SGO: Promising Research in Treatment of Ovarian Cancer
Experimental vaccine and cancer drug each slow disease progression, researchers find
Glyburide in Gestational DM Linked to Complications
Associated with more infant intensive care and respiratory distress
Laparoscopic Tops Abdominal Hysterectomy for Fibroid Tumors
More deaths from leiomyosarcoma after laparoscopic hysterectomy; lower rates of complications
NKF: Many Nephrologists Report Pregnant Patients on Dialysis
Survey of nephrologists shows kidney failure becoming more common for expectant moms
Diabetes May Predispose to More Advanced Breast Cancer
Findings suggest need to modify screening methods
Fish, ω-3 PUFAs Linked to Survival After Breast Cancer
Reduction in all-cause mortality for women with high intake of tuna, other fish, ω-3-PUFAs
Physicians Should Be Aware of Signs of Burnout
Stress is major predictor for burnout among doctors; operating in high-stress environment also harmful
Intraperitoneal Chemo Offers Lasting Benefit in Ovarian Cancer
Risk of death decreases by 12 percent for every IP chemotherapy cycle completed
AAFP Issues Comprehensive Breastfeeding Toolkit
Toolkit is comprehensive resource; includes HHS business case for employer support of breastfeeding
Prenatal Exposure to Pollutants May Affect Fetal Brain
Small study found higher risk of ADHD symptoms, other thinking and behavioral problems