| Date | Subject |
| 02/08/2010 | |
| Carisoprodol Relieves Acute Lower Back Spasm, Pain: Presented at AAPM |
| Hypertension May Predict Dementia in Older Adults With Certain Cognitive Deficits |
| Hypofractionated Radiotherapy Can Result in Better Quality of Life for Patients With Breast Cancer |
| Latrepirdine May Have Beneficial Effects in Patients With Huntington’s Disease |
| New Tool Can Determine Need for CT Scans in Children With Minor Head Injury |
| Rosuvastatin Approved for US Adults With No Clinically Evident Cardiovascular Disease |
| Tanezumab Reduces Pain in a Variety of Chronic Pain Conditions: Presented at AAPM |
| Tapentadol Extended Release Effective, Safe for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: Presented at AAPM |
| 02/05/2010 | |
| Fentanyl Buccal Bests Immediate-Release Oxycodone for Breakthrough Pain Relief: Presented at AAPM |
| Milnacipran Alleviates Multiple Symptoms of Fibromyalgia: Presented at AAPM |
| Topical Diclofenac Effective for Elderly and Younger Patients With Hand Osteoarthritis: Presented at AAPM |
| 02/04/2010 | |
| AAOS Issues New Clinical Practice Guidelines for Treating Distal Radius Fractures |
| Benefits of Inhaled Corticosteroids for COPD May Be Overstated |
| Closed-Loop Insulin Delivery System Can Improve Glucose Control in Young Patients With Type 1 Diabetes |
| Measuring Fetal Adrenal Gland vs Cervical Length Better Predicts Preterm Birth |
| Pazopanib Shows Promising Results for Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma |
| Researchers Identify Maternal, Fetal Genes That Increase Preterm Birth Risk |
| Surgery for Mild Gallstone Pancreatitis Can Be Safely Performed Within 48 Hours of Admission |
| Sutures Cause Fewer Complications Than Staples With Cesarean Deliveries |
| Waiting for Birth, Inducing Equally Effective for Women With Intrauterine Growth Restriction |
| 02/03/2010 | |
| Antimicrobial Treatment for Buruli Ulcer Is Effective In Early, Limited Disease |
| Blood Test Could Identify Severity of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis |
| Extended-Release Trazodone Approved in US for Major Depressive Disorder |
| Silodosin Approved in Europe for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia |
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| 02/02/2010 | |
| Findings Suggest Single Ultrasound Sufficient for Detecting DVT in Some Patients |
| High Levels of Proteinuria, eGFR May Increase Risk of Death, Kidney Failure |
| Lower Levels of Serotonin in Brain Tissue Associated With SIDS |
| Study Finds No Evidence to Support Restriction of Fluids, Food for Women During Labour |
| Study Shows Many Physicians Not Using Established Criteria to Diagnose Depression |
| 02/01/2010 | |
| Benefits Outweigh Risks Associated With Newborn Screening for Disorder |
| Escitalopram May Improve Cognitive Function After Stroke |
| FDA Approves Lapatinib/Letrozole for Hormone-Positive, HER2-Positive Advanced Breast Cancer |
| FDA Approves Once-Daily Lamotrigine XR for Primary Generalised Tonic-Clonic Seizures |
| Gadolinium-Enhanced MRI Improves Detection of Lymph Nodes Metastases |
| Genetic Mutations Associated With Suicide Risk Among Patients With Depression |
| Memory Loss Associated With Higher Risk for Stroke |
| Metformin May Help Decrease BMI in Obese Adolescents |
| Study Finds Reduced Brain Gray Matter in Patients With Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnoea |
| 01/29/2010 | |
| Biomarker Could Help Doctors Tailor Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis |
| 01/28/2010 | |
| Immune Cell Levels Predict Skin Cancer Risk in Kidney Transplant Patients |
| New Method Improves Eating Skills, Nutritional Status of Patients With Dementia |
| Not Sedating Critically Ill Patients Reduces Days on Mechanical Ventilation, Less Time in ICU |
| Number of Evaluated N1 Nodes Impacts Survival in NSCLC: Presented at STS |
| Oropharyngeal Dysphagia Common, Increases Mortality After Lung Transplantation: Presented at STS |
| Severe Complications of Diabetes Higher in Patients With Major Depression |
| Silent Strokes Linked to Kidney Failure in Patients With Diabetes |
| Study Confirms Elevated Cytokine Levels Are Early Indicator of Rheumatoid Arthritis |
| Trastuzumab Improves Event-Free Survival in HER2-Positive Locally Advanced or Inflammatory Breast Cancer |
| Ulipristal Acetate Is Alternative Choice to Levonorgestrel for Emergency Contraception |
| Valve Replacement Safe for Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease on Dialysis: Presented at STS |
| 01/27/2010 | |
| Educational Intervention Can Reduce CT Scans, Radiation Exposure in the ER |
| Mechanical Valves Preferable for Tricuspid Valve Replacement: Presented at STS |
| Minimally Invasive Techniques Achieve Excellent Outcomes in Patients With Mitral Valve Regurgitation: Presented at STS |
| On-Pump CABG Should Be Avoided in Patients With Liver Cirrhosis: Presented at STS |
| Pneumonectomy Raises Lung Resection Mortality Risk: Presented at STS |
| Second Arterial Conduit Improves Survival After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: Presented at STS |
| Selective Antegrade Cerebral Perfusion Under Moderate Hypothermia Safe for Aorta Repair: Presented at STS |
| Transient Elastography Accurate for Excluding Advanced Fibrosis in NAFLD |
| 01/26/2010 | |
| AAN Guideline Evaluates Treatments for Children With Cerebral Palsy |
| Aortic Dissection Rare but Lethal Complication of Cardiac Surgery: Presented at STS |
| Catheter Ablation Best for Patients With Atrial Fibrillation Than Drug Therapy |
| Childhood Obesity Alone May Increase Risk of Later Cardiovascular Disease |
| CT Colonography Effective for Colorectal Cancer Screening in Older Patients |
| CT Colonography Effective for Colorectal Cancer Screening in Older Patients |
| FDA Approves Once-Daily Liraglutide Injection for Type 2 Diabetes |
| Intensive Glucose Control for Diabetes Can Lead to Hypoglycaemia and Increase Mortality Risk |
| Intensive Insulin Therapy Does Not Benefit Patients With Septic Shock Treated With Corticosteroids |
| Preoperative CT Useful for Younger Women With Suspected Appendicitis |
| US Task Force Recommends Obesity Screening for Children, Adolescents |
| 01/25/2010 | |
| Abatacept in Combination With Methotrexate Approved in EU for Polyarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis |
| Formation of Panitumumab Antibodies Rare, No Impact on Efficacy: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| Intensive Treatment Strategy Shows Promising Results for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer |
| Intermittent Chemotherapy Remains a Good Option of Care for Patients With Advanced Colorectal Cancer: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| Iron Therapy Reduces Hospital Stay in Colorectal Cancer Surgery Patients: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| KRAS Status Influences Outcomes in Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Treated With Panitumumab: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| New Tools and Systems Can Help Primary Care Clinicians Manage Obesity |
| Oral Capecitabine Noninferior to Intravenous 5-Fluorouracil in Gastric, Colorectal Cancer: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| Physical Activity Associated With Healthier Aging, Mentally and Physically |
| Sunitinib Extends Progression-Free Survival in Patients With Neuroendocrine Tumours of the Pancreas: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| Thalidomide-Based Therapy Prevents Weight Loss in Patients With Advanced GI Cancer: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| 01/24/2010 | |
| FDA Approves Dalfampridine to Improve Walking in Adults With MS |
| IPI-504 Fails to Improve Outcomes for Patients With GIST Refractory to TKIs: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| Older Patients With Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer Benefit From Chemotherapy: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| 01/23/2010 | |
| Physicians Encouraged to Screen Women for Depression During, After Pregnancy |
| 01/22/2010 | |
| Addition of Docetaxel Improves Outcomes in Patients With Advanced Oesophageal Cancer: Presented at ASCO-GI |
| Degree of Obesity Raises Risk of Stroke, Regardless Of Gender, Race |
| European Medicines Agency Recommends Suspension of Sibutramine |
| Low Vitamin D Levels Associated With Greater Risk of Relapse in Childhood-Onset Multiple Sclerosis |
| Measuring Levels of Procalcitonin Can Reduce Unnecessary Antibiotic Use in ICU |
| Study Examines Factors Improving Survival in Children With Congenital Anomalies |
| 01/21/2010 | |
| Acyclovir Does Not Reduce Risk of HIV transmission, Study Finds |
| Adverse Reactions From Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents Rarely Occur, Study Suggests |
| COPD Limits Heart Function, Even When Mild |
| Digital Mammography Delivers Significantly Less Radiation Than Conventional Mammography |
| FDA’s Safety Review of Sibutramine Warrants New Contraindication Label |
| FDA Approves Left Ventricular Assist System for Severe Heart Failure Patients |
| Ultrasound Plus Proteomic Blood Analyses May Help Diagnose Early-Stage Ovarian Cancer |
| 01/20/2010 | |
| Adalimumab Approved in Japan for Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis |
| 01/19/2010 | |
| Combination Therapy May Be Effective Against Some Non-Small Cell Lung Cancers |
| Society of Interventional Radiology Supports Vertebroplasty, Patient Selection Key |
| 01/18/2010 | |
| Cochlear Implants Associated With Improved Voice Control Over Time in Children Who Are Deaf |
| Complications Common, Often Linked to Trauma in Children Receiving Cochlear Implants |
| Computerised Model Estimates Risks and Benefits of Bariatric Surgery for Severely Obese |
| HPV Testing Prevents More Invasive Cervical Cancers Than Cytology |
| Synthetic, Dissolving Plates Ease Repairs of Nasal Septum Defects |
| 01/15/2010 | |
| C-Sections Performed Without Medical Indication Increases Risk of Maternal Mortality |
| FDA Update on H1N1 Vaccine Safety |
| Study Examines Benefits, Risks of Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation for Advanced Breast Cancer |
| 01/14/2010 | |
| Cognitively Impaired Elderly Women Receiving Unneeded Screening Mammography |
| FDA Finds No Increased Risk of MI, Stroke With Use of Tiotropium Bromide Inhalation Powder |
| Health Canada Approves Budesonide/Formoterol Dry Powder Inhaler for COPD |
| Longer Breastfeeding Best for HIV-Positive Mothers, Children |
| Obstructive Sleep Apnoea May Worsen Diabetes |
| Researchers Suggest Adjusting Doses of Antibiotics According to Bodyweight |
| 01/13/2010 | |
| Angiotensin Receptor Blockers Associated With Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease |
| Erlotinib Dosing in Lung Cancer Depends on Smoking Status |
| FDA Approves Plasma Replacement Therapy for von Willebrand Disease |
| Novel Growth Pattern Classification Predictive of Outcome in NSCLC |
| Prevalence of High BMI Among Children, Adolescents Remains Steady |
| Prevalence of Obesity Among US Adults Still High, But Rates May Be Slowing |
| Study Identifies Gene Mutations in Patients With Becker Muscular Dystrophy |
| Ticagrelor Superior to Clopidogrel for Management of Patients With ACS Undergoing PCI |
| 01/12/2010 | |
| Gene Variation Associated With Lower Risk of Dementia, Alzheimer Disease |
| Hypertension Linked to Dementia in Older Women |
| Monitoring of High-Risk Medications Unchanged Despite FDA Warnings |
| Newer Treatment for Achilles Tendon Disorder Does Not Appear to be Effective |
| Obesity Associated With Increased Risk of Developing Clear-Cell Renal Cancer |
| Researchers Identify, Define Dopamine Agonist Withdrawal Syndrome |
| Switching HIV-Infected Patients to Raltegravir Improves Lipids, But With Lower Virological Control |
| 01/11/2010 | |
| Bifocals May Slow Progression of Myopia in Children |
| Exercise Associated With Preventing, Improving Mild Cognitive Impairment |
| FDA Approves Tocilizumab for Rheumatoid Arthritis |
| Many Nursing Home Residents Receiving Antipsychotics, No Clinical Indication for Therapy |
| PET-CT Helps Detect Underlying Cancers in Patients With Neurologic Symptoms |
| PET Imaging Can Differentiate Different Forms of Parkinsonism |
| Race, Obesity Affect Outcomes Among Diabetics Following Prostatectomy |
| 01/08/2010 | |
| Critical Illness From H1N1 Virus in Children Unpredictable, But Survivable |
| Healthy Older Adults With Subjective Memory Loss May Be at Increased Risk for MCI, Dementia |
| 01/07/2010 | |
| Abnormal Blood Calcium Levels Deadly for Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease |
| Everolimus-Eluting Stent Better Than Paclitaxel-Eluting Stent in Unselected Patients |
| Glucose Self-Monitoring Has Little Benefit for Non-Insulin-Dependent Type 2 Diabetics |
| Paediatric Cancer Survivors at Risk for Diseases That Predispose Them to Heart Disease |
| Study Examines Interval Colorectal Cancer Despite Surveillance Colonoscopy |
| Study Finds Increased Presence, Severity of Coronary Artery Plaques in HIV-Positive Men |
| Updated Guidelines for Childhood Vaccinations |
| 01/06/2010 | |
| Diffusion Tensor Imaging Better Detects Earliest Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease |
| Immune Responses to Tetanus Vaccine Unchanged for Patients With RA on Rituximab |
| Influenza Vaccine Ineffective for RA Patients During First 6 Months of Rituximab Treatment |
| Oral Misoprostol Effective Alternative to Intravenous Oxytocin to Stop Post-Birth Bleeding |
| Tiotropium Associated With Reduced All-Cause Mortality in Patients With COPD |
| 01/05/2010 | |
| Analysis Suggests That Antidepressants Provide Little Benefit to Those With Mild Depression |
| Health Canada Approves Imiquimod Cream for Actinic Keratosis |
| Ipratropium Bromide May Increase Risk for Cardiovascular Events |
| Liver Stiffness Measurements Identify Patients With Rapid or Slow Fibrosis |
| Postmenopausal Women With HIV at High Risk for Accelerated Bone Loss, Fracture |
| Sexual Function Does Not Continuously Decline After Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer |
| Strength Training, Self-Management Improve Outcomes for Knee Osteoarthritis |
| 01/04/2010 | |
| Catheter Ablation Prior to Defibrillator Shock Reduces Risk of Ventricular Tachycardia Recurrence |
| Childhood Metabolic Measurements May Predict Diabetes Development Years Later |
| Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Improves Quality of Life in Patients With Chronic Sinusitis |
| Head-to-Head Studies Identify Best Treatment Regimen for Hepatitis C |
| Metabolic Risks Remain Largely Unmonitored in Medicaid Patients Taking Antipsychotics |
| Radiofrequency Ablation Safe, Effective for Reducing Pain From Bone Metastases |
| Refusing Varicella Vaccine Associated With Increased Risk of Disease |
| Study Links Restless Leg Syndrome With Erectile Dysfunction in Older Men |
| 12/30/2009 | |
| Fewer Left-Sided Colorectal Tumours Observed After Colonoscopies |
| Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation Not Recommended for Chronic Low-Back Pain |
| 12/29/2009 | |
| Physiologic Factors Linked to Image Quality of MDCT Scans |
| Telemedicine for ICU Patients Does Not Improve Survival, Reduce Hospital Stay |
| 12/24/2009 | |
