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PAS: Prior antibiotic exposure leaves children susceptible to resistant infections
Key clinical point: Children exposed to antibiotics are significantly more likely to develop infections with resistant Enterobacteriaceae over the...
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PAS: New NAS treatment model shortens stay, lowers costs
Key clinical point: Implementing a standardized protocol for the treatment of neonatal abstinence syndrome can safely lead to a significant...
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AAN: Study supports safety of fingolimod for MS
Key clinical point: Results of an ongoing study support the safety of fingolimod for long-term treatment of patients with relapsing-remitting...
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Viral illness often precedes genital aphthous ulcers in adolescents
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Consider HCV ‘a cardiovascular risk factor’
Key clinical point: Chronic HCV infection was strongly linked to CV outcome and needs to be considered a CV risk factor. Major finding: Adjusted...
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VIDEO: Nitrous oxide for IUD insertion improves patient satisfaction
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Youth may counteract weight gain when it comes to cesarean risk
Key clinical point: Counsel all patients regarding excessive weight gain in pregnancy, especially those who are overweight or obese. Major finding...
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VIDEO: Age, race influence understanding of the term ‘Pap smear’
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Reserve thrombophilia testing for select subgroups
Key clinical point: Clinicians should reserve thrombophilia testing for select subgroups of patients with venous thromboembolism. Major finding:...
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Peginterferon beta-1a MS data show positive early and long-term results
Key clinical point: Benefits from peginterferon beta-1a, recently approved in the United States, may start early in the course of treatment and...
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AAN: Facial nerve stimulator relieves cluster headaches
Key clinical point: An implantable device that stimulates the sphenopalatine ganglion nerve provided pain relief in cluster headaches. Major...