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Molecular Basis for Varied Presentations of ETEC Explored
EtpA adhesin molecule interacts specifically with glycans expressed in individuals with blood group A
V600E BRAF Mutation Tied to Worse Survival in CRC Liver Mets
Worse overall, disease-free survival with V600E BRAF versus KRAS mutation in colorectal liver metastases
Language Used in Medical Record Can Affect Patient Care
Stigmatizing language may transmit bias, influence trainees' attitudes
Hepatitis C-Exposed Infants Not Adequately Screened
Low screening rate seen at same time as increase in hepatitis C virus prevalence among pregnant women
Best Practices Developed for Use of EHR to Enhance Patient Care
Patients regard EHR as positive presence; can be used to engage patients by jointly viewing data
Higher CRC Risk With Advanced Adenoma Found on Colonoscopy
Risk not increased for non-advanced adenoma found on colonoscopy following flex sigmoidoscopy
Nonprofit Manufacturer Could Keep Generic Drug Costs Down
Nonprofit manufacturer will pursue cost-plus strategy to cover costs, maintain financial viability
Novel Purchasing Strategy Could Cut Medicaid Costs for HCV Meds
Strategy involves making deal with manufacturer for a lump-sum payment in return for 100 percent rebate
Sofosbuvir Improves Renal Safety in Patients With Chronic Hep C
Patients with mild, moderate renal impairment showed improvement in renal biomarkers over one year
Restricting Fluids Post Abdominal Surgery Doesn’t Up Survival
Fluid restriction has no impact on disability-free survival; increases risk of acute kidney injury
