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ICD-10-CM Study Finds Women Face Higher Risks in Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis

September 2025

Sex differences in alcohol-associated hepatitis (AH) severity and outcomes were highlighted in a retrospective study using ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM codes, with findings showing that females face higher risks of sepsis and mechanical ventilation during hospitalization compared to males.

Uncommon Infection in Renal Transplant Patient Raises Concern

A recent case study reveals a rare infection caused by Enterococcus cecorum, a bacterium typically associated with poultry, in a renal transplant recipient.

Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease: The Hidden Impact of Cutaneous Ulcers

Cutaneous ulcers present a significant challenge in the management of chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD), a complication that affects patients who have undergone allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation.

Rapid DNA Biochip Detects TB Drug Resistance Mutations

A newly developed DNA biochip offers a promising solution for the rapid screening of second-line drug resistance (SLDR) in Mycobacterium tuberculosis, offering faster detection and improved accuracy for multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) tuberculosis (TB).

Revolutionary Dataset Targets Antibiotic Resistance from EHRs

A groundbreaking dataset, the Antibiotic Resistance Microbiology Dataset (ARMD), has been developed to help combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by harnessing the power of electronic health records (EHRs).

COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Coverage Among US Refugees, 2020–2022

Between November 2020 and June 2022, the United States conducted predeparture COVID-19 testing for nearly 24,000 refugees.

Could Microbiome Interventions Be the Future of Acne Treatment?

The growing body of research on the gut-skin axis and human microbiome has sparked increasing interest in microbiome-modulatory agents as potential treatments for acne vulgaris.

Lyme Vaccine Uptake May Stall Without HCP Buy-In

Healthcare provider support for Lyme disease vaccination has declined since 2018, raising concerns about rollout readiness as the first vaccine nears approval.

Landmark Trial Spurs New Anal Cancer Screening Guidelines in HIV

Anal cancer screening in people with HIV (PWH) is entering a new era, following major advances in evidence and recent guideline updates that aim to reduce cancer burden in this high-risk group.

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