Journal-based

Genetic Ancestry and Colorectal Cancer in the All of Us Dataset

Importance  Genetic ancestry may complement biological, behavioral, and clinical factors in understanding colorectal cancer (CRC) disparities; yet, ancestry-informed analyses in CRC remain limited. Objective  To characterize associations of genetic ancestry with CRC burden, age at diagnosis, and age-specific risk, and…

Long-Term Fatigue After Treatment for Breast Cancer

Importance  Patients with breast cancer (BC) may have long-term fatigue after treatment, which is associated with reduced quality of life. Objective  To identify cardiac, psychological, and cancer treatment factors associated with fatigue before and 24 months after BC treatment. Design,…

Comprehensive Review of Pigtail Catheter Management

Importance  A comprehensive review of chest tube management was developed to help clinicians better understand the different types of chest tubes, their indications, and key management principles to optimize patient outcomes. With the increasing use of small-bore, “pigtail” catheters in…

Psychosocial Stressors and Heart Failure Risk Among Black Women in the US

Importance  Black women are disproportionately susceptible to developing heart failure and display more severe morbidity and mortality compared with White women. Factors contributing to excess heart failure risk among Black women remain incompletely understood. Objective  To characterize the associations of…

An Axillary Mass in Pulmonary Embolism

A 54-year-old woman presents with subacute exertional dyspnea after heavy lifting and a history of chronic repetitive upper-limb strain from caregiving. What would you do next?