Intravitreal Anti-VEGF Use Not Tied to Systemic Adverse Events
Risk not up in neovascular age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema
BMI Linked to Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk in Chronic Hep B
Risk of HCC linked to BMI in a dose-response manner in men, women; stronger link for women
Only Half of Adults With Familial Hypercholesterolemia on Statins
And, only 30.3 percent of patients with definite or probable FH on statins take high-intensity statin
Challenges ID’d for Childbearing During Surgical Residency
Most women receive six weeks or less of maternity leave; most feel leave duration is inadequate
Genetic Assay of PAP Tests May Help Dx Endometrial, Ovarian CA
PapSEEK tests for gene mutation, aneuploidy; better detection with Tao brush intrauterine sampling
Intensive Lifestyle Interventions Cut Long-Term Disability in T2DM
10-year lifestyle, weight loss changes increased disability-free years in women, those without CVD
For Those With HIV, Symptom Burden Higher in Women
These symptoms, especially fatigue, muscle aches, may be worsened with menopause
MVPA Mortality Risk Reduction Not Tied to Exercise in Bouts
Lower mortality risk seen with moderate-to-vigorous physical activity regardless of how it is accumulated
Measles in Childhood Affects Airflow Obstruction in Midlife
Findings show the effect is in combination with adult asthma, smoking
Vascular Malformations Contribute to Lower Quality of Life
Patients report increased pain and psychosocial distress specifically
