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Can Cancer Cause Blood Clots?
University of Michigan researchers have developed a new model to study cancer-associated thrombosis and are getting preliminary data for future research.
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Will a Kidney Transplant Fail? Genes Could Hold the Key
Genes Predict Kidney Transplant Failure |Michigan Health Lab
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Despite New DOAC Use, Anticoagulation Clinics Serve Purpose
University of Michigan cardiologist believes that despite new blood thinning drugs taken orally, anticoagulation clinics will continue serving patients.
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Taking the Fight Against Risky Opioid Use to the ER
A University of Michigan study has found a single half-hour session with a trained therapist during an ER visit was enough to reduce opioid painkiller abuse.
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Detecting When the Most Common Skin Cancer Turns Dangerous
A University of Michigan study finds a biomarker associated with basal cell carcinoma may help signal which skin tumors will be more aggressive.
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Medicine with the Stars? Celebrities Sway Medical Decisions
A University of Michigan study examines how media coverage of celebrity health has influenced breast cancer treatment decisions including double mastectomy.
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Watchman or Warfarin? Choosing a Method of Stroke Prevention
Watchman heart implant serves as warfarin alternative to avert stroke-provoking clots. This new medical technology is an option for certain at-risk patients.
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Stop the Growth: Study Takes Aim at Cancer Metastasis
Researchers at the University of Michigan report a new understanding of the enzyme P-Rex1 and how it binds to a signaling lipid called PIP3 in cancer metastasis.
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When It’s Not Exactly Cancer: Renaming Early Stage Thyroid Tumors
Researchers at the University of Michigan suggest categorizing non-life-threatening thyroid tumors separately from more aggressive thyroid cancers.
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When a Dose of Antibiotics Can Spare the Appendix
A study at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital reveals that children coming to the emergency room with symptoms of a appendicitis, may not actually need surgery.
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Could a Brain ‘Growth Chart’ Spot Attention Problems Early On?
Medical Research at the University of Michigan suggests it might be possible to use growth charts for brain networks to identify signs of attention difficulties
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Should Growth Hormone Be Used for Short Stature in Kids?
Researchers at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital discuss whether or not short stature kids should be given growth hormones to treat their short stature.
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A Tough Surgery with a ‘Transformative Impact’ for CTEPH
A U-M cardiac surgeon speaks about a rare form of blood clots called CTEPH. When medication fails, a complex surgery called PTE has shown successful outcomes.
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When Is a Stroke Patient Most Likely to Call an Ambulance?
A University of Michigan study suggests neighborhoods with older adults and higher family incomes are less likely to call for an ambulance during a stroke.
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Sugar Shock: Insulin Costs Tripled in 10 Years
Research from the University of Michigan shows yearly spending on insulin has tripled. Insulin costs are raising faster than other blood sugar medications.