Tag: Screening
CKAP4 Is Novel Serodiagnostic Marker for Lung Cancer
Serum CKAP4 levels of lung cancer patients significantly higher than those of healthy controls
Screening Blood Donations for Zika Virus Is Costly, Low Yield
Nine donations were confirmed positive; six of these had travelled to ZIKV-active areas
USPSTF: Decision to Undergo PSA Screening Should Be Individual
C recommendation for men aged 55 to 69 years; USPSTF recommends against screening for age 70+
USPSTF Urges Abuse Screening for Reproductive-Aged Women
Evidence lacking for assessing balance of benefits, harms of screening for abuse of seniors, vulnerable
Age- and Weight-Based Screening Identifies Half With Prediabetes
Expanded screening criteria based on risk factors improve detection for minorities
Cancer Screening More Likely After a Previous False Positive
Findings for both men and women with a false-positive prostate or breast cancer test result
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Cuts CRC Incidence, Mortality in Men
Absolute risks for colorectal cancer, CRC death not reduced for screening group vs. controls in women
FDA Approves AI Device to Detect Diabetic Retinopathy
FDA permits marketing of novel artificial intelligence technology that can be used in primary care office
Few Indoor Tanners Have Been Screened for Skin Cancer
Correlates of screening include older age, family history of melanoma or skin cancer, high SPF sunscreen use
Simple Lung Function Tests in Primary Care Help ID Early COPD
Peak flow meter, microspirometry are optimal, with full spirometry for positive results
