Tag: Screening
Modified Colorectal CA Screening Score Improves Risk Prediction
Addition of BMI to Asia Pacific Colorectal Screening score improves risk prediction of neoplasia
Nomogram Predicts Survival for Adults Undergoing CAC Scoring
Nomogram predicts five-, 10-, 15-year survival for adults undergoing coronary artery calcium scoring
Certain Cancer Diagnoses Up in High-Income Counties in U.S.
But combined death rate from four cancers studied is similar in high- and low-income counties
Evidence Lacking for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Screening
USPSTF finds insufficient evidence to assess benefits, harms of screening asymptomatic 10- to 18-year-olds
Technology Can Help Patients Facing Routine Decisions
Use of technology makes appointments more productive, helps patients engage in the decision
Progress Made on Genetic Test for Anal Cancer
But research is still in early stages
Calls, SMS Can Increase Adherence to FIT CRC Screening
Increased rate of fecal immunochemical test pick-up and return with telephone call, SMS reminder
Mapping IDs Geographic Access Barriers for Diabetic Retinopathy
And, telescreening ups diabetes retinopathy screening rate in primary care setting in N. Carolina
Blood Test for Earlier Detection of Pancreatic Cancer Feasible
Test uses chip technology that analyzes circulating tumor-derived extracellular vesicles
Combined Urine Test for T2:ERG, PCA3 Ups Prostate CA Detection
Combined urinary testing can avoid unnecessary prostate biopsy, while preserving high sensitivity
