Prophylaxis Linked to Improved Function, HRQoL in Hemophilia
Improved function, QoL, activity, pain but not joint structure in adults with hemophilia with joint disease
Spousal Caregiver Well-Being Tied to Recipient Health Expenses
Poor caregiver well-being, especially severe fatigue, also linked to increased ER use
Local Allergic Rhinitis Often Progresses Over Time
With increase in emergency care, development of asthma, loss of allergen tolerance, QoL impairment
W-Plasty Closure in Posterior Occipital Hairline Acceptable
Similar cosmetic outcomes for primary W-plasty, straight-line trichophytic closures
Retinal Emboli Linked to Cardiac Risk Factors, Kidney Disease
Older age, Indian ethnicity, HTN, chronic kidney disease, history of stroke linked to retinal emboli
FDA Approves Vabomere for Complicated UTIs
IV antibiotic sanctioned for certain complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis
FDA Approves First Gene Therapy in the United States
Kymriah approved for patients up to 25 years of age with refractory or relapsed B-cell precursor ALL
Sedentary Time a ‘Potent Risk Factor’ for Mobility Loss
And increased TV time significantly associated with mobility disability at all levels of physical activity
Paternal Age in the United States Is Rising
Average age of fathers of newborns has risen to 31, researchers say
Proactive Approach Encouraged for Online Patient Reviews
Most patients use online reviews as first step to find new doctor; form an opinion from one to six reviews
