In Short

In Short articles concisely describe innovative procedures, diagnostic tools, or treatment approaches available at MUSC Health, and summarize preliminary findings from MUSC research.

Predicting Early Deliveries

MUSC Health was among the top-enrolling U.S. sites in a clinical trial that identified 2 serum proteins as reliable predictors of spontaneous preterm delivery.

Precision Medicine

Exome sequencing helps physicians target genomic variations within tumors.

Out of Tune

MUSC investigators report that, during sensory stimulation, increases in blood flow are not precisely “tuned” to local neural activity.

A Game Changer for Lupus

The first clinical trial in the U.S. using allogeneic mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) to treat human disease is being led by MUSC Health rheumatologists

Powerful Peptide

The M10 peptide shows early promise against lung fibrosis in scleroderma.

No Need to Try Try Try Again

Fewer ERCPs are needed to treat benign biliary strictures thanks to expandable stents.