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Gastric Banding, Metformin Similar for Improving Glycemia
Both preserved β-cell function in obese adults with impaired glucose tolerance, mild T2DM
Web-Based Lifestyle Program Works for Liver Disease Patients
Similar weight, liver enzyme improvements seen with group- and web-based programs for NAFLD patients
Without Medicaid Expansion, Poor Patients Forgo Medical Care
Seventeen states have not expanded Medicaid, and expansion is an election issue in several states
Number of Children Not Receiving Vaccines Slightly Increased
However, coverage with most recommended vaccines among children aged 19 to 35 months stable, high
American College of Gastroenterology, Oct. 5-10
The American College of Gastroenterology's 83rd Annual Scientific Meeting The annual meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology was held from Oct. 5...
β-Blockers in 1st Trimester Do Not Up Congenital Malformations
No large increase in the risk for overall, cardiac malformations in international cohort
In NSCLC, Longer Survival With Brigatinib Than Crizotinib
Longer progression-free survival in those with ALK-positive dz who did not previously take ALK inhibitor
Cataract Surgery Tied to Drop in Cognitive Decline in Seniors
Decline in episodic memory scores seen with older age slower after versus before cataract surgery
ASA: Review Links Opioids With Complications Post-Spine Surgery
Higher postoperative pain score, worse quality of life for post-op pain management with opioids
More Socioeconomic Challenges for Hispanic Women With HIV
Hispanic/Latina women receive more ancillary services than men and have similar clinical outcomes
