FDA Warns of Rare Cases of Certain Cancers Linked to Breast Implants
There have been fewer than 20 cases of squamous cell carcinoma and fewer than 30 cases of various lymphomas reported in the capsule around breast implants.
Surgery
Clinical Challenge: Generalized Epigastric Pain and Syncope
A woman in her mid-50s presents to the emergency department with a history of nonradiating epigastric pain that began 36 hours ago. The patient notes that the pain has become more generalized. Can you make the diagnosis?
Appendectomy vs Antibiotics: Which Is Best for Acute Appendicitis?
Is appendectomy for uncomplicated acute appendicitis in adult patients necessary or are antibiotics enough?
Removing Small, Asymptomatic Kidney Stones Beneficial
Risk for relapse lower with removal of small, asymptomatic, secondary kidney stones during endoscopic removal of primary stone
Robotic Surgery Offers Benefits for Total Hip Arthroplasty
Lower risk for dislocation, revisions seen vs manual arthroplasty.
High Instance of Medication Discontinuation Up to 5 Years After Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
Investigators compared rates of diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia medication discontinuation in patients who underwent gastric bypass vs sleeve gastrectomy.
Nonopioid Regimen Controls Postoperative Pain in Knee, Shoulder Surgery
Multimodal nonopioid regimen of NSAIDs and muscle relaxants provides similar or better pain control than opioids in ACL and rotator cuff surgeries.
Top November & December 2021 FDA Approvals
November and December 2021 FDA drug approvals include treatments for hepatitis B, achondroplasia, cancer, and polycythemia vera.
Surgery Plus Chemo Better for Treating Relapsed Ovarian Cancer
Overall survival longer with secondary cytoreductive surgery followed by platinum-based chemotherapy vs chemotherapy alone.
FDA Adds Patient Checklist to New Safety Guidelines for Breast Implants
The FDA issued orders that restrict the sale and distribution of breast implants to ensure that patients are informed about the risks associated with receiving breast implants.
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