FDA Expands Approval of Master Series Mechanical Heart Valve to Pediatrics
The expanded approval of the heart valve makes it the smallest mechanical heart valve approved in the world, a size small enough to be used in newborn pediatric patients to treat heart defects.
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Prioritizing HIV Transmission Clusters May Reduce Further Infections
Molecular surveillance allows researchers to identify networks particularly in high-burden areas in order to best determine additional HIV preventative measures.
Risk of Acquiring HIV Increases During and After Pregnancy, Research Suggests
The highest risk of HIV transmission occurs during postpartum, suggesting that biological changes during these periods increase the possibility.
FDA Accepts Shire's SHP555 NDA for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
If approved, prucalopride will be the only readily available 5-HT4 agonist in the US for CIC in adults.
Biogen, AbbVie Pull Daclizumab for Relapsing MS From Market
Relapsing multiple sclerosis drug is removed from the market following reports of 8 cases of brain inflammation.
FDA Approves Otonomy's Ciprofloxacin Otic Suspension for Treatment of Acute Otitis Externa
This is the first single-dose antibacterial approved for treating AOE.
A Study Proposes 5 New Distinct Types of Adult-Onset Diabetes
A new classification of diabetes may provide information about underlying disease mechanisms and ultimately guide the choice of therapy.
Hormonal Birth Control Does Not Link to Depression
Researchers ease patients fear around hormonal contraceptive side effects.
Chronic Depression Increases Failure of HIV Care
Those with chronic depression have a 37% increased risk of missing appointments, a 23% heightened risk of having a detectable viral load and a mortality risk that's twice as high.
Omega-3 FA Supplements May Only Modestly Impact High-Risk Populations from CVD
This meta-analysis does not provide support for current recommendations to use omega-3 fatty acid supplements for the prevention of cardiovascular disease risk.
ObsEva SA's Nolasiban Increased IVF Pregnancy Rate in IMPLANT2 Clinical Trial
Results demonstrate a statistically significant improvement in ongoing pregnancy benefit at 10 weeks following a single, oral dose of nolasiban.
FDA Approves KemPharm's Benzhydrocodone, Acetaminophen for Short-Term Acute Pain
Apadaz is the first prodrug of hydrocodone and acetaminophen to be FDA approved.
A Simple Gait Analysis May Diagnosis Dementia
A walking test accurately diagnosed 97% of the time between 2 causes of dementia.
Cannabis Associated with Immune Cell Frequency Reduction in ART-Treated HIV Patients
Findings suggest cannabinoids may have an immunological benefit, limiting the risk of development of non-AIDS-associated comorbidities.
FDA Adds to Kratom Safety Concerns, Linking Drug to Multistate Salmonella Outbreak
In addition to the outbreak, kratom is expected to have a similar risk of addiction, abuse and death as an opioid, the agency announced earlier this month.
Persistent, Severe Postnatal Depression Impacts Child Development
The study suggests that postnatal depression is associated with increased risks to children’s development, affecting a range of domains.
FDA Rejects Apricus Biosciences' Alprostadil Erectile Dysfunction Cream
The CRL identified deficiencies related to the chemistry, manufacturing and control and flagged certain safety concerns about the concentration contained in the formula.
FDA Approves Antares Pharma's Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate Injection (Makena) to Reduce Risk of Preterm Birth
Makena remains the first and only FDA-approved treatment option currently available for pregnant women who had a prior spontaneous preterm birth.
FDA Authorizes Marketing of First Blood Test Aiding in Evaluation of Concussion
The findings indicate that the test can reliably predict the absence of intracranial lesions.
FDA Approves Allergan's Ceftazidime, Avibactam for HABP, VABP
This is the first gram-negative antibiotic approved in the US in over 15 years to treat HABP, VABP.
Study Finds Psychiatric Medications Are Not Overprescribed for Kids
This is the first national study to analyze prescription rates of ADHD, anxiety disorders and depression psychiatric medications in youth.
FDA Approves Multi Radiance Medical's Laser Technology for Pain Relief
Multi Radiance is one of the few laser manufacturers in the world to secure the NHN product class FDA 510(k) clearance.
Men Who Have Sex with Men Receive Less HIV Education
School-based sex education incorporating relevant information on condom use, PrEP and elevated HIV risk could reduce sexual risk behaviors and HIV transmission.
FDA Accepts CutisPharma's Vancomycin Hydrochloride for CDAD, Staphylococcus Aureus Colitis
The oral liquid therapy is expected to improve patient access and reduce pharmacist burdens by no longer compounding liquid formulations.
ADHD Prescriptions Spike in Young Women
The percentage of women who filled at least 1 prescription rose 344% from 2003 to 2015.
"I Think It's Time": Physician Retirement the Way You Want It
Many physicians find their motivation waning as the pressures of life continue to build. How can doctors reach retirement on their own terms?
FDA Approves Synergy's Plecanatide for IBS-C Indication
Trulance is the only treatment thought to replicate the pH-sensitive activity of uroguanylin.
Reducing Sessions of PTSD Therapy Does Not Impact Effectiveness
This is the first study to compare WET directly with another PTSD treatment.
3D Systems, Stryker Advance Personalized Surgery With 3D Printed Anatomical Models
The new technology allows surgeons to develop customized surgical plans prior to entering the OR.
CCBT Is An Effective Mood, Anxiety Disorder Treatment
The findings have important implications for transforming the way mental health care is delivered in primary care settings.