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Accuracy of gene test for thyroid nodules questioned
BALTIMORE – Biopsy results from a commercially available genetic test for ruling out malignancy of thyroid nodules may not provide reliable...
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Gas-filled gastric balloons achieve weight loss
A system that utilizes gas-filled gastric balloons helped obese people lose almost twice as much weight, compared with lifestyle modifications.
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Oxandrolone, propranolol combo increases growth in severely burned children
CHICAGO – Combination therapy with oxandrolone and propranolol can attenuate burn-induced growth arrest and increase growth rate in severely...
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Persistent SIRS, leukocytosis linked to unrecognized necrotizing pancreatitis
Patients who have persistent leukocytosis or persistent systemic inflammatory response syndrome on the day of scheduled cholecystectomy may have...
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Tacrolimus worsens IBD post liver transplant for primary sclerosing cholangitis
SAN DIEGO – Recurrent PSC, prolonged use of steroids, and development of cancer after liver transplant were associated with a milder course of IBD...
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Rotor ablation for atrial fibrillation strikes out in first randomized trial
Focal impulse and rotor modulation-guided ablation for persistent atrial fibrillation increased procedural times without improving outcomes.
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Drug-coated stent sets new standard in ACS patients at high bleeding risk
Key clinical point: There are no longer any good indications for implanting a bare-metal stent. Major finding: The cumulative 1-year rate of...
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Care bundle reduces cesarean surgical site infections
The rate of cesarean delivery surgical site infections fell significantly at Yale New Haven Hospital after implementation of a multidisciplinary...
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VIDEO: Cardiothoracic surgeon shortage requires action
BALTIMORE – By 2035, U.S. cardiothoracic surgeons will see a 61% increase in the national caseload, and potentially a 121% increase in cases for...
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VIDEO: Wedge resection beats SBRT for stage I lung cancer treatment
Surgical resection of early-stage non–small cell lung cancer afforded a superior survival advantage for patients than stereotactic body radiation...
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Emergency diverticulitis: Limited role seen for proximal diversion
There is no difference in 30-day outcomes for patients undergoing emergency surgery for acute diverticulitis with primary anastomosis with or...