CHADS2 Best Predictor of Postoperative Mortality Risk
The atrial fibrillation risk score also improves post-surgery stroke prediction
Irreversible Electroporation Promising in Pancreatic Cancer
Study found procedure improved survival for people with stage III disease
D.C. Needle-Exchange Program Curbed HIV Spread
Effort also saved $44 million in potential disease treatment costs over two years
Suggested Response Provided for In-Flight Medical Emergencies
Article offers tips for physicians providing emergency in-flight medical care
Birth Asphyxia Tied to Fewer Than 10% of Cerebral Palsy Cases
Review suggests that causes other than asphyxia account for most cases in infants born at, near term
E-Cigarette Use Cuts Tobacco Smoke Toxicant Exposure
Decrease in toxicant exposure for those who quit smoking and for dual users
Scope of Lymphadenectomy Not Tied to Esophageal CA Survival
Extent of lymphadenectomy during surgery for esophageal cancer doesn't influence 5-year survival
Histologic Regression Tied to Lower Odds of SLN Positivity
For patients with melanoma, regression linked to lower likelihood of sentinel lymph node positivity
Review Explores Postpartum Weight-Loss Strategies
Greater weight loss with self-monitoring interventions, those that combine diet and exercise
PCOS Linked to Increased Risk of Preterm Delivery for Twins
Risk particularly increased for spontaneous preterm delivery, very preterm birth
