Factors Associated With Long-term Outcomes of Umbilical Hernia Repair
Ascites, liver disease, diabetes, obesity, and primary suture repair without mesh are associated with increased umbilical hernia recurrence rates. Elective umbilical hernia repair with mesh should be considered in patients with multiple comorbidities given that the use of mesh offers protection from recurrence without major morbidity.
Overweight/obese people with diabetes at increased risk of brain abnormalities
Overweight and obese individuals with early stage type 2 diabetes (T2D) had more severe and progressive abnormalities in brain structure and cognition compared to normal-weight study participants, research indicates.
Review: Early Feeding No Harm in Acute Pancreatitis
For patients with acute pancreatitis, early feeding seems not to increase adverse events, and may reduce length of hospital stay for mild-to-moderate cases, according to a review published online May 15 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Recognizing food brands puts preschoolers at risk for obesity
Young children who recognize food name brands, such as Lucky Charms, M&M\'s and Cheetos, often eat unhealthy items that lead to their high body mass index.