Bundle of Items Can Reduce SSI Rate in Colon Surgery
Bundle of five items reduces surgical site infection rate in colon surgery but not in hip surgery
Risk of Certain Adverse Outcomes Up With Endoscopy in Pregnancy
Higher risk of preterm birth or small for gestational age but not congenital malformation, stillbirth
Nurse Practitioners Could Help Meet Need for Elderly Home Care
Restrictions in some U.S. states are an obstacle, researcher says
AAP: Improvement Needed in Adolescent Vaccination Rates
HPV, influenza immunization rates remain well below goals, says American Academy of Pediatrics
Many Obese Patients Not Getting Optimal Hospice Care
And those who do get end-of-life services have fewer days than normal-weight patients
Variation in Prescribing Practices for Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
For severe AD, first-line drugs of choice include cyclosporine, methotrexate, mycophenolate mofetil
Microvascular Complications Linked to Severity of Periodontitis
Poor glycemic control linked to increased prevalence and severity of periodontitis
Herb and Supplement Use Increasing in Pregnant Women
In 2012, top five herbs and supplements include fish oil, melatonin, pro- and prebiotics, acai, cranberry
Clinical Practice Guidelines Developed for Pediatric Obesity
Recommendations developed for assessment, treatment, and prevention of pediatric obesity
Veterinary Pharmaceuticals Pose a Poisoning Risk to Children
Not uncommon for toddlers to ingest medications intended for dogs and cats
