Laparoscopic Nephrectomy Feasible As Outpatient Surgery
Most patients discharged home within first six hours after surgery; none readmitted
Gross Total Resection for the Best Results in Glioblastoma
Although larger procedure carries more risk, odds of longer survival are higher
Strategy Needed to Address Impending Physician Shortage
AAMC promotes multipronged approach including federal support, technology, care delivery changes
Number of Circulating Tumor Cells Up After Surgery in SCCHN
Significant increase in CTCs seen after surgical resection in squamous cell carcinoma of head, neck
No Conclusive Link Between Melanoma Risk, PDE5 Inhibitors
Researchers say skin cancer in these patients is likely due to more sun exposure
Tasquinimod Improves Radiographic PFS in mCRPC
Does not improve overall survival in metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer
Prices for Care Rise Significantly As Multi-Hospital Systems Emerge
76 percent increase per hospital admission across all hospitals; greater increase in multi-hospital systems
USPSTF Reaffirms Need for CRC Screen Beginning at Age 50
U.S. advisory group says there's not enough evidence to endorse one screening method over another
Implantable Ultrasound Device Augments Chemo in Glioblastoma
Experimental device seems to help more chemotherapy reach tumors
Potential Impact of Single-Payer Health Care Discussed
System could alleviate administrative burden, but may have trade-offs in terms of patient care
