Boston University School Of Medicine
Cardio-kidney-metabolic syndrome may accelerate CVD risk by up to 28 years
CHICAGO — Elevated risk for heart disease may arrive up to 28 years sooner for individuals with average risk factors plus diabetes and kidney disease vs. those without cardio-kidney-metabolic disease, a speaker reported.
Obstructive sleep apnea may be associated with complications after TJA
Published results showed obstructive sleep apnea had a significant association with overall complications, as well as pulmonary and thromboembolic complications, among patients after total joint arthroplasty.
EDC exposures for reproductive-aged women tied to socioeconomic status
BOSTON — Pregnant and reproductive-aged women have had recent declines in exposure to most endocrine-disrupting chemicals, though women with a lower socioeconomic status are exposed to higher chemical levels, according to a speaker.
New benchmark standards reveal high level of gallbladder cancer surgery complications
One-fifth of patients who underwent gallbladder cancer surgery at top-performing centers experienced related complications within 90 days, according to results of a retrospective study published in Annals of Surgical Oncology.
Q&A: Uncovering research opportunities for health disparities in lung nodule management
Lung nodule evaluations are crucial when working proactively against lung cancer, but some patients face disparities in managing them, according to a research statement published in American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care.
Intimate partner violence integration strategy supports women who 'suffer in silence'
An implementation facilitation strategy improved intimate partner violence screening rates in primary care clinics and increased the use of post-screening psychosocial services, providing critical support to vulnerable patients, data show.
Volatile organic compounds in e-cigarettes tied to changes vascular function, health
CHICAGO — Volatile organic compounds that are found in combustible cigarette and e-cigarettes were linked with acute changes in vascular function, according to a study presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions.
Extreme heat may increase rates of mental health ED visits
Extreme heat exposure appeared linked to higher rates of mental health-related ED visits, according to results of a case-crossover study published in JAMA Psychiatry.
Researchers regard 24-hour proteinuria collection best for amyloid light chain amyloidosis
Risk stratification, molecular testing among recent advances in thyroid cancer treatment
During the past 2 decades, Endocrine Today has reported on the latest developments in treating thyroid cancer. For its 20th year, the publication is taking a look back.