A “Safety Zone” for Closing Gastroschisis
Updated Guidelines for Lung Screening Aim to Reduce Disparities
Expanded screening addresses varying risk factors and could help African Americans.
Genetic Clues in Uveal Coloboma
Study finds limiting RPE proliferation is a critical mechanism during optic fissure closure.
Pregnant Women Consider COVID-19 Vaccine
Emerging data support vaccination for this high-risk group.
Toward Smaller, MRI-compatible Neurostimulation Devices
A new trial assesses long-term outcomes for patients with urinary or bowel dysfunction.
Endothelial Dysfunction in Postural Tachycardia Syndrome
Study describes vasodilation abnormalities of this poorly understood condition.
Surveying a New Frontier in Seizure Epidemiology
Study characterizes functional seizures, affirms suspected associations, and finds novel connections.
The World Leader in Heart Transplantation
VUMC surpasses past records, celebrates 148 second chances in 2020.
Essentials for Kidney Stone Treatment with Minimal Delay
Same-day care possible with sufficient staff, space and the latest technology.
Improving Sexual Health in Girls with Spina Bifida
Experts outline special considerations to support sexual health and pregnancy.
A “Lean Six Sigma” for Perioperative Processes
Vanderbilt’s gynecology surgery team hones best practices through an enhanced recovery initiative.
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A Suite of Diagnostic Tools for EGIDs
Research puts innovative focus on earlier, more tolerable interventions.
Biomarkers Identified for Early Detection of Deadly Post-HCT Complication
New test pinpoints patients at greatest risk of GVHD, the most lethal complication from HCT.
Improving Care Coordination for Advanced Lung Disease
Vanderbilt Lung Institute's collaborative, multi-specialty program is expanding transplant access.
Probing the Biological Roots of Drug Addiction
Researcher on a quest to understand addictive behaviors and design interventions.
AI-based Tech to Improve Stroke Outcomes
Two prototype devices could refine thrombectomy through sensory augmentation.
Creating a Hub for Pediatric Precision Medicine
New center to advance research, training and patient care.
Health Informatics for a Changing World
A discussion of opportunities ahead in predictive analytics, population health and system design.
Bringing Advanced Genomic Sequencing In-house
New lab will aid diagnosis, research for genetically inherited conditions.
Saliva Biomarker Predicts Childhood Obesity
Epigenetics reveal opportunities for intervention.
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