Aromatherapy Reduces Catheter Insertion Pain
Rose oil aromatherapy and hand-holding reduced pain during peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) insertion
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Wearable Technologies Improve QOL
Researchers explored the use of wearable devices among patients with cancer, particularly for rehabilitation, treatment monitoring, and prognostication.
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Nodal Masses on CT May Indicate Castleman Disease
Hypervascular nodal masses on CT with prominence and infiltration of perinodal fat can indicate Castleman disease, but tissue samples are still needed.
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AI Improves MASH Diagnosis
Researchers developed machine learning algorithms that used clinical data and blood parameters to predict metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis.
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Burning Mouth Underreported
Burning mouth is often underreported but should not be overlooked, as it can indicate early cancer symptoms or treatment side effects.
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PNH Clones Useful in Making Diagnosis of Aplastic Anemia
Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria clones are strongly indicative of aplastic anemia and can help rule out inherited bone marrow failure syndromes.
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Uptick in STIs Seen After Initiation of PrEP
Increases in rates of gonorrhea and chlamydia following the initiation of PrEP underscores the need for more comprehensive STI testing among PrEP users.
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PrEP Use Varies Among Asian MSM
Among Asian MSM, use of pre-exposure prophylaxis varied based on region of birth and risk for HIV.
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One-Time IV Antibiotics Costly and Not Beneficial
One-time doses of IV antibiotics raised the cost of care and length of ED stay while imparting no significant benefits over oral antibiotics.
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Useful Tools for Substance Use Screening in EDs
Researchers identified screening tools with high sensitivity and simplicity for detecting harmful substance use in the emergency department.
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“Data to Care” Model Improves Re-Engagement in HIV Care
A “data to care” model that included a disease intervention specialist improved re-engagement in HIV care at 90 days compared with the standard of care.
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Metabolic Health Impacts Liver Fibrosis in Patients With HIV
Weight gain, patient sex, and the presence of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease all influence fibrosis transitions in those with HIV.
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Uric Acid to HDL Ratio Useful for Diagnosing Metabolic Syndrome
Recent findings suggested that uric acid to HDL ratio is an effective measure for metabolic syndrome predictions in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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Population Risk Tool Effectively Predicts Type 2 Diabetes
Researchers used NHIS data to externally validate a 10-year population risk model for type 2 diabetes in the United States.
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Neoadjuvant Chemohormonal Therapy Aids Locally Advanced Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer survival rates were higher with neoadjuvant chemohormonal therapy than neoadjuvant hormonal therapy.
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Psoriasis Biologics Safe in Patients With Cancer
A recent real-world study showed that biologics for psoriasis were safe and effective in patients with various cancers.
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Probiotic Supplements Show Promise in Treating Psoriasis
Probiotic supplements have improved PASI and DLQI scores, underscoring their potential as a complementary therapy alongside psoriasis biologics.
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CKD Progression Risk Increases With Higher Levels of Albuminuria
Patients with chronic kidney disease experience a greater risk for disease progression with increasing levels of albuminuria.
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Leukocyte Glucose Index, Fistula Failure Linked in ESKD
A high preoperative leukocyte glucose index is associated with arteriovenous fistula failure among patients with end-stage kidney disease.
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Disability Status Impacts Postoperative Outcomes
Patients with disabilities had higher readmission rates and postoperative complications compared with those without disabilities.
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