Successful Treatment of U.S. Child With XDR Tuberculosis
Case highlights the risks of acquiring drug-resistant tuberculosis overseas
Breastfeeding Tied to Lower Risk of Retinopathy of Prematurity
Exclusive use of human milk reduces odds of potentially blinding condition by 75 percent
Low FODMAP Diet Cuts Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms
Similar reductions for diet with reduced content of fermentable short-chain carbs, traditional advice
Cesarean Rate Not Significantly Impacted in Induction Study
In women with Bishop score of ≤5 undergoing elective induction after 39 weeks of gestation
Radial Artery Access Reduces Mortality, Major Bleeds in ACS
Fewer bleeding events, lower mortality rates when compared to femoral artery access
Impaired Kidney Function May Raise Cancer Risk
Dialysis, organ transplant may increase odds for certain types of cancer
CDC: Autism Rate Up Post Survey Method Changes
The number differs based on new questions parents were asked about their children
Case of Bobby Pin Piercing Kidney Reported in 4-Year-Old
Two rusted sharp ends of pin were removed from patient, without subsequent complications
Urinary Potassium Excretion Tied to Renal, Cardio Risk in T2DM
Higher urinary potassium excretion, not sodium excretion, tied to lower risk of primary end point
Intervention Cuts Potentially Inappropriate Meds in Seniors
Intervention also effective for reducing proton pump inhibitor prescribing
