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June 23, 2023
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Trial to take new look at minimally invasive vs. open surgery for early cervical cancer

Trial to take new look at minimally invasive vs. open surgery for early cervical cancer

Researchers at The Ohio State University have launched an international clinical trial that will compare minimally invasive robotic surgery with open surgery for women undergoing radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer.

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June 20, 2023
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Biopsychosocial model could improve quality of care for patients with sickle cell disease

Biopsychosocial model could improve quality of care for patients with sickle cell disease

Sickle cell disease is known to be associated with severe pain, but the current care model primarily focuses on acute vaso-occlusive pain.

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June 07, 2023
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AI for preprocedural TAVR modeling gains FDA clearance

AI for preprocedural TAVR modeling gains FDA clearance

Dasi Simulations announced it received FDA clearance for its artificial intelligence model for preprocedure transcatheter aortic valve replacement modeling.

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May 26, 2023
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Device to move esophagus may make catheter ablation for AF safer

Device to move esophagus may make catheter ablation for AF safer

A device to move the esophagus away from the catheter tip during ablation for atrial fibrillation reduced esophageal injury during procedures, according to the results of the EASY AF study presented at Heart Rhythm 2023.

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May 10, 2023
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Elevated BMI in adulthood may increase GI cancer risk, regardless of aspirin use

Elevated BMI in adulthood may increase GI cancer risk, regardless of aspirin use

Overweight and obese BMI during adulthood appeared associated with increased risk for colorectal cancer and noncolorectal gastrointestinal cancers, according to study results published in JAMA Network Open.

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May 03, 2023
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Anxiety, depression guideline for cancer survivors favors psychology over pharmacology

Anxiety, depression guideline for cancer survivors favors psychology over pharmacology

ASCO has updated its guidelines on the management of anxiety and depression for adult cancer survivors.

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April 13, 2023
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Juul to pay $462 million for its part in youth vaping epidemic

Juul to pay $462 million for its part in youth vaping epidemic

E-cigarette manufacturer Juul Labs must pay $462 million in the largest multistate agreement to date for the company that has been scrutinized for its advertisements and flavors that appeal to youth, according to a press release.

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April 06, 2023
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Financial toxicity worsens quality of life for partners of colorectal cancer survivors

Financial toxicity worsens quality of life for partners of colorectal cancer survivors

Partners of colorectal cancer survivors experienced long-term financial toxicity associated with worse health-related quality of life, according to results of a survey study published in JAMA Network Open.

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March 30, 2023
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Nasal gel dosed before cardiac surgery reduced S. aureus burden vs. placebo

Nasal gel dosed before cardiac surgery reduced <i>S. aureus</i> burden vs. placebo<i> </i>

A bactericidal nasal gel administered during the 24 hours before cardiac surgery reduced the burden of Staphylococcus aureus carriage vs. placebo with no adverse events or surgical site infections, researchers reported.

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March 23, 2023
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Comparing the 2021 KDIGO vs. 2017 ACC/AHA guidelines for hypertension

Comparing the 2021 KDIGO vs. 2017 ACC/AHA guidelines for hypertension

Chronic kidney disease occurs commonly in patients with hypertension and diabetes, and is also associated with acute kidney failure, intrinsic kidney disorders and family history of chronic kidney disease.

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