Cancer Screening Plunged Sharply Early in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Investigators found the biggest declines in prostate, breast, and colorectal cancer screening rates among individuals in the Northeast US and those of higher socioeconomic status.
Epidemiology
Vast Majority of Men With Early-Stage Prostate Cancer Die From Other Causes
About 83% of deaths among men with local or regional prostate cancer are due to other causes, according to a large population-based study.
Women Are at Lower Risk for CKD Progression Than Men
A Swedish study of patients with moderate to severe chronic kidney disease found that women were less likely than men to experience disease progression and to die from any cause or cardiovascular causes.
Radiation for Abdominal, Pelvic Cancers Ups Secondary Sarcoma Risk
Compared with patients who undergo surgery alone for abdominal or pelvic cancers, those who receive radiation and chemotherapy are at elevated risk for secondary sarcomas.
Prescription Analgesic Use High in the Elderly CKD Population
Older patients with CKD may be especially at risk for suboptimal pain control and inappropriate use of opioids and prescription NSAIDs, according to study investigators.
Death More Common Than Kidney Failure Among Older Patients With Severe CKD
The risk of death is much higher than that of kidney failure among patients with stage 4 chronic kidney disease who are aged 75 years or older.
Hyponatremia in COVID-19 Cases Ups In-Hospital Mortality
Each level of worsening hyponatremia among patients hospitalized with COVID-19 was significantly associated with 43% increased odds of dying in the hospital, a study found.
Peritoneal Dialysis-Associated Infection Rates Vary by Country
Rates of peritonitis among patients on peritoneal dialysis, in episodes per patient-year, varied from 0.40 in Thailand to 0.26 in the United States, a study found.
Chronic Kidney Disease Risk Lower in Coffee Drinkers
A recent meta-analysis found a significant 13% decreased risk of incident chronic kidney disease among coffee drinkers compared with nondrinkers.
Investigators Zero in on COVID-19 Clinical Characteristics, Outcomes
New studies characterize COVID-19 risk factors and outcomes and chronicle how healthcare providers and facilities are dealing with the pandemic.
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