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Tools emerging to predict liver failure in cirrhosis
Systemic inflammation, with high levels of proteins, is one of the mechanisms that leads to organ failure.
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Many advanced countries missing targets for HCV elimination
“In the countries making progress, the common elements are political will, a clear national plan, and easing of restrictions on the cascade of...
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Many advanced countries missing targets for HCV elimination
“In the countries making progress, the common elements are political will, a clear national plan, and easing of restrictions on the cascade of...
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Repeat FIB-4 blood tests help predict cirrhosis
“Done repeatedly, this test can improve prediction capacity to identify who will develop cirrhosis of the liver later in life,” said Dr. Hannes...
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Fecal transplant shows promise in reducing alcohol craving
At day 15, significantly more men in the transplant group than in the placebo group experienced a reduction in alcohol cravings (90% vs. 30%).
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Pulmonary rehab reduces COPD readmissions
Rehabilitation was associated with a lower risk for readmission.
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Beyond PSA: New prostate cancer screening options
Two noninvasive tests are safer than biopsy and what is now thought of as unnecessary surgery.
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Smokers who are unmotivated to quit smoke more with e-cigarettes
“In our study, people vaping in addition to smoking actually started smoking more,” said study lead investigator Nancy Anoruo, MD.
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Inhaled nitric oxide explored for COVID-19 oxygenation
Off-label inhaled nitric oxide has never been used in an outpatient setting.
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Marijuana allergies on the rise
Smoking the plant can induce typical allergic responses; the ingestion of hemp seed has been known to induce anaphylaxis.