Lucas Franki is an associate editor for MDedge News, and has been with the company since 2014. He has a BA in English from Penn State University and is an Eagle Scout.
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G. lamblia assemblage B more common in HIV-positive people
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Giardia lamblia
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Consider PBC in diagnosing hepatobiliary disorders in UC patients
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- Lucas Franki
The two diseases may share immunopathogenetic pathways.
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To boost HCV testing in baby boomers, offer the option
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- Lucas Franki
Offer the test, and they’ll probably take it.
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Current pneumococcal vaccines knock out many serotypes, but others take their place
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Trying to target the latest serotype before another one pops up.
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FDA approves first non–finger-stick glucose monitoring system
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- Lucas Franki
One thin wire can provide reliable blood glucose readings in a new glucose meter newly granted FDA approval.
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FDA approves first duodenoscope with disposable distal cap
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- Lucas Franki
"Improving the safety of duodenoscopes is a top priority for the FDA," said William Maisel, MD, acting director of the FDA's Office of Device...
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FDA approves nivolumab for HCC patients
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- Lucas Franki
Approval of nivolumab for HCC was based on tumor response rate and durability of response from the phase 1/2 Checkmate 040 trial.
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Rapid genomic testing can diagnose critically ill infants
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- Lucas Franki
Rapid, targeted genomic sequencing shows promise in quickly diagnosing critically ill infants for whom standard clinical work-ups were...
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FDA approves first duodenoscope with disposable distal cap
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- Lucas Franki
"Improving the safety of duodenoscopes is a top priority for the FDA," said William Maisel, MD, acting director of the FDA's Office of Device...
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Clinical trial: Understanding the Genetic Predisposition to the Development of Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
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- Lucas Franki
Family histories and samples from affected patients will be studied for a genetic factor in adult chronic cholestatic liver disease.
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FDA approves triple-therapy inhaler for COPD
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- Lucas Franki
Three COPD treatments are now available in one inhaler.
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Aptiom approved for pediatric partial-onset seizures
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- Lucas Franki
The antiepileptic was previously approved for partial-onset seizures in adults.
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Clinical trial: Complex VHR using biologic or synthetic mesh
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- Lucas Franki
Study will compare outcomes for hernia repair patients receiving biologic vs. synthetic mesh.
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CREST syndrome and PBC are often associated
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Sjögren’s syndrome and autoimmune thyroiditis are the most common extrahepatic autoimmune disorders associated with primary biliary cholangitis,...
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No obvious choice for treating pruritus in PBC patients
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This quality-of-life issue can lead sufferers to suicidal ideation.