the current state of our knowledge.
ZR 10
MH Creutzfeldt-Jakob Syndrome/*transmission; Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal/*adverse effects; Equipment Contamination; Human; Risk Factors
AD Endoscopy Centre, James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough TS4 3BW, UK. mike.bramble@stees.nhs.uk
SP englisch
PO England