Tag: Screening
Memory Scores Limited As Alzheimer’s Screening Tool
Scores are an early marker of amyloid positivity, but limited in value for those without dementia
Risk of ≥CIN3 Drops With Negative HPV, Cytology Co-Tests
Decrease in 5-year ≥CIN3 risks after each successive negative round of HPV, cytology co-testing
CDC: HIV Being Diagnosed Sooner After Infection
Increase in percentage of people at increased risk for HIV who reported getting an HIV test in past year
Stool-Based Protein Combos Can Improve CRC Screening
Combo of four proteins can detect CRC, advanced adenomas, with higher sensitivity than hemoglobin
Best Practice Advice Issued for Hep B Vaccination, Screening
All unvaccinated adults at risk for infection should be vaccinated; screening recommended for at-risk
Colorectal Lesion Frequency Increases at Age 45
Polyp, adenoma, and neoplasia detection rate higher in 45-49 age group than in younger patients
Bone Strength + Bone Mineral Density Screening Cost-Effective
Model shows this combo starting at age 55 in postmenopausal women prevents fractures
State Laws Can Promote Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Mandating health care providers to offer screening increases screening rates, linkage to care
Pulse Ox + Auscultation Reliable for Congenital Heart Screening
The method significantly improves detection rate of major CHD in newborns
Artificial Intelligence Can Detect Diabetic Retinopathy
Findings based on a large retrospective review of screening photographs
