Vaginal Brachytherapy Cuts Mortality in Early Uterine Cancer
Reduction in mortality for stage IA and IB disease; radiotherapy underused in this population
Interferon-Free, Tailored Tx Beneficial in HCV-Associated MC
Guideline-tailored therapy highly effective, safe for hepatitis C virus-associated mixed cryoglobulinemia
OCT1, SERT Genes Play Role in Metformin Intolerance
Intolerance up with low-expressing SERT S* alleles; multiplicative interaction for OCT1, SERT genotypes
DAPT Use Variable in Patients With A-Fib at Risk of Stroke
Dual antiplatelet therapy used in variable manner; most patients remain on study drug after PCI
Taking Acetaminophen While Pregnant May Raise Risk of ADHD
But only association found, and researchers say women should still take the painkiller if needed
One-Third of Patients Don’t Retain Important Warfarin Info
There is further drop off in information retention six weeks after initial counseling
Grapefruit-Midazolam Interaction Varies With Juice Characteristics
Grapefruit juice-drug interaction varies based on amount of furanocoumarin constituents in juice
Topical Iodine Can Cause Overestimation of Blood Glucose
Case report: 28-year-old pregnant woman with variable glucometer readings after topical iodine use
Greater Drop in Hemoglobin A1c With Empagliflozin + Metformin
Greater reductions in HbA1c, weight compared to empagliflozin or metformin alone
Long-Term Benefit Seen for Early Treatment of MS Symptoms
Industry-funded study also found therapy doubled time until a relapse occurred
