Trans, but Not Saturated, Fats Up All-Cause Mortality
Trans fats linked to all-cause mortality, total CHD, CHD mortality; no associations for saturated fats
Index Stratifies Risk for Advanced Colorectal Neoplasia
Authors suggest scoring system may allow tailoring of screening methods in those at average risk
Cholinesterase Inhibitors Pose Weight-Loss Risk
Findings in seniors given drugs for dementia versus those taking other meds
Study Compares Outcomes for Fresh, Cryopreserved Oocytes
IVF using cryopreserved donor oocytes linked to lower cancellation rates and live birth rates
Testosterone Doesn’t Spur Atherosclerosis in Older Men
No impact on rate of change of intima-media thickness, coronary artery calcium score
ER-Based Test Finds High Prevalence of Hepatitis C
Of those with confirmed positive result, 45 percent arranged follow-up appointments
Partial Reinforcement Strategy Feasible for Chronic Insomnia
Poorer sleep continuity noted for intermittent dosing with 10 mg zolpidem, three to five times/week
Universal 3rd-Trimester Syphilis Rescreening Not Cost-Effective
19-fold higher seroconversion incidence for universal rescreening to be cost-effective
Systemic Corticosteroid Therapy Can Improve Outcomes in CAP
Mortality, need for mechanical ventilation, hospital stay down in community-acquired pneumonia
Globe Injury Reported While Wearing Protective Eye Goggles
Case report describes motocross rider who suffered globe rupture despite wearing protective goggles
