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Health News of the DayEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
is a daily summary made from the selected links I post on Twitter. It is in a bullet points format with links to the original sources which include 350 RSS feeds that produce about 2,500 items per day:"The brains of human beings seem built to process stories better than other forms of input. Without numbers, stories are just anecdotes, but without stories, numbers are just dry statistics" http://bit.ly/4u93VJHow Much Do Doctors in Other Countries Make? NYT - http://bit.ly/3DDrz5 - Contrary to expectations, the U.S. doesn't top the list for specialists.75% of Italian and Canadian doctors report patients wait a long time to...
Source: Clinical Cases and Images - November 21, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Health News of the Day Source Type: info

Patients With Limited English Present Practice ChallengesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Important practice setting differences exist in the use and availability of trained medical interpreters and telephone interpretation services for communicating with limited English proficient patients, according to a study published online Oct. 29 in Health Services Research. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 21, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Filicide in Austria and Finland - A register-based study on all filicide cases in Austria and Finland 1995-2005Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: The data from the two countries demonstrated that filicide is such a multifaceted and rare phenomenon that national data from individual countries seldom offer sufficient scope for its thorough study. Further analyses are needed to produce a complete picture of filicide. (Source: BioMed Central)
Source: BioMed Central - November 21, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Hanna PutkonenSabine AmonMaria AlmironJenny Yourstone CederwallMarkku EronenClaudia KlierEllen KjelsbergGhitta Weizmann-Henelius Source Type: journals

Relationship of circulating cell-free DNA levels to cell-free fetal DNA levels, clinical characteristics and laboratory parameters in preeclampsiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Background: The aim of our study was to examine whether increased circulating total cell-free DNA levels are related to the clinical characteristics and standard laboratory parameters of preeclamptic patients, to markers of inflammation, endothelial activation or injury, oxidative stress and to cell-free fetal DNA levels. Methods: Circulating total cell- free DNA was measured by real-time quantitative PCR in plasma samples obtained from 67 preeclamptic and 70 normotensive pregnant women. Standard laboratory parameters, C-reactive protein, plasma von Willebrand factor antigen, plasma fibronectin, plasma malondialdehyde and ...
Source: BioMed Central - November 21, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Levente LazarJanos RigoBalint NagyKrisztian BaloghVeronika MakoLaszlo CervenakMiklos MezesZoltan ProhaszkaAttila Molvarec Source Type: journals

Detection of Chlamydia trachomatis- DNA in synovial fluid: evaluation of the sensitivity of different DNA extraction methods and amplification systemsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: The sensitivity to detect C. tr.- DNA from SF is highly dependent on the DNA extraction method and the detection system applied. Alkaline lysis as well as the QIAmp Gel extraction kit(R) + CTAB in combination with C. tr.- omp1 - (152 bp) PCR evolved as the most sensitive methods to identify C. tr. in serial dilutions. (Source: BioMed Central)
Source: BioMed Central - November 21, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Julia FreiseIris BernauSabine MeierHenning ZeidlerJens Kuipers Source Type: journals

In plants, expression breadth and expression level distinctly and non-linearly correlate with gene structureEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: In plants, highly expressed genes are compact, especially in the non-coding regions. Broadly expressed genes tend to contain longer non-coding sequences, which may be necessary for complex regulations. In combination with previous studies about animals and about other plants, some common scenarios about the correlation between gene expression and gene structure begin to emerge. Based on the functional relationships between extreme values of structural characteristics and expression level, an effort was made to evaluate the relative effectiveness of the energy-cost hypothesis and the time-cost hypothesis.Review...
Source: BioMed Central - November 21, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Hongxing Yang Source Type: journals

Health care utilisation amongst Shenzhen migrant workers: does being insured make a difference?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Health care utilisation patterns differ between insured and uninsured workers and insurance status appears to be a significant factor. The health insurance system is inequitably distributed amongst migrant workers. Younger less educated women who are paid less are more likely to be uninsured and therefore to pay out of pocket for their care. For greater equity this group need to be included in the insurance schemes as they develop. (Source: BMC Health Services Research)
Source: BMC Health Services Research - November 21, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Jin MouJinquan ChengDan ZhangHanping JiangLiangqiang LinSian Griffiths Source Type: journals

Genetic regulation of Neuregulin-ErbB signaling: A systems biology approach to understanding gene networks implicated in complex brain disordersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Presented by: Amanda Law, PhDCategory: SpecialAired date: 11/20/2009 (Source: Videocast - All Events)
Source: Videocast - All Events - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Past Events Source Type: events

Evolutionary conserved pathways suppress genomic instabilityEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Presented by: Kyungjae Myung, Ph.D.Category: NIH Director's SeminarsAired date: 11/20/2009 (Source: Videocast - All Events)
Source: Videocast - All Events - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Past Events Source Type: events

In Search of Work/Life Balance (NIH-Only)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Presented by: The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS)Category: NIH OnlyAired date: 11/19/2009 (Source: Videocast - All Events)
Source: Videocast - All Events - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Past Events Source Type: events

The quest for psychiatric disorder biomarkers: from protein expression to isoforms to pathwaysEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Presented by: Chris Turck, Max Planck InstituteCategory: ProteomicsAired date: 11/18/2009 (Source: Videocast - All Events)
Source: Videocast - All Events - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Past Events Source Type: events

Ethics Rounds: Research on the DyingEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Ethics Rounds Daniel P.Sulmasy, OFM, MD, PhD, Kilbride-Clinton Professor of Medicine and Ethics, Department of Medicine and the Divinity School, Associate Director, MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics, University of Chicago For more information, visit http://www.cc.nih.gov/about/news/grcurrent.htmlAir date: 12/2/2009 12:00:00 PM (Source: Videocast - All Events)
Source: Videocast - All Events - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Upcoming Events Source Type: events

Private company suspended from providing out of hours services while concerns investigatedEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: BMJ Online First)
Source: BMJ Online First - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Mashta, O. Tags: Patients, General practice / family medicine, Medical error/ patient safety NEWS Source Type: journals

Trust faces prosecution over death of patient who was given the wrong drug after birth of sonEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: BMJ Online First)
Source: BMJ Online First - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Dyer, C. Tags: Patients, Medical error/ patient safety NEWS Source Type: journals

DDM - An Attitude of Excellence: How to Succeed at Work and at Home (NIH Only)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
2008-2009 Deputy Director for Management (DDM) Seminar Series The DDM Seminar Series is open to all NIH employees and there is no need to pre-register for the event. http://www.ddmseries.od.nih.govAir date: 12/3/2009 11:00:00 AM (Source: Videocast - All Events)
Source: Videocast - All Events - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Upcoming Events Source Type: events

Pap tests used more often then screening guidelines call forEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Researchers say patient demand for the test and lag time between revisions to screening recommendations and implementation may be reasons for overuse. (Source: American Medical News)
Source: American Medical News - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Profession Source Type: news

Physicians sue again to safeguard Pennsylvania's liability fundEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Doctors say the $100 million the governor took from Mcare to balance the state budget is needed to cover outstanding liability claims. (Source: American Medical News)
Source: American Medical News - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Government Source Type: news

Health research in developing countriesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: BMJ Online First)
Source: BMJ Online First - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Barreto, M. L Tags: Infectious diseases, Human rights EDITORIALS Source Type: journals

Investigation of incidental hypercalcaemiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: BMJ Online First)
Source: BMJ Online First - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Joshi, D., Center, J. R, Eisman, J. A Tags: Neurogastroenterology, Infectious diseases, Urology, Immunology (including allergy), Pain (neurology), Endocrine cancer, Musculoskeletal syndromes, Urological surgery, Calcium and bone, Metabolic disorders, Thyroid disease PRACTICE Source Type: journals

Google study: How physicians use the internet and search in their clinical practicesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Embedded PDF: Google study: How physicians use the internet and search in their clinical practices.Link via IgniteBLOG.@amcunningham points out that the report is "unfortunately research carried out as market research for Google and doesn't help #meded very much." Posted at Clinical Cases and Images. Stay updated and subscribe, or follow me on Twitter. (Source: Clinical Cases and Images)
Source: Clinical Cases and Images - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Search Engine Google Source Type: info

Listen to The Lancet: 21 NovemberEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Discussion of the potential of stem cells to produce skin epidermis. (Source: Listen to The Lancet)
Source: Listen to The Lancet - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: The Lancet Source Type: podcasts

Seasonal Flu Vaccine May Cut Swine Flu RiskEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: eMedicineHealth.com)
Source: eMedicineHealth.com - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Drug May Boost Women's Sexual DesireEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: eMedicineHealth.com)
Source: eMedicineHealth.com - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Stem Cells May Be Used as Skin GraftsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: eMedicineHealth.com)
Source: eMedicineHealth.com - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Obesity, Diabetes Higher in South, AppalachiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
More Obesity, Diabetes in South, Appalachia (Source: eMedicineHealth.com)
Source: eMedicineHealth.com - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

The economic impact of pandemic influenzaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: BMJ Online First)
Source: BMJ Online First - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Maynard, A., Bloor, K. Tags: Infectious diseases, Health policy, Immunology (including allergy), Pain (neurology), Adult intensive care, Health economics, Health service research EDITORIALS Source Type: journals

The economy-wide impact of pandemic influenza on the UK: a computable general equilibrium modelling experimentEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Balancing school closure against "business as usual" and obtaining sufficient stocks of effective vaccine are more important factors in determining the economic impact of an influenza pandemic than is the disease itself. Prophylactic absence from work in response to fear of infection can add considerably to the economic impact. (Source: BMJ Online First)
Source: BMJ Online First - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Smith, R. D, Keogh-Brown, M. R, Barnett, T., Tait, J. Tags: Infectious diseases, Epidemiologic studies, Immunology (including allergy) RESEARCH Source Type: journals

Predicting risk of osteoporotic fracture in men and women in England and Wales: prospective derivation and validation of QFractureScoresEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions These new algorithms can predict risk of fracture in primary care populations in the UK without laboratory measurements and are therefore suitable for use in both clinical settings and for self assessment (www.qfracture.org). QFractureScores could be used to identify patients at high risk of fracture who might benefit from interventions to reduce their risk. (Source: BMJ Online First)
Source: BMJ Online First - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Hippisley-Cox, J., Coupland, C. Tags: Liver disease, Smoking and tobacco, Epidemiologic studies, General practice / family medicine, Immunology (including allergy), Drugs: cardiovascular system, Menopause (including HRT), Asthma, Connective tissue disease, Degenerative joint disease, Drugs: m Source Type: journals

American Heart Association, Nov. 14-18, 2009Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
(Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Efficacy of Transradial Catheterization StudiedEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In patients undergoing coronary catheterization, transradial coronary angiography and angioplasty is as safe and effective as the transfemoral approach, according to a study in the November issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology: Cardiovascular Interventions. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Deformational Plagiocephaly Risk Factors EvaluatedEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Children's sleep position appears correlated with the location of deformational plagiocephaly, which typically presents as a flat spot on the back of the skull, according to research published online Nov. 16 in Pediatrics. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

County-Level Data Reveals Diabetes, Obesity Hot SpotsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Model-based estimates can give meaningful and valid county-level data on the prevalence of diabetes and obesity that is useful for local public health officials, according to a report published in the Nov. 20 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Pandemic Influenza May Hurt Economy in United KingdomEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Although pandemic influenza may only decrease the gross domestic product by up to 4.3 percent in the United Kingdom, school closures and absenteeism from work due to government regulations or fear of infection may negatively impact the economy and potentially increase the effect of the recession, according to a study published Nov. 19 in BMJ. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Laser-Treated Corneas Found Suitable for Donor TissueEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Laser in situ keratomileusis and photorefractive keratectomy are not likely associated with any significant long-term effect on the corneal endothelium, and may be used as donor tissue, according to a study published in the November issue of the Archives of Ophthalmology. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Salmeterol Found Similarly Effective in Asthma GenotypesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Outcomes in the long-acting β2 agonist in asthma trial showed no difference in treatment outcomes for patients taking salmeterol who had different B16 genotypes, according to a report in the Nov. 21 issue of The Lancet. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines UpdatedEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Women should not start getting routine cervical cancer tests until age 21, and then they should repeat them every two years instead of annually though age 30, according to new guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists published in Obstetrics & Gynecology. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Video Found to Be Useful in Pelvic Inflammatory DiseaseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Adolescent girls who watch a community-specific video intervention at the time of diagnosis of pelvic inflammatory disease may be significantly more likely to have their sexual partners treated, according to a study published online Sept. 4 in the Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

New Algorithms Help Predict Osteoporotic Fracture RiskEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Two new algorithms, QFractureScores, may accurately predict fracture risk without laboratory measurements, and may be suitable for use in both clinical settings and for self assessment, according to a U.K. study published online Nov. 19 in BMJ. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Sleep Apnea in Kidney Transplant Patients AssessedEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea in patients with kidney disease who underwent or are awaiting transplant is similar, but transplant recipients with the sleep disorder may be at higher risk for hypertension, according to a study published online Nov. 18 in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Study Suggests Treatment for Down's SyndromeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Treatments that address deficient norepinephrine-mediated neurotransmission could treat cognitive dysfunction in Down's syndrome, according to the results of animal research published in the Nov. 18 issue of Science Translational Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

Embryonic Stem Cells Show Potential for Skin SubstituteEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Human embryonic stem cells can be used to create a stratified epithelium resembling normal human epidermis, a finding that has potential implications in producing temporary skin replacement for burn patients, according to research published in the Nov. 21 issue of The Lancet. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

AACR: Markers Hint at Who Cancer Treatments Could HelpEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Several abstracts involving potential biomarkers of prognosis in cancer treatment were presented at a press briefing Nov. 18 at the American Association for Cancer Research -- National Cancer Institute -- European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer International Conference, "Molecular Targets and Cancer Therapeutics," held from Nov. 15 to 19 in Boston. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

AACR: Novel Breast Cancer Therapy Exploits Autophagy ResponseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Targeting a cancer cell's heat shock response protein 70 with panobinostat to induce autophagy in the stressed cell, and then introducing an autophagy inhibitor to force the cell to die off, may be an effective novel treatment strategy for breast cancer, according to a Nov. 16 press briefing presented at the American Association for Cancer Research -- National Cancer Institute -- European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer International Conference, "Molecular Targets and Cancer Therapeutics," held from Nov. 15 to 19 in Boston. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

FDA warns 22 web sites on illegal drug salesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Read the full story on MD Consult: FDA warns 22 web sites on illegal drug sales (Source: MD Consult: News: Top Stories)
Source: MD Consult: News: Top Stories - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info

The Toronto prehospital hypertonic resuscitation-head injury and multi organ dysfunction trial (TOPHR HIT) - Methods and data collection toolsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We describe a feasibility study of randomizing head injured patients to hypertonic saline and dextran vs. normal saline administration in the out of hospital setting. Methods: This feasibility study employs a randomized, placebo-controlled design evaluating normal saline compared with a single dose of 250 ml of 7.5% hypertonic saline in 6% dextran 70 in the management of traumatic brain injuries. The primary feasibility endpoints of the trial were: 1) baseline survival rates for the treatment and control group to aid in the design of a definitive multicentre trial, 2) randomization compliance rate, 3) ease of protocol impl...
Source: Trials - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Laurie MorrisonSandro RizoliBrian SchwartzShawn RindMerita SimitciuTyrone PerreiraRussell MacDonaldAnna TrompeoDonald StussSandra BlackAlex KissAndrew Baker Source Type: journals

Quality of reporting of randomized controlled trials in polycystic ovary syndromeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Background: Inadequate reporting of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) is associated with biased estimates of treatment effects. The reporting quality of RCTs involving patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is unknown. The purpose of this study was to assess the reporting quality of RCTs involving patients with PCOS using a standardized tool based on the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) statement. Methods: We searched PubMed database for English-language RCTs involving patients with PCOS. Quality of reporting was assessed using a 24-item questionnaire based on the revised CONSORT checklist. Re...
Source: BioMed Central - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Anna PartsinevelouElias Zintzaras Source Type: journals

Improving operating room safetyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Despite the introduction of the Universal Protocol, patient safety in surgery remains a daily challenge in the operating room. This present study describes one community health system's efforts to improve operating room safety through human factors training and ultimately the development of a surgical checklist. Using a combination of formal training, local studies documenting operating room safety issues and peer to peer mentoring we were able to substantially change the culture of our operating room. Our efforts have prepared us for successfully implementing a standardized checklist to improve operating room safety throu...
Source: BioMed Central - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Scott HurlbertJill Garrett Source Type: journals

Treatment success for overactive bladder with urinary urge incontinence refractory to oral antimuscarinics: a review of published evidenceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: A treatment success definition that encompasses the many components of underlying OAB with UUI symptoms is currently not practical as a consequence of difficulties in measuring urgency. The treatment success outcome of >=50% improvement in incontinence episodes was associated with a clinically meaningful improvement in disease-specific HRQoL for those with neurogenic OAB with UUI. The recommended success definition is less restrictive than a measure such as complete continence but includes patients who are satisfied with treatment and experience meaningful improvement in symptoms. A standardized measure of tre...
Source: BioMed Central - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Jonathan CampbellKatharine GriesJonathan WatanabeArliene RaveloRoger DmochowskiSean Sullivan Source Type: journals

Bronchodilator effect of deep inspiration and bronchoconstriction-triggered coughEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: We found that methacholine-induced cough was associated with the bronchodilator effect of DI on methacholine induced-bronchoconstriction in normal subjects. (Source: BioMed Central)
Source: BioMed Central - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Noriyuki OhkuraMasaki FujimuraAkira TokudaJohsuke HaraAkihiro HoriMasaru NishitsujiMiki AboNobuyuki Katayama Source Type: journals

Study Provides Insight Into Bone-Overgrowth DiseaseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In patients with fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva, a mutation in the ACVR1 receptor appears to promote cartilage formation by inducing bone morphogenetic protein signaling, according to research published in the November issue of the Journal of Clinical Investigation. (Source: Modern Medicine)
Source: Modern Medicine - November 20, 2009 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: info