Advanced Age Need Not Deter Surgery for Cutaneous Tumors
No difference in complications between those aged 90 years and older and those 75 to 80 years
Long-Term Thrombolytic Tx No Benefit in Intermediate-Risk PE
Findings at three years for tenecteplase vs placebo in patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism
Surgical Glue Reinforcement OK for Lap Sleeve Gastrectomy
Researchers report lower complication rates, lengths of hospital stay, costs
Genetic Hyperglycemia Raises Risk of Coronary Artery Disease
Increased risk of coronary artery disease is separate from diabetes risk
Increased Use of Newer Meds for Diabetic Nephropathy in the U.S.
DDP-4 inhibitors used in 54 percent of visits in last quarter of 2014; ACE inhibitors, ARBs often used
Recent Decline in Prescription Opioid Use Among U.S. Teens
Lifetime prevalence of use peaked in 1989, 2002, and remained stable until decline in 2013 to 2015
Treatment Seeking Low Among Teens With Eating Disorders
Those with counter-stereotypic presentation even less likely to seek treatment
Optical Clearing Agent Ups No. of Laser Passes in Tattoo Removal
Findings based on number of laser passes during a five-minute tattoo removal session
Gender Gap Found in Evaluations of Emergency Medicine Residents
Similar milestone levels among residents during 1st year, but higher levels for men throughout residency
REACH II, VA Did Not Increase Spending in Dementia Care
Behavioral interventions program for Alzheimer's patient caregivers did not increase health costs
