Breast cancer patients with early-stage disease and one lymph node metastasis have a low risk of recurrence without post-mastectomy radiation. Researchers found no significant difference in the 10-year risk of recurrence between women with lymph node spread and those without, highlighting the need for individualized treatment approaches.
SourceUniversity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center·DateMar 6, 2010
Researchers at Henry Ford Hospital found that long-term shoulder function and strength are not fully restored in every patient after arthroscopic surgical repair of tendon tears. Despite high patient satisfaction rates, the study suggests that surgery may not restore normal shoulder motion, but rather alleviate pain.
Researchers at Henry Ford Hospital found that electromagnetic pulses significantly decrease pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis of the knee. Patients who used a portable device emitting low-intensity pulsating electromagnetic frequency experienced more than 40% pain relief on their first day.