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Proper Analysis Over Intuition for Avoiding Improper Antibiotic Use
Identifying illness correctly is key to drugs' effectiveness, researcher says
History of Depression May Raise Parkinson’s Risk
Study finds association, but overall risk is low -- only about 1 percent
Complication Rate Relatively Low for Anterior Lumbar Surgery
Review shows overall complication rate of 14.1%, with most complications at rate of 1% to 3%
Novel Algorithm Can Classify Chronic Rhinosinusitis
Scoring system has sensitivity of 83 percent and specificity of 66 percent for eosinophilic CRS
Gender Differences in Receipt of End-of-Life Care
Male patients more likely to receive ICU care; males with EoL discussion less likely to have ICU stay
CV Autonomic Neuropathy Predicts Urological Issues
Increased odds of erectile dysfunction and/or lower urinary tract symptoms in men with T1DM
Optimal Mechanical Ventilation Strategy Identified for Obese
In meta-analysis, VCV + higher PEEP + single RM linked to highest PaO2/FiO2 ratio
Family Hx Alone Doesn’t Appear to Affect Breast CA Tx Outcomes
No difference seen in distant disease-free intervals
Benefits for Surgery Before Chemo in Advanced Ovarian CA
Appears to raise quality of life without shortening survival
More Evidence That C-Sections Should Be Avoided When Possible
More complications and lower chances of vaginal delivery for subsequent births
