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Risk index for colorectal cancer may improve screening value, study finds
It may be possible to effectively screen those at very low or low risk with strategies other than colonoscopy, such as sigmoidoscopy every 5 years, annual fecal immunochemical testing, both strategies combined, or another less invasive strategy.
Weight loss, improvement in comorbid conditions after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy appear to decline with time, study finds
In patients who underwent bariatric surgery with laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, the percentage of excess weight loss decreased over time, as did remission rates for type 2 diabetes, although these variables did improve in the short term.
MKSAP Quiz: intensely pruritic rash on eyelids
A 27-year-old woman is evaluated for a 1-week history of an intensely pruritic rash on her eyelids. She applied a new brand of eye makeup just prior to the onset of the rash. She immediately discontinued its use and has been applying a moisturizing lotion to both eyelids since then without improvement in her symptoms. Following a physical exam, what 2-week course of medicine is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?
Trial of apixaban with single and combination antiplatelet therapy in ACS stopped early due to observed increase in major bleeding events
Full-dose anticoagulation, in combination with antiplatelet therapy of any kind in patients with acute coronary syndrome, results in substantial bleeding without any clear additional benefit and should only be considered when required for another condition.
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The course uses cadavers, live models, simulations, and lectures to provide a comprehensive look at how ultrasound can effectively be used in point-of-care and critical care settings.
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