Risk of Injuries Up Around Period of Cancer Diagnosis
Increased risk of iatrogenic injuries, non-iatrogenic injuries before and after diagnosis of cancer
August 2016 Briefing – Radiology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Radiology for August 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Imaging Strategies Reduce Unnecessary Angiography
CMR is better for reducing unnecessary angiography compared with NICE guideline-directed care
Some Radiologists Can Detect Breast Cancer at First Glance
Skilled radiologists see abnormalities immediately, and researchers want to learn how they do it
Echo-LVMI Ups Risk Prediction for Cardiovascular Disease
Left ventricular mass indexed to body size improves risk prediction for CHD, CVD, heart failure
In-Hospital Mortality Up With Weekend Admission in NSTEMI
Disparity no longer significant after adjustment for utilization of early invasive strategy
Plain Radiography Can ID Changes in Gouty Tophi Size
Plain radiography can identify hypouricemic treatment response in patients with tophaceous gout
Decision Support Tools Cut CT Use in Pediatric Appendicitis Workup
Lower proportions of CT in passive, active intervention time periods versus historical control
Ultrasonography Can Guide Drug Modification in Arthritis
Positive power Doppler velocity results particularly influential in inflammatory arthritis
Steep Rise in U.S. Drug Prices Tied to Patent Monopolies
Letting Medicare and Medicaid negotiate pricing would likely help bring costs down, researchers say
