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Bicarbonate ions are required for cell growth in some cancers, according to a Northwestern Medicine study. Read more » |
Josh Levitsky, MD, MS, has been selected as president-elect of the American Society of Transplantation. Read more »
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In adult patients undergoing cancer treatment, weekly electronic symptom monitoring significantly improved quality of life, according to a recent study. Read more »
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Stas Fridland, a rising third-year medical student, investigated genetic differences in solid lung cancer tumors and clinical outcomes for his Area of Scholarly Concentration (AOSC) project. Read more »
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Designed to target AMPAR receptors in the brain, the medication — called perampanel — also modulates kainate receptors. Read more »
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Jhanvi Soni and her colleagues noticed that a new tracheostomy tube needed a higher-than-usual cuff pressure to maintain a seal. They gathered data and worked with the device manufacturer to address the issue and improve patient safety. Read more »
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