Search results for "Procedures"
Gestational diabetes associated with risks later in life, but lifestyle makes a difference, studies find
A review found increased risks of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease in women who had gestational diabetes, while another study showed that five markers of a healthy lifestyle were associated with a significant reduction in risk of developing type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/09/27/4.htm
27 Sep 2022
Guideline recommends when to refer patients with obstructive sleep apnea for surgery
Clinicians should discuss referral to a sleep surgeon, bariatric surgeon, or both with patients who do not tolerate positive airway pressure, according to new recommendations from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/21/2.htm
21 Sep 2021
MKSAP quiz: Appropriate treatment for primary hyperaldosteronism
A 67-year-old man is evaluated during a follow-up visit for resistant hypertension. He was recently evaluated for primary hyperaldosteronism, and the screening plasma aldosterone concentration/plasma renin activity ratio was >20. A dedicated adrenal CT scan showed diffuse bilateral adrenal hyperplasia. After history and physical, cardiac and pulmonary exams, and discussion of patient preferences, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/07/19/3.htm
19 Jul 2022
ACP's 2021 end-of-year advocacy highlights: Advocating to support internists and their patients
From advancing the value of internal medicine and primary care to supporting internists' needs during the COVID-19 crisis, ACP has been actively working for members and patients.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/12/21/6.htm
21 Dec 2021
New COVID-19 vaccines tested, authorization changes in progress for existing vaccines
The FDA further limited use of the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccine and scheduled advisory committee meetings on other vaccine questions. Two non-mRNA vaccines showed effectiveness, and other studies looked at antibody prevalence, home test accuracy, and long-term symptoms.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/05/10/2.htm
10 May 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Management of a metastatic neuroendocrine tumor
A 48-year-old woman is evaluated following the diagnosis of a metastatic neuroendocrine tumor. Two weeks ago, she underwent ultrasonography for biliary colic, which unexpectedly showed multiple hepatic lesions. Following tests, a physical exam, and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/03/22/3.htm
22 Mar 2022
Task Force lowers age for colorectal cancer screening to begin
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended colorectal cancer screening begin at age 45 years based on an evidence review finding with moderate certainty that the net benefit is moderate to substantial.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/05/25/4.htm
25 May 2021
NOACs linked to lower rates of diabetes complications than warfarin in patients with afib and diabetes
A retrospective study from Taiwan found that patients who received non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) developed fewer macrovascular and microvascular complications, had fewer glycemic emergencies, and were less likely to die than those who received warfarin.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/02/15/2.htm
15 Feb 2022
Gender pay gap persists in internal medicine, especially in procedural subspecialties
Only general internal medicine, endocrinology, and geriatrics had more women than men, and only 26% of full professors were women, according to an analysis of U.S. internal medicine faculty in 2018 to 2019.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/07/20/5.htm
20 Jul 2021
Contraceptive counseling, provision increases use, reduces unintended pregnancy
A review and meta-analysis looked at 38 randomized controlled trials that compared interventions providing enhanced contraceptive counseling, contraceptives, or both versus usual care or an active control.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/05/24/1.htm
24 May 2022