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Patients diagnosed with cancer in the emergency room are less likely to survive. http://ms.spr.ly/6188wv4iY
The UK sees a greater number of patients who are diagnosed with cancer in A&E than any other high-income countries, new study suggests.
The success of FMT in UC was not improved by using highly standardized and controlled “superdonor” samples.
RESTORE-UC trial results contradict positive results seen in previous trials despite using highly standardized, “superdonor” samples.
The success of FMT in UC was not improved by using highly standardized and controlled “superdonor” samples.
RESTORE-UC trial results contradict positive results seen in previous trials despite using highly standardized, “superdonor” samples.
The success of FMT in UC was not improved by using highly standardized and controlled “superdonor” samples.
RESTORE-UC trial results contradict positive results seen in previous trials despite using highly standardized, “superdonor” samples.
Among adults with GERD, a negative upper endoscopy is associated with a decreased risk in incidence and mortality from gastrointestinal cancer. The benefit persisted through 5-10 years following the procedure. http://ms.spr.ly/6183ZoCXJ
A single pill of the investigational drug molnupiravir taken 2x daily for 5 days eliminated SARS-CoV-2 from the nasopharynx of 49 participants.
Could a Tamiflu-like oral pill to control SARS-CoV-2 stop COVID-19 before it gets severe?
So what’s the best way to double mask? Fauci explains.
'If you have a physical covering with one layer, you put another layer on, it just makes common sense that it likely would be more effective,' said Fauci.
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Identifying ketamine abuse signs and how to help your patient through it. http://ms.spr.ly/6180TnhEe
The N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) antagonist ketamine is a general-purpose anesthetic and Class III con-trolled substance that has a wide range of clinical applications.
Psychiatrists play a key role in the pre-transplant psychosocial evaluations for liver transplant patients. http://ms.spr.ly/6189Tnh1H
A thorough pre-transplant assessment and careful follow-up can maximize patient outcomes.
#1 picked websites for trustworthy diabetes information. http://ms.spr.ly/6187Tnh8z
TRANSCEND NHL trial has an overall survival rate of 21 months among patients with B-cell lymphoma or transformed follicular lymphoma. http://ms.spr.ly/6184TnhDG
Human breast milk improves IBS symptoms in this study. http://ms.spr.ly/6185TnhGV (ACG 2019)
TIVO-3 trial supports tivozanib as a treatment for recurring kidney cancer patients. http://ms.spr.ly/6187Tnh1c (SABCS 2019)
Vitamin D + calcium might reduce fracture risks. http://ms.spr.ly/6187TnhER
There is now a fertility-sparing surgery for most young women epithelial ovarian cancer. http://ms.spr.ly/6189TnA4H
California researchers and MD’s combine efforts to update emergency medical protocols. http://ms.spr.ly/6186TnA4E (AES 2019)
Upadacitinib significantly improves the signs and symptoms of active ankylosing spondylitis. http://ms.spr.ly/6184TnA48 (ACR 2019)
How quickly can you fill in this tinnitus clinical crossword puzzle. http://ms.spr.ly/6184TnAN2
D-RVd improves response rates for patients with transplant-eligible multiple myeloma. http://ms.spr.ly/6187TnANl (ASH 2019)
ACA extension ends with administration begrudgingly touting marketplace stability.
Trump administration brings stability to “what remains a failed experiment,” the CMS administrator said.
Infliximab escalation beyond 5 mg/kg is probably not a prudent course of treatment for most RA patients.
Researchers said that infliximab “escalation beyond 5 mg/kg is probably not a prudent course of treatment for most RA patients, compared to switching to alternative treatment options.”
Restoring the altered gut microbiota with human milk oligosaccharides
in patients with IBS pays off in reduced abnormal stools, pain, and bloating. http://ms.spr.ly/6189TnANT
The study finds that ctDNA was significantly associated with distant DFS. http://ms.spr.ly/6183TnAND
SAN ANTONIO – Liquid biopsy can identify patients with triple-negative breast cancer at high risk of relapse, but no specific interventions have been identified.
75% of patients with LGI-1 saw a 50% reduction in seizures with IVIG. http://ms.spr.ly/6185TnA2v (AES 2019)
The antitumor activity of this oral BTK inhibitor was significant in patients with CLL and MCL. http://ms.spr.ly/6180TnA2n (ASH 2019)
Is insulin + metformin the solution for pregnant women with type 2 diabetes? (DPSGNA 2019)
Flu cases continue to rise unexpectedly.
Outpatient visits for flu are at their highest mid-December rate since 2003.
94% of patients with vaping lung injury had vitamin E acetate in their lungs. http://ms.spr.ly/6186TnAFo
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