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  • Malignant bowel obstruction (MBO) is a common and challenging complication of advanced intra-abdominal cancers, often necessitating non-surgical management due to patient conditions.
  • This study aimed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and effectiveness of a "triple therapy" approach using dexamethasone, metoclopramide, and octreotide in patients with MBO.
  • Results showed that patients experienced significant symptom relief with the therapy, though the prognosis for those with inoperable MBO remained poor, indicated by a high mortality rate within a few months.
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The HPV vaccine is recommended for all adolescents starting at age 11, but coverage is low, especially in the young adult population. The CDC is prioritizing catch-up vaccination and has expanded recommendations for all young adults to age 26. College students may be ideal targets for HPV vaccine interventions as they typically have on-site clinics that offer prevention services and students are in the position to make decisions about their own healthcare.

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Although no tobacco products are safe, tobacco companies in the United States may request regulatory authorization to make certain "modified risk tobacco product" (MRTP) claims in their marketing. However, few qualitative studies have explored consumer perceptions and understanding of comparative risk messages and wordings. We examined consumer perceptions of statements indicating reduced risks and exposure to chemicals from snus and e-cigarettes relative to smoking.

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Clinical diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) relies heavily on radiological imaging. However, information pertaining to liver cancer treatment such as the proliferation status is lacking. Imaging tumor proliferation can be valuable in patient management.

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