New Multimorbidity Score Better Than Charlson Comorbidity Index?
The Cambridge Multimorbidity Score outperformed the currently used Charlson Comorbidity Index, a study found. Medscape Medical News …read more
Gestational Diabetes: The Treatment Controversy Rages On
Data are still lacking to firmly prioritize the most commonly used drugs, says an expert. Medscape Medical News …read more
Screening Mammograms: Is AI Better Than a Radiologist?
At first, AI wasn’t living up to its promise in the detection of breast cancer, but where are we now? Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Gut Microbiome Is Less Diverse in Obese Teens With PCOS
Obese teens with PCOS had an altered gut microbiome, with decreased diversity and increased “unhealthy” bacteria compared to obese teens without PCOS; higher testosterone was linked to unhealthy bacteria. Medscape Medical News …read more
Call for FDA to Pull Preterm Birth Drug Divides Docs, Insurers
The FDA concluded that Makena is not effective in preventing preterm birth. A 2003 study showed efficacy, but a later, larger trial failed to do so. Now, there’s a debate in the healthcare community. Kaiser Health News …read more
Wuhan Virus: What Clinicians Need to Know
Ask patients who appear to have the flu if they, or someone they have been in contact with, recently returned from China. If so, specimens should be sent to the local health department. Medscape Medical News …read more
Ultrasensitive Test Better Predicts Final Menstrual Period
An ultrasensitive AMH blood test predicts final menstrual period to within 1 to 2 years, which is more accurate than current methods; expert notes results do not apply to women younger than 42 years. Medscape Medical News …read more
Urine Collection Cups to Get Red-Carpet Treatment at Oscars
Hollywood bigwigs are going to receive a urine collection device at the Academy Awards. But physicians think the device needs more research prior to widespread adoption. Medscape Medical News …read more
As Home Genetic Tests Flood Market, Are Physicians Being Left Behind?
Direct-to-consumer genetic testing has made it more accessible to patients. Drs Kathy Miller and Susan Domchek discuss the implications involved with this testing for patients and physicians. Medscape Oncology …read more
Pregnancy Loss Can Lead to Postraumatic Stress
Miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy can lead to anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress that improve but can remain significant at 9 months. Medscape Medical News …read more