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Remote delivery of cancer genetic testing in Veterans with metastatic prostate cancer: A Million Veteran Program pilot study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Germline pathogenic variants can inform targeted therapy for metastatic prostate cancer (mPC), and improve cancer early detection and risk reduction for …

Utilization and costs of mobile medical units for Veterans experiencing homelessness

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: The Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system Homeless Patient Aligned Care Teams (HPACT) program began staggered deployment of mobile medical units (MMUs) to …

No cystometrogram among Veterans with spinal cord injury results in adverse urinary system outcomes

Abstract: BACKGROUND: A prior study of a large cohort of veterans with supra-sacral spinal cord injury or disorder (SCI/D) showed, as seen in other cohorts, substantial variation …

Multimorbidity and suicidality among military Veterans: A scoping review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Veterans face elevated risks of suicidality, including suicidal ideation, attempts, and death by suicide. Multimorbidity, the co-occurrence of at least two …

Optimizing postoperative opioid prescribing in Veterans undergoing total hip or knee arthroplasties

Abstract: Opioid prescribing following orthopedic surgeries, such as total hip arthroplasties (THA) and total knee arthroplasties (TKA), is a critical focus area given the risks of …

A retrospective national cohort study of trends in mechanical ventilation among Veterans living with dementia, 2010-2019

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Despite longstanding concern about an increase in use of invasive mechanical ventilation among persons living with dementia (PLWD), no studies have examined …

Leveraging the electronic health record for early detection of pancreatic cancer among 9.4 million US Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Early detection of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) improves survival. However, screening recommendations are limited to individuals with hereditary …

Physical activity to reduce cardiometabolic risk in Veterans and their families: Protocol for an interdisciplinary investigation with toolkit co-design

Abstract: Many veterans experience a decline in their physical activity following their separation from service. Contributory factors include changes in lifestyle, routines and …

Genomic risk model to implement precision prostate cancer screening in clinical care: The ProGRESS study

Abstract: Precision healthcare aims to tailor disease prevention and early detection to individual risk. Prostate cancer screening may benefit from genomics-informed approaches. We …

A multidimensional investigation of pain and pain management strategies in Veterans with chronic conditions residing in Abadan, Iran

Abstract: Background: Chronic pain is a multidimensional phenomenon with sensory, emotional, cognitive, and social consequences. Due to the nature of their long-term injuries and …

Association of antidepressant serotonin transporter affinity with bleeding events in a Veteran population

Abstract: PURPOSE/BACKGROUND: Treatment-emergent bleeding is a well-known risk with serotonergic antidepressants. Studies assessing this risk based on varying serotonergic binding …