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June 2016 Briefing – Surgery
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Surgery for June 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Extended-Spectrum Antibiotics No Benefit for Pediatric Appendicitis
Extended-spectrum linked to 30-day readmission in complicated, not uncomplicated appendicitis
Knowledge of CT Risks Varies Among Health Care Providers
Radiologists and technologists generally show better knowledge than referring physicians
U.S. Cancer Survivors Aging, Battling Other Chronic Disease
Likelihood of other chronic conditions will stress health care system in next two decades
BRCA1 Mutations May Raise Risk of Serous/Serous-Like Uterine CA
Although overall risk for uterine cancer after risk-reducing salpingo-oophorectomy not increased
Benefits for Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Prostatectomy
Reduced risk of positive surgical margins versus open prostatectomy for patients with pT2 disease only
Gastric Bypass Helps Achieve Diabetes Treatment Goals
Lower mean HbA1c, more diabetes remission, more weight loss versus lifestyle-medical management
Electronic Record Demands Are Overwhelming Many Physicians
Survey found those who have to use EHRs/CPOEs report more burnout, job dissatisfaction
Guidance Updated for Sedation of Pediatric Patients
Safe sedation needs a systematic approach, including medical supervision, pre-sedation assessment
Too Many Elderly, Terminal Patients Getting Unnecessary Tx
Doctors, caregivers must be able to better recognize when death is imminent and unavoidable
