Work Impairment Common in Uncontrolled Allergic Rhinitis
Symptoms of allergic rhinitis controlled in about 60 percent of days according to mobile phone app
Web-Based Platform Better for Delivering Pre-Op Information
Children age 3 to 12 years better attain pre-op information from interactive web-based platform
Surgery Often the Starting Point for Opioid Addiction
Some patients may face higher risk of becoming dependent on opioids, researchers say
$16 Billion Spent on Cosmetic Surgery by Americans in 2016
New report details costs of most popular plastic surgery procedures
Novel Laser Device Effective for Nasal Telangiectasia Treatment
Treatment effective in all patients, with most needing only one treatment session
Botulinum Toxin Promising for Burning Mouth Syndrome
In small study, injections relieved discomfort for up to five months
Fungal Lesions Can Mimic Neoplastic Growths on Tongue
Case report describes 22-month-old with rapidly growing lesion on the tongue
MACRA Changes Government Approach to Doctor Payment
New approach pays providers based on quality, value, and results delivered, but questions remain
Risk Adjustment, Reinsurance Transfer Offer Financial Benefit
Revenues exceeded claims costs after implementation of these programs
Red Cell Distribution Width Predicts Surgical Complications
High pre-op levels tied to respiratory adverse effects after children's adenotonsillectomy
