Search results for "Sleep apnea"
MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of daytime somnolence, snoring, and apnea
A 65-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-year history of daytime somnolence, snoring, and apneic episodes during the night as witnessed by his wife. He does not have blurred vision, tinnitus, or headache. He has no cardiopulmonary symptoms and does not smoke cigarettes. The patient has hypertension for which he takes lisinopril and atenolol. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/03/05/3.htm
5 Mar 2013
A ‘smart’ approach to performance drugs
An increasing prevalence of the use of cognitive-enhancing substances, or so-called “smart drugs,” among healthy people has raised concerns among internists and medical ethicists.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/11/a-smart-approach-to-performance-drugs.htm
1 Nov 2017
MKSAP Quiz: 1-month history of headaches and blurred vision
A 65-year-old man is evaluated for a 1-month history of headaches and blurred vision, early satiety, and itching that occurs after showering. He has a 90-pack-year smoking history. Following physical, cardiopulmonary and neurologic examinations, what is the most appropriate next step in diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/12/04/3.htm
4 Dec 2012
Sleep disorders may be overlooked on exams
Experts want sleep habits considered as a vital sign. Sleep problems are important in themselves and can also have consequences on other major comorbidities such as mood disorders, diabetes and hypertension.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/02/sleep.htm
1 Feb 2012
FDA OKs marketing of devices for snoring, brain protection
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/04/fda-oks-marketing-of-devices-for-snoring-brain-protection.htm
1 Apr 2021
Multiple agents effective for excessive daytime sleepiness but may be discontinued due to side effects, review finds
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 14 trials found that solriamfetol, armodafinil-modafinil, and pitolisant were associated with reduced daytime sleepiness but also with headache, insomnia, and anxiety in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/05/09/1.htm
9 May 2023
New CBC test, implant for apnea approved
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/01/new-cbc-test-implant-for-apnea-approved.htm
1 Jan 2018
Top 10 afib pearls manage cardiology's ‘bread and butter’
Atrial fibrillation has been called “the bread and butter” of cardiology, and a condition that impacts all aspects of internal medicine practice.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/06/afib.htm
1 Jun 2015
New guideline released on pharmacologic therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension in adults
A new guideline was released last week on pharmacologic therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension in adults.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/06/24/5.htm
24 Jun 2014
ED is dynamic, associated with modifiable risk factors that may precede other chronic diseases
Several modifiable risk factors for erectile dysfunction, including obesity, physical activity, and alcohol intake, were identified by a recent Australian study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/04/29/5.htm
29 Apr 2014