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Statistical Tool Predicts Risk of Major Post-Op Complications
Tool validated in patients treated for oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma
Patterns of Pediatric Mandible Fx Vary With Age, Sex
Younger patients, females more likely to have condyle fractures, fractures caused by falls
Time-Limited Strategies Feasible for ICU Critical Cancer Care
For patients with poor-prognosis solid tumors, trial duration of one to four ICU days may be sufficient
In-Office Test IDs AMD Patients Who Qualify for Home Device
About 70 percent of patients who completed test attained score suggesting ability to use home device
CDC: Teen Smoking Down, Marijuana Use Up
Second report indicates more American adults are trying to break the tobacco habit
Review Links Lipid Profiles With Tendon Health
Altered tendon structure or pain linked to higher total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides
Rising Threat of Antibiotic Resistance in Surgery, Chemo
10 percent rise in antibiotic resistance would lead to 2,100 more deaths, 40,000 more infections yearly
Stricter Alcohol Policy Tied to Lower Rates of Cirrhosis Mortality
Strongest link between alcohol policies and alcoholic cirrhosis deaths seen in northeastern U.S.
Premixed Insulin Ups Hypoglycemia in Inpatients
Similar glycemic control as basal-bolus regimen but elevated frequency of hypoglycemia
Vitamin D, Calcium Don’t Cut Recurrent Adenoma Risk
No decrease in colorectal adenomas seen with supplements, taken together or alone
