FDA Takes New Look at Breast Implant Safety
Agency has acknowledged that breast implants may contain materials that affect people's health
Pregnancy-Adapted Algorithm Avoids Diagnostic Imaging for PE
Suspected pulmonary embolism safely ruled out in some pregnant women with diagnostic algorithm
Antiepileptic Drugs Not Tied to Dementia Risk
No increased overall risk found, but levetiracetam generic brands tied to higher dementia risk
Trastuzumab Tied to Higher Long-Term Risk for Heart Failure
Increased risk for heart failure seen in breast cancer survivors given trastuzumab rather than chemo alone
FDA: First Treatment Approved Specifically for Postpartum Depression
Zulresso administered by IV infusion over 60-hour period; patients must be monitored during infusion
Daily Cannabis Use May Up Risk for Developing Psychotic Disorder
Daily cannabis use, especially high-potency types, linked to increased odds of psychotic disorder
ACC: Catheter Ablation Does Not Cut Mortality, Stroke in A-Fib
But it is associated with more favorable quality-of-life end points at 12 months versus medical therapy
Recommendations Issued for HSCT in Multiple Myeloma
Autologous stem cell transplant remains essential component of MM therapy in eligible patients
Sugary Drinks Tied to Cardiovascular Disease Mortality
Comparing extreme categories of consumption, SSB linked to increased CVD mortality, cancer mortality
Overall, Physicians Are Happy and Enjoy Their Lives
Relationships found to be key to happiness; having friends at work impacts physician happiness
