PSA Discoverer Says PSA Screening is "Public Health Disaster"
The researcher who discovered prostate-specific antigen 4 decades ago speaks out sharply against its use for widespread screening for prostate cancer.
Medscape Medical News
Pelvic/Para-Aortic Lymphadenectomy May Improve Survival Time From Endometrial Cancer
In medium- to high-risk patients with endometrial cancer, systematic removal of pelvic as well as para-aortic lymph nodes may improve survival time vs pelvic lymphadenectomy alone.
Medscape Medical News
Children With Psoriasis at Risk of Developing Psychiatric Disorders
Children with psoriasis had a 25% higher risk of developing any psychiatric disorder, a 23% higher risk of developing depression, and a 62% higher risk of using tricyclic antidepressants.
Medscape Medical News
Barbiturates Still Drugs of Choice in Geriatric Suicide
Despite a significant decrease in their use during the past 20 years, barbiturates are still the drugs of first choice among older individuals who commit suicide by overdose.
Medscape Medical News
Severe Behavioral Problems in Childhood Predict Chronic Pain in Later Life
Children with persistent, severe behavior problems are at increased risk for chronic widespread pain as adults.
Medscape Medical News