Increase in Industry Payments to Oncologists Tied to Marketing of Checkpoint Inhibitors
The mean value of payments to oncologists increased over time, as did the percentage of oncologists accepting industry payments.
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Skin Autofluorescence in Prediction and Prevention of Diabetic Complications
Advanced glycation end products (AGE) are a factor in diabetic end-organ damage and several diabetic complications. Investigators studied whether measuring AGE with skin autofluorescence (SAF) could predict diabetic complications.
Obesity May Increase Risk for Early-Onset CRC
Investigators assessed the associations between body mass index and risk for early-onset colorectal neoplasia among younger adults.
Zydelig US Indications Withdrawn for Follicular Lymphoma, Small Lymphocytic Leukemia
Continued approval required further verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trials.
Intense Anti-VEGF Therapy May Increase Mortality Risk in Patients With DME
Patients who receive more frequent anti-VEGF injections for diabetic macular edema have a marginally higher death risk, research shows.
Atypical Posterior Stroke: Diagnosing Cause of Vertigo in Primary Care
A patient presenting with dizziness undergoes a thorough workup to identify a peripheral or central cause of vertigo.
Method Improves Risk Assessment for Lung Cancer Screening
The approach improved risk assessment compared with 2021 USPSTF screening criteria.
Consensus Statements Issued for Photoprotection for Skin of All Color
Consensus statements regarding sunscreen use and the associated risks from sun exposure have been developed by a panel of experts.
The Endocrine Society Calls to ‘Eradicate Racism’ in Endocrinology
According to a statement issued by The Endocrine Society, racial and ethnic disparities can impact endocrinology at the patient, professional, and clinical research levels, calling for a more aggressive, collaborative approach to address these issues.
Influenza Vaccination Cuts Risk of Critical Illness in Children
During a season predominated by 2 vaccine-mismatched viruses, vaccination was estimated to reduce the risk of life-threatening influenza illness by 75%.
Contact Lenses Affect Meibomian Gland Function
Contact lens wearers should undergo full meibomian gland evaluations, according to a literature review.
Trends That Will Transform Asthma Care in 2022
ACAAI Asthma Committee Chair Dr Jon Romeo predicts novel monoclonal antibodies and an emphasis on precision medicine could transform asthma care in 2022.
Pediatric Patients With Cardiovascular Disease Receive Multiple Off-Label Drugs
Researchers assessed the off-label use of cardiovascular medications in a home therapy setting for children with congenital or acquired heart disease.
Aesthetic Treatments for Post-Cancer Care
Cancer therapies have benefits beyond simple cosmetic repairs, with significant influence on patient outcomes that improve quality of life in many domains including physical, emotional, and social.
Maximum BMI Predicts Advanced Diabetic Complications Before T2D Onset
Investigators evaluated whether maximum body mass index before onset of type 2 diabetes could predict progressive diabetic retinopathy or diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Etiology Linked With Outcomes of Neovascular Glaucoma Treatment
Patients with an etiology of retinal vein occlusion have worse visual acuity 1 year after treatment with a drainage device than patients with proliferative diabetic retinopathy.
Metabolomic Analysis Can Detect Cancer Before Conventional Imaging
The method identified solid tumors in patients with nonspecific symptoms.
Sustained Remission Linked to Psychosocial Well-Being During Early Course of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Researchers assessed the effect of patients’ psychosocial characteristics on disease activity and remission during the early course of rheumatoid arthritis.
The Need to Simplify Lipoprotein(a) Testing Guidelines: Test Everyone
Dennis R. Leahy, MD, shares his POV on the value of making Lp(a) testing universal, not only to inform patients and their clinicians of the high CV risks, but to make way for potential treatments.
Sunburn Diagnosis More Prevalent in Obese Individuals
The relationship between obesity and sunburn diagnosed during a medical examination is examined.
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