Search results for "Genetics"
Study finds no link between autism, maternal flu vaccination during pregnancy
An accompanying editorial noted that a comprehensive and proactive approach to vaccine safety is needed now more than ever amid research into COVID-19 vaccines.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/09/01/4.htm
1 Sep 2020
The truth about Popeye and other iron tidbits
Green leafy vegetables, tofu, and lentils are all good sources of iron, but iron is most effectively absorbed when it is heme-based, as in red meat.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/06/iron.htm
1 Jun 2017
Endogenous sex hormone levels associated with CVD in postmenopausal women
Researchers used data from women participating in the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA) who did not have cardiovascular disease and had levels of testosterone, estradiol, dehydroepiandrosterone, and sex hormone binding globulin measured at baseline.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/06/05/1.htm
5 Jun 2018
Warning on IBS drug for patients without gallbladders
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/05/fda.htm
1 May 2017
MKSAP Quiz: Intermittent rectal bleeding of 3 months' duration
A 46-year-old man is evaluated for intermittent rectal bleeding of 3 months' duration. Colonoscopy finds 12 polyps, and genetic testing reveals biallelic mutations in the MYH gene. What is the most cost-effective approach to determining if the patient's children have inherited MYH-associated polyposis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/04/03/3.htm
3 Apr 2018
Understanding heart failure in African Americans
African Americans have a higher incidence of heart disease at a younger age, and they meet fewer criteria for ideal cardiovascular health, such as nonsmoking, physical activity, and lower body mass index.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/11/understanding-heart-failure-in-african-americans.htm
1 Nov 2019
Risk of re-infection, benefits of anticoagulation, cause of sex differences among COVID-19 research
Researchers published evidence of re-infection with SARS-CoV-2, anticoagulation was associated with halved inpatient mortality, recommendations were made on pulmonary embolism in COVID-19, and a study attributed differences in men's and women's outcomes to T cells.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/09/01/2.htm
1 Sep 2020
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for deep venous thrombosis
A 42-year-old man arrives for three-month follow-up of a proximal right leg DVT after right tibia fracture. Thrombophilia evaluation was done, although not recommended by guidelines, and found an elevated plasma homocysteine level; genetic testing then found homozygosity for the C677T methylene tetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) polymorphism. His only medication is warfarin. What is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/07/17/3.htm
17 Jul 2018
MKSAP Quiz: Familial screening for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
A 56-year-old man is being evaluated after his 18-year-old son had a syncopal episode during a high school basketball game and was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). The patient has had no symptoms, including with physical activity such as golfing or playing tennis. Findings of a comprehensive physical examination are unremarkable. An electrocardiogram and echocardiogram are normal, with no evidence of HCM. When should this patient next be screened for HCM?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/06/19/3.htm
19 Jun 2018
MKSAP Quiz: Perioperative evaluation for hip arthroplasty
A 52-year-old woman undergoes perioperative evaluation. She has osteoarthritis of the right hip since sustaining injuries in a motor vehicle accident 15 years ago and is scheduled for elective hip arthroplasty in the next few months. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate test to perform next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/02/11/3.htm
11 Feb 2020