Immunology

Novel algorithm can classify chronic rhinosinusitis

(HealthDay)—A novel scoring system and algorithm can be used to classify eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis (ECRS) by disease severity, according to a study published online May 6 in Allergy.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Endoscopes linked to outbreak of drug-resistant E. coli

An outbreak of a novel Escherichia coli (E. coli) strain resistant to antibiotics has been linked to contaminated endoscopes in a Washington state hospital. The study indicates that industry standard cleaning guidelines, ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Sinonasal outcome test validated for endoscopic Sx

(HealthDay)—Statistical and measurement evidence validates the comparison of the 22-item Sinonasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22) responses or scale scores before and after endoscopic sinus surgery to quantify changes in symptoms ...

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