Concomitant, Sequential Tx Similar for H. pylori Eradication
Second study shows hybrid tx has equivalent efficacy to concomitant tx, fewer adverse effects
AMA Announces End of Sustainable Growth Rate Formula
Legislation includes provisions such as simplification of reporting programs, incentive payments
Statin Use Inversely Linked to Pancreatic Cancer Risk
Risk reduction appears sex specific, with significant reduction seen for men, but not women
Placebo Response May Depend on Individual DNA
But more questions than answers exist at this point
Security Breaches of Health Records Up Over Past Decade
Researchers call for enhanced security as more patient information is stored online
Peritoneal Drainage, Laparotomy Cuts Mortality in NEC
But necrotizing enterocolitis procedure linked to increased costs versus peritoneal drainage alone
Exercise Dose, Intensity Don’t Impact Reduction in Liver Fat
In randomized trial, no difference in efficacy of liver fat reduction by aerobic exercise dose, intensity
Statin Use Found Beneficial in Hepatitis C Treatment
Improved virologic response rates, decreased liver fibrosis progression, HCC incidence
Two New Strategies Show Promise in Treating Crohn’s Dz
Stem cells, fecal transplants show promise but more research needed
Art Program Hones Med Students’ Visual Observation Skills
Students become better at observation and appreciate the importance of communication
