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ICDs May Provide Little Benefit When Implanted Over Age 70
ICDs lead to extended survival in those at high risk for sudden cardiac death, less so for those over 70
Health Benefits of Moderate Drinking May Be Overestimated
Not all factors considered in previous studies, researchers say
Seven Tips Help Doctors Prepare for Meaningful Use Audits
Best way to prepare for an audit is to assume it will happen and make sure MU requirements are met
Human Breast Milk Effective for Infants With Atopic Dermatitis
Topical application of breast milk found to be as effective as hydrocortisone 1 percent ointment
Risk of Psychiatric Disorders Up for Children With T1DM
Increased risk of psychiatric morbidity most pronounced in six months after diagnosis
Post-Op Infection Rate Low for Minimally Invasive Spine Sx
Very low rate for patients undergoing posterior transtubular microscopic assisted spinal surgery
Multidisciplinary Approach Successful in Chronic Back Pain
Continuation of multidisciplinary program improves disability, mental health over 30 months
Acupuncture Deemed Feasible for Vulvodynia
Reduction in vulvar pain and dyspareunia; improvement in overall sexual function
ACC/AHA Risk Score No Better for Identifying Elevated CAC in RA
Ten-year risk score no better than Framingham Risk Score, Reynolds Risk Score
Lung-RADS Criteria Can Reduce False-Positive Result Rate
Reduction in false-positive result rate, but reduction in sensitivity also observed
