Early Use of Anesthesia Does Not Lead to Cognitive Deficits in Kids
No lingering mental effects seen after one exposure, but more research needed
American Society of Clinical Oncology, June 3-7
The 52nd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology The annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology was held...
Review Links Tonsillectomy to Risk of Crohn’s Disease
No correlation seen for tonsillectomy and risk of development of ulcerative colitis
Review: Similar/Improved Outcomes for TAVI Versus SAVR
Similar or better early and midterm outcomes for adults with severe aortic stenosis
ASCO: Aggressive Treatment Common in Terminal CA Patients
Three in four of young or middle-aged patients get aggressive therapies in last months of lives
125I Brachytherapy Ups Anastomotic Leakage in Rectal CA
Intraoperative implantation increases risk of AL, fecal incontinence, urinary dysfunction
Hip Arthroscopy Often Not the Best Option for Older Patients
One-third of older patients may need total hip arthroplasty within two years
15.5 Million Americans Now Surviving Cancer
But better tools needed to support their long-term recovery, researchers say
Post-CABG Infection Risk Up Significantly for Severely Obese
Excess weight also linked to extended hospital stays, researchers find
Stem Cells Can Restore Motor Function in Stroke Patients
Experimental procedure helps restore movement even a year after stroke