SABCS: Laser Ablation May Be an Alternative Breast Cancer Tx
Procedure shows promise on tumors up to 2 cm in diameter, but more study is needed
SABCS: Tamoxifen, Anastrozole Both Prevent Recurrence in DCIS
However, side effects differ for the two medications
Paracentesis Underutilized in Patients With Cirrhosis, Ascites
In-hospital mortality down with paracentesis use; trend toward reduction in mortality for early tx
Toxic Skin Effects Common With EGFR-TKI Use in NSCLC
Afatinib therapy linked to earlier paronychia onset; more dermatological visits for skin toxic effects
MITF p.E318K Prevalence Similar, Regardless of CDKN2A
Mutation correlates with increased risk, especially for multiple primary melanoma, high nevi count
Rhinoplasty Effective Treatment for Nasal Valve Insufficiency
Similar improvements for patients undergoing functional or aesthetic-functional rhinoplasty
Industry-Led Oncology Trials May Inflate Cost-Effectiveness
Breast cancer cost-effectiveness analyses show favorable estimates with industry funding
Seven Behaviors Suggested to Improve ‘Art of Medicine’
Seven behaviors promote more consistent practice of interpersonal aspects of medicine
Leg Muscle Power Predicts Pain, Quality of Life in Knee OA
Muscle power, but not strength, is independent determinant of pain and quality of life
Herpes Zoster Risk in RA Up With Older Age, Prednisone Dose
HZ risk comparable after initiation of TNFi, non-TNFi, and conventional synthetic DMARDs
