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Breast arterial calcification, low bone mass predict CAD in women
Two commonly performed imaging tests may enhance risk prediction for coronary artery disease in women.
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Aggressive drainage regimen may promote spontaneous pleurodesis
The optimal regimen of drainage after an indwelling pleural catheter is placed is a subject of debate.
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Labor induction at 39 weeks reduced cesarean rate for low-risk, first-time mothers
The relative risk for poor perinatal outcome was no higher in the group who underwent induced labor than in those who received expectant...
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Weight gain linked to progression of fibrosis in NAFLD patients
Degree of weight change was associated with risk of fibrosis progression; those who lost weight reduced their risk.
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New guidance offered for managing poorly controlled asthma in children
A practical resource for starting or adjusting controller therapy in children with poorly-controlled asthma now is available.
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Psychological screening integration improves quality of care for children with abdominal pain
Screening of children with functional abdominal pain led to identification of anxiety and psychological referrals.
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MHPAEA lowers out-of-pocket spending for families of children with mental illnesses
But those with high mental health care costs saw no substantial improvement.
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Social media use linked to 10% increase in risk of new ADHD symptoms among teens
More research is needed to see if association is causal, researchers say.
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ACA coverage mandate leads to more insurance for young women, early gynecologic cancer diagnoses
“These insurance gains have huge impacts on people’s lives,” Dr. Smith stated.
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Older black patients die sooner after in-hospital cardiac arrest
Patient and hospital treatment factors accounted for less than a third of the difference.
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Opioid use of varying levels tied to physical, mental illnesses
As the intensity of opioid use increases, so does involvement in the criminal justice system, the study shows.
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Novel blood test that predicts gestational age, fetal development, could improve prenatal care
Researchers have created a test that may soon pave the way for a low-cost alternative to ultrasound for prenatal care in developing areas.