The HCPLive conference coverage page features articles, videos, and expert-led live coverage from major medical meetings throughout the year.
Hyperglycemia among Inpatients Costs Money and Lives
Hyperglycemia among noncritically ill medical and surgical patients is a huge problem in hospitals throughout the United States.
Endocrine Hypertension Still Awaiting Improved Diagnosis, Management
A variety of rapid and reliable tests now exist to diagnose and facilitate the management of pheochromocytoma and primary aldosteronism, but more are needed.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring Abstracts from AACE - Part II
The AACE highlighted a number of studies on a wide range of endocrinology topics from adrenal disorders to metabolic bone disease.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring Abstracts from AACE - Part I
Cellulose Hydrogel Increases Satiety, Could Replace Bariatric Surgery
In a preliminary study, Attiva, increased the post-meal feeling of satiety and reduced hunger between meals.
Liraglutide Maintains Efficacy for Type 1 Diabetes, Despite Antibodies
The efficacy of liraglutide,is not impacted in subjects with type 1 diabetes who develop anti-liraglutide antibodies.
Colesevelam HCL Lowers Elevated Glucose Levels in Pre-diabetes
Colesevelam HCL is effective not only in lowering LDL-cholesterol but in reducing glycemic levels in people with prediabetes.
Key Information for AACE Attendees
Here you will find links to information about the general session presentations, satellite symposia, and poster presentations scheduled for the meeting.
AACE 2010 At-a-Glance
Conference attendees who are looking for places to eat and things to do while in Boston, here is a listed of suggestions.
Iodine Deficiency - Another Reason to Avoid Fast Food?
New research released today at the AACE Meeting indicates another reason to avoid fast food; it may also be lacking in appropriate amounts of iodine.
Can Continuous Glucose Monitors Improve Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes?
CGMs can be helpful in managing patients with type 2 diabetes or any diabetes patient in the hospital setting, according to several experts.
New Understanding of Insulin Resistance Demystifies Metabolic Syndrome
The varying impact of insulin resistance on different tissues in the human body may lead to a better understanding of metabolic syndrome.
Combination Therapy Can Help Dyslipidemia in Diabetes
While hyperglycemia is a risk factor for microvascular complications, most patients die of macrovascular disease, which is strongly influenced by dyslipidemia.
Assess Risk, not Just Stage, for Thyroid Cancer Treatment Planning
Thyroid cancer is one of the fastest growing cancers in the United States, especially in women, according to Bryan Haugen, MD.
Blocking Glucose Reuptake for Diabetes
There is a new drug treatment strategy coming down the pipeline for diabetes, one that targets the kidney.
Mitral Valve Clip Effective Alternative to Open-Chest Surgery
A novel mitral valve clip was proven to be as safe and effective as open-chest surgery in selected patients with mitral valve regurgitation.
Three Studies Presented on the Final Day
Three studies examine a treatment, a diagnostic, and the risk of thromboembolism after pelvic surgery, respectively.
Examining Treatments for Gynecologic Cancers
Moroney and colleagues discussed the preliminary results of a novel phase I combination of liposomal doxorubicin, bevacizumab, and temsirolimus.
Ultrasound Can Prevent Surgery for Some Ovarian Tumors
A study provided evidence that certain tumors can safely be monitored with ultrasound for years without raising the risk of ovarian cancer.
NCCN 2010: Dr. Mark Kris, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
NCCN 2010: Dr. Len Saltz, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
NCCN 15th Annual Conference Overview, Resources, and Upcoming Meetings
During the the National Comprehensive Cancer Network 15th Annual Conference, updates were presented for various NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines.
Treatment-Related Infections, Thromboses, and Neuropathy in Cancer
Many cancers increase the risk of other serious events and many treatments have their own risks and adverse effects that must be managed.
NCCN Guidelines Are Being Adopted Internationally
NCCN is increasingly collaborating with other nations to develop foreign editions of its guidelines.
Laparoscopic Treatment of Uterine Cancer Safe and Effective
Women with uterine cancer who are treated with laparoscopy have a 3-year rate of overall survival similar to that of women who undergo traditional laparotomy.
Test May Predict Response to Taxane Therapy in Ovarian Cancer
Some patients with ovarian cancer benefit from adding a taxane to a platinum-based chemotherapy, but the regimen presents increased risk.
Survival for Youths with Cancers Remains Stagnant
When adolescents and young adults develop cancer, clinicians contend with an entirely different set of considerations in treatment and follow-up.
Gynecologic Oncologists Advance Promising IP Approach in New Studies
Gynecologic oncologists are advancing a treatment method that shows great promise in extending PFS and OS for women with certain advanced gynecologic cancers.
Examining Referrals and Cancer Care Costs
Ware and associates described a multi-institutional experience that examined the American Society of Obstetricians referral guidelines for a pelvic mass.
NCCN 2010: Dr. David Pfister, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center