AI Algorithm May Differentiate Polyps on CT Colonography
Adding machine learning-based image analysis allows noninvasive differentiation of benign and premalignant polyps
Egg, Cholesterol Intake Linked to Higher Mortality
Increased mortality associated with egg consumption largely influenced by cholesterol intake
Pediatric Oncology Services Disrupted During Pandemic
Newly diagnosed pediatric cancer cases decreased in 43 percent of centers; treatment abandonment increased in 34 percent
Nivolumab Plus Cabozantinib Tops Sunitinib for Renal Cell Carcinoma
Combination therapy superior with respect to progression-free, overall survival and overall response for first-line treatment of advanced RCC
NIH Halts Trial of Convalescent Plasma for Mild COVID-19
While the treatment seemed safe, no significant differences in outcomes were seen between patients receiving convalescent plasma or placebo
Good Response Seen With HealthCare.gov Reopening
CMS figures show more than 206,000 people signed up for coverage from Feb. 15 to 28
Threshold ID’d for Urine Test to Rule Out Prostate Cancer
In validation study, 3.7 percent of grade group ≥2 cancers missed with MyProstateScore value ≤10
Umbrella Review Reveals Links Between Diet, Colorectal Cancer
Review of meta-analyses of prospective observational studies reveals lower risk with higher intakes of dietary fiber, dietary calcium, yogurt
Risk for Breast Cancer Death Increased With Missing Mammogram
Serial participants have significantly lower risk for death compared with those who missed one or both of two screenings before diagnosis
Text Reminders + Mailed Home Testing Up Colorectal Cancer Screening
Screening rates improved in patients due for testing at a community health center predominantly serving people of color