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AUA: Most Women Report Dysfunctional Toileting Behaviors
Large proportions of women report premature voiding, straining to void, and delayed voiding
Bioengineering Feasible for Airway Reconstruction
Bioengineered tracheal and bronchial reconstruction reported using stented aortic matrices
Slower Decline in Lung Function With Anthocyanin Intake
Slower annual rates of decline in FEV1 and FVC for those in highest quartile of anthocyanin intake
AUA: Many Have Unused Opioids After Urologic Procedures
Patients use just over half of initial prescription; highest percentage of unused meds for cystectomy
ASCO: Few Eligible Smokers Had CT Screen for Lung CA in 2016
Most eligible smokers populated in South, which had most screening sites but low screening rate
Clopidogrel + Aspirin Cuts Ischemic Events in Stroke, TIA
However, combination is associated with increased risk of major hemorrhage within 90 days
Alteplase Good for Ischemic Stroke With Unknown Onset Time
Better functional outcomes with alteplase, but small increased rate of intracranial hemorrhage
Researchers Explore Nanofibers to Target, Treat Atherosclerosis
Study shows 11 and 9 percent plaque reduction in treated male, female mice compared with controls
Much International Consensus Regarding Employment in Autism
International consensus that work experience, vocational training are important to help obtain job
Restricting Fluids Post Abdominal Surgery Doesn’t Up Survival
Fluid restriction has no impact on disability-free survival; increases risk of acute kidney injury
