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AUA: E-Cigarettes Can Also Cause DNA Damage to Bladder Mucosa
'Vaping' could lead to cancerous changes in urothelial cells, research indicates
ARVO: Latanoprost Halts Myopia Progression in Animal Study
Latanoprost effective for lowering IOP, slowing myopia progression in myopia model
ARVO: Conformers Can Stimulate Socket Expansion in MICA
3D printed conformers can be used for children with severe microphthalmia/anophthalmia
Weekend Admissions for PCI Tied to Higher In-Hospital Mortality
Though low overall, the odds of dying double if procedure is done on Saturday or Sunday
Prodromal Intervention Effective for Infants at Risk of Autism
'At-risk' infants do better if therapists train parents to communicate more effectively
DDW: Bariatric Balloon Capsule Shows Promise for Weight Loss
New capsule requires no endoscope; balloon is deflated, then excreted naturally
Movies Can Replace Anesthesia for Children Receiving Radiation
Videos promote relaxation and stillness without medication, researchers say
ARVO: Dichoptic Augmented-Reality Treats Adult Amblyopia
After six-week contrast-rebalance AR training the stereopsis of all 15 patients was reestablished
DDW: Autonomously-Controlled ‘Capsule Robot’ Can Explore Colon
Tiny, magnet-guided device might someday replace colonoscopy, researchers say
PAS: ER Visits for Colorado Teens Up After Marijuana Legalization
Number of urgent care cases where teen showed marijuana use rose four-fold after legalization