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IBD classification needs an upgrade
A new review article spelled out shortcomings and proposed improvements in the current clinical classification of IBD.
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IBD classification needs an upgrade
A new review article spelled out shortcomings and proposed improvements in the current clinical classification of IBD.
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Screen time in first year may raise autism risk at age 3
Large cohort study supports the need for guidance on screen time for children before one year of age.
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Men with hypersexual disorder may have oxytocin overload
Cognitive-behavioral therapy reduced both oxytocin levels and hypersexual behavior.
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Pandemic pushed death rates to historic highs
Historical data may help support preparation for future pandemics.
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Marijuana use during pregnancy raised risk of adverse neonatal outcomes
Newborns of women who used marijuana while pregnant were at greater risk for preterm birth, decreased birth weight, and NICU admission.
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Steroid-free remission doesn’t decrease risk of Crohn’s disease progression
Similarity in progression-free survival suggests need for greater flexibility in identifying therapeutic goals.
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Radiologist fatigue affects breast imaging interpretation
The impact of time and experience on overall patient recall and false-positive rates has not been well-studied.
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Intensive weight loss fails to help women with obesity and infertility
Evidence from a randomized trial did not support weight loss as a factor in the increasing live births.
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Severe outcomes increased in youth hospitalized after positive COVID-19 test
Older age, underlying illness, and symptom duration were associated with increased risk of severe outcomes.
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Mental health problems in kids linked with school closures
A review of data from February to July 2020 showed increased signs of distress, especially depression and anxiety.
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Antibiotics used in newborns despite low risk for sepsis
A large cohort study showed little difference in antibiotic use for newborns with and without low-risk delivery characteristics.
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ACP advocates outpatient treatment of uncomplicated diverticulitis
New guidelines also support referrals for colonoscopy in cases of complicated diverticulitis.