Black children more likely to die from traumatic injury than white children
...h Groner and Hayes gathered data from Ohio 's four largest minority groups African American, Native American, Hispanic and Asian the latter three groups made up a very small portion of the trauma cases. "This study principally compares black and white children, as the other populations were too small to gi...Older adults with insomnia report falling asleep faster with ramelteon
...iary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, the largest pharmaceutical company in Japan. In the United States, Takeda currently markets oral diabetes and cholesterol-lowering treatments. Through the Takeda Global Research & Development Center, Inc., the company has a robust pipeline with compounds in dev...Melbourne trailblazer scoops medical research award
...ip, the Howard Florey Institute is now Australia's largest neuroscience institute, recognised internationally for its innovative research. His own research achievements are particularly impressive and he is respected nationally and internationally for his contributions to medical research, is the author of m...Substantial 15-year survival gains from standard breast cancer treatments
...lists' Collaborative Group coordinated the world's largest collaborative analysis of cancer trials, bringing ...es such as the UK or USA." She adds: "This is the largest analysis of randomised evidence ever done in any type of cancer. Because so many women in previous d...PENN researchers use robotic surgery
... completed two studies the most comprehensive and largest to date that demonstrate the effective use of the daVinci Surgical Robotic System to perform Trans-Oral Robotic Surgery (TORS) which greatly reduces surgical trauma for patients. Their initial findings will be presented Monday, May 16th at 11:45 a.m...New procedures more accurate in early diagnosis of GI cancers
...ed today at Digestive Disease Week 2005 (DDW), the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. "The most important factor in treating any major cancer or gastrointestinal disorder is early dete...Popular procedures evaluated for diagnostic accuracy and treatment effectiveness
... at Digestive Disease Week 2005 (DDW). DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians and researchers in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. "We continue to see promising new technologies in gastroenterology that are providing significant improvement...Study compares stomach acid control of three proton pump inhibitors in chronic NSAID users
... Disease Week Digestive Disease Week (DDW) is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. Jointly sponsored by the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD), the America...UCLA researchers find common gastrointestinal condition keeps patients up at night
... Disease Week Digestive Disease Week (DDW) is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. Jointly sponsored by the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD), the America...Anti-depressant use linked to increased GI bleeding
...ugs (NSAIDs, known as pain relievers). DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians, academics and researchers in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. Previous research has shown that use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRIs) may be asso...Study demonstrates longest reported survival rate for locally advanced lung cancer patients
...titute, the Southwest Oncology Group is one of the largest cancer clinical trials cooperative groups in the United States. Its network of nearly 4,000 physician-scientists practicing throughout the U.S. work together to prevent cancer and to improve cancer treatment for adults. About 120 clinical trials are ...UCLA study assesses cost-effectiveness of Hepatitis B drugs
...reater Los Angeles Healthcare System conducted the largest and most comprehensive study in comparing the cost-effectiveness of current modern drugs for treating hepatitis B -- a disease affecting 350 million worldwide. Published in the May 17 Annals of Internal Medicine, the study may help physicians worldwi...Obesity linked to colorectal and esophageal cancers
...nces of developing colorectal adenoma. DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. "Obesity is a rapidly growing epidemic in American society," said Christopher Gostout, M.D., of th...New methods offer alternatives for patients undergoing obesity surgery
... surgical options for this population. DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. "There has been a great deal of progress made in the development of safer, more effective obesity ...OTC treatments for reflux fail to match relief of prescriptions
...ent options prescribed by a physician. DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. "People often opt to take over-the-counter remedies for quick relief of acid reflux symptoms, ra...Statin use associated with reduced risk of pancreatic and esophageal cancers
...at Digestive Disease Week 2005 (DDW). DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. Statins are primarily used to lower LDL or "bad" cholesterol and to prevent heart attacks and ca...Biologic therapies for bowel disease show promise in clinical trials
...al remission and response in patients. DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. IBD currently affects more than a million Americans and leads to many millions of dollars in lost ...Aspirin use may protect against colon cancer recurrence, reduce risk of death
...cancer and intestinal polyps, the new study is the largest to demonstrate that aspirin had a potential treatment benefit in people who have been diagnosed with colon cancer. Charles Fuchs, MD, MPH, of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, is lead author on the report by researchers from the Cancer and ...Procedure setting, technique and cost are key for effective colorectal cancer screening
...efits of various screening procedures. DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. "Colorectal cancer screening is essential in the diagnosis and prevention of colon cancer, a commo...Smoking increases risk for liver, pancreatic and colorectal cancers
...g a woman's risk of colorectal cancer. DDW is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery. "The effects of smoking on the respiratory system are well known and well documented through resea...