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Addition of Orlistat Benefits Obese Patients With T2DM
Greater weight loss and improved glycemic control compared with lifestyle changes alone
Ipsilateral Breast Event Risk Higher Over Time With DCIS
Findings in patients with surgery, no radiation based on favorable clinical factors
Substantial Variability Among Clinicians in Imaging Recs
Various patient, examination factors do not affect frequency of additional ultrasound
Chemoradiation for Glioblastoma Takes Toll on Brain
Structural changes include reduced gray matter volume and ventricular enlargement
‘Epidemic of Diagnosis’ in Thyroid Cancer
Many cases involve low-risk tumors where treatments could carry greater risks than benefits
Funding, Mentors Critical for Academic Rheumatology Careers
Protected time away from clinical, administrative duties also important for research career
Pesticide Exposure Linked to Increased Risk of Diabetes
Review finds these chemicals may boost odds by about 60 percent
Cancer Incidence, Mortality Lower Among Hispanics
Variations in cancer risk due to differences in exposure to carcinogens, screening rates, lifestyle
Substantial Costs to Sustain Patient-Centered Medical Homes
Study looks at personnel costs for staffing needed to deliver PCMH functions in two states
Complex Chronic Diseases Appear to Drive Frequent Admissions
1.6 percent of patients make up 8 percent of admissions, comprise 7 percent of direct costs
