Timing of parathyroidectomy after kidney transplantation: A cost-effectiveness analysis.

Introduction: Parathyroidectomy is the definitive treatment for tertiary hyperparathyroidism post-kidney transplantation. However, cinacalcet-based medical management is increasingly used as an alternative. The financial consequences of each treatment remain unclear.

Health-related risk behaviors among U.S. childhood cancer survivors: a nationwide estimate.

Background: Childhood cancer survivors (CCS) are subject to a substantial burden of treatment-related morbidity. Engaging in health protective behaviors and eliminating risk behaviors are critical to preventing chronic diseases and premature deaths. This study is aimed to provide updated information on currently smoking, physical inactivity, binge drinking patterns and associated factors among CCS using a nationwide dataset.

Healthcare utilization and cost barriers among U.S. childhood cancer survivors.

Background: To evaluate healthcare utilization and cost barrier patterns among childhood cancer survivors (CCS) compared with noncancer controls.

Procedure: Using the 2014-2019 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, we identified CCS < 50 years and matched controls. We used chi-squared tests to compare characteristics between the two groups.

Diagnosis and management of isolated neutropenia: A survey of pediatric hematologist oncologists.

Background: Isolated neutropenia is a common referral to pediatric hematology oncology (PHO) physicians. There are no established consensus guidelines in the diagnosis and management of patients with isolated, asymptomatic, and incidentally discovered neutropenia.

Methods: A survey was distributed to PHO physicians on the American Society of Pediatric Hematology Oncology member discussion page to determine the common diagnostic and management decisions regarding patients with isolated neutropenia and to explore beliefs regarding the term "benign ethnic neutropenia.