Publications by authors named "T Villanueva"

Background: Historical prostate-specific antigen (PSA)-based screening studies reduced prostate cancer-related deaths but also led to overdiagnosis/overtreatment. Since then, opportunistic PSA testing has increased, and late-stage diagnoses and prostate-cancer related deaths are rising.

Objectives: To review current trends regarding PSA testing in primary care and propose a collaborative approach to improve early prostate cancer detection.

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  • Autonomous cortisol secretion (ACS) from adrenal adenomas can lead to higher risks of comorbidities and mortality, and the dexamethasone suppression test (DST) is essential for its diagnosis.
  • A study involving 24,259 adults found only about 7% completed a DST, with factors such as male sex and high comorbidity index linked to lower completion rates.
  • To enhance detection and management of adrenal adenomas, clinical policies must be developed to encourage more patients to complete the DST.
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