Publications by authors named "B Cryer"

Objective: Alcoholic hepatitis (AH) represents a severe manifestation of alcoholic liver disease (ALD) associated with a wide severity spectrum. ALD is linked to nutritional deficiencies, with the gravity of malnutrition escalating as alcohol abuse and ALD progress. This study aims to delve into the impact of malnutrition on the clinical trajectory of AH.

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  • The U.S. will lose its single race or ethnic majority by 2055, prompting the need for the medical field to adapt to a more diverse patient population.
  • In 2013, UT Southwestern created the HEAL program to provide leadership training and mentorship to underrepresented physician residents, aiming to boost their interest and confidence in academic medicine careers.
  • Between 2013 and 2019, HEAL expanded significantly, demonstrating that participants who attended the program were more likely to pursue academic positions, with 67% of them securing faculty roles post-residency.
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Background: This retrospective study, conducted using the U.S. National Inpatient Sample (NIS), examines the outcomes and management of nonvariceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (NVUGIB) in COVID-19 patients and identifies predictive factors to enhance patient prognosis.

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