BMI Doesn’t Affect Kidney Transplant Survival
No difference between defined BMI bands in patient or graft survival for transplanted patients
Clinicians May Harbor Biases About Sexual Orientation
Findings show need for sensitivity training, expert suggests
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy Best at 90 Pulses/Min
Difference in outcomes due to patients with proximal and mid ureteral, not distal, stones
Choosing Wisely: How to Implement in Clinical Practice
Strategies to improve chance of success include familiarization with evidence behind recs
Antibodies to Serum Amyloid P Deplete Amyloid Deposits
Phase 1 study shows safe, efficient depletion of deposits in liver, kidney in systemic amyloidosis
AMA Suggests Ways to Encourage Use of Patient Portals
Suggestions include training staff on portal use; showing patients how to use the portal
Hospital Volume Impacts Peds Post-Urologic Op Complications
Risk of postoperative complications increased for pediatric patients at non-high volume hospitals
Patiromer Treats Hyperkalemia in Diabetic Kidney Disease
All doses of patiromer significantly reduced potassium levels after a month
Arts Observation Curriculum May Be Beneficial for Medical Students
Learning to observe objectively and communicate observations important in clinical practice
Progress in Reporting Conflict of Interest Among IRB Members
Percentage of members who felt another member didn't disclose financial relationships down '05 to '14
