The staging of clinically negative axilla and the use of PET/CT are among the most important changes to the NCCN breast cancer guidelines. Medscape Medical News
Researchers have discovered a significant association between advanced age-related macular degeneration and a variant in the hepatic lipase gene. Medscape Medical News
A new study of more than 32,000 patients receiving dialysis suggests that both mortality and morbidity from a variety of causes increase on the day after longer intervals between dialysis sessions. Medscape Medical News
The preliminary results are promising and have implications for treating multiple sclerosis as well as a range of inflammatory illnesses. Medscape Medical News
Results from a small study suggest prolonged exposure therapy may benefit older veterans suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder. Medscape Medical News
CPTA is the most reliable test for diagnosis of pulmonary embolism. However, diagnostic algorithms using V/Q scanning are safe and may be preferred in some patient populations. Current Opinion in Pulmonary Medicine
