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February 2017 Briefing – Pathology

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Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pathology for February 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
Exposure to neuraminidase inhibitors during pregnancy is not associated with adverse neonatal outcomes or congenital malformations

Exposure to Neuraminidase Inhibitors in Utero Not Harmful

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No increased risks of adverse neonatal outcomes or congenital malformations with in utero exposure
Additional weight appears to particularly influence the risk of cancers related to the digestive organs or those driven by hormonal abnormalities

Review Supports Link Between Adiposity, Risk of Some Cancers

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Excess weight may influence risk of GI cancers by altering insulin levels, promoting inflammation
Colorectal cancer rates among those aged 50 and older have fallen 32 percent since 2000

Colorectal Cancer Rates, Mortality Down in Americans Aged ≥50

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Report suggests higher screening rates explain the positive trend
A diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment is frequently associated with comorbid neuropathologies

Comorbid Neuropathies Common With MCI Diagnosis

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Mixed Alzheimer's disease neuropathic changes more frequent than pure ADNC among those with MCI
DNA-based biomarkers in the nasal passages may be able to reveal whether a lung lesion is cancerous or not

Biomarker in Nasal Passages May ID Lung Cancer in Smokers

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Simple technique is based on cancer DNA and seems accurate for use after chest CT scan, researchers say
Steps should be taken to protect medical practices

Strategies Suggested to Protect Practices From Hackers

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Small practices are a target, especially as larger organizations improve their security
Americans in their early 50s and younger are experiencing significant increases in colorectal cancer incidence

CRC Incidence on the Rise Among Younger Americans

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Rates of rectal cancer have been rising longer and faster than colon cancer
For physicians across specialties

Physician Burnout Eroding Sense of Calling

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Physicians who are completely burned out have lower odds of six validated aspects of sense of calling
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends use of carrier screening for all women

ACOG Recommends Use of Carrier Screening Before Pregnancy

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Two Committee Opinions expand guidelines on carrier screening; highlight importance of counseling