SARS-CoV-2 May Also Cause Gastrointestinal Infection
New evidence supports the possibility of gastrointestinal infection with the novel SARS-CoV-2 virus, as well as a possible feco-oral route of transmission.
All articles by Natasha Priya Dyal, MD
Timed Barium Esophagram as Objective Marker for Long-Term Follow-Up of Esophageal Manometry
Roughly 2 years postsurgery, objective parameters for esophageal emptying via timed barium esophagram in patients who received per-oral endoscopic myotomy returned to presurgery levels, or worse.
New Hexavalent Vaccine May Simplify Hepatitis B Vaccination Schedule
A novel, and newly licensed hexavalent vaccine, comprising DTaP, IPV, Hib and HepB vaccines, may allow for simplification of administering and adhering to recommendations for infant vaccine series.
Updated Recommendations for Pediatric Immunization Schedules in the United States
In conjunction with its release of the adult guidelines earlier this year, the ACIP earlier this year has issued an annual update on pediatric immunization schedules.
USPSTF Reaffirms Recommendation for HBV Screening During Pregnancy
The United States Preventative Service Task Force has issued a statement that reaffirms its 2009 recommendations for screening pregnant women for hepatitis B virus.
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