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Delay in EEG monitoring associated with increased seizure duration in pediatric refractory status epilepticus
Charlotte, NC – The 24-hour cumulative probability of seizure resolution may be lower in children who do not have...
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Does AED prophylaxis delay seizure onset in children with brain tumors?
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A small study indicates that AED prophylaxis may be effective during the first 6 months after...
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Mistreatment of surgical residents linked to burnout
SAN FRANCISCO – Gender and racial discrimination and mistreatment are associated with higher odds of burnout and suicidal thoughts in trainee...
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One third of CVD disease in black adults linked to hypertension
A large analysis suggests intervention throughout all ages could have substantial impact.
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Virtual visits may cut no-show rate for follow-up HF appointment
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NIH seeks gene-based cures for HIV, sickle cell disease
The agency is collaborating with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for the $200 million, 4-year project.
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Fibrinogen concentrate effective, safe for postop bleeding
SAN ANTONIO – Favored more in Europe than North America, fibrinogen concentrate was noninferior to cryoprecipitate for control of bleeding after...
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ACIP approves child and adolescent vaccination schedule for 2020
Minor changes in wording and design to child and adolescent ACIP vaccination schedule match updates to adult schedule.
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FDA approves onabotulinumtoxinA for pediatric lower limb spasticity
The indication excludes spasticity related to cerebral palsy.
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Strong showing for TAVR after 5 years in PARTNER 2A
SAN FRANCISCO – In patients without acceptable transfemoral access, surgery may be the preferred alternative, Dr. Vinod H. Thourani said.