Refining COVID-19 Mortality Estimates with Seroprevalence
The following is a summary of “A comparative analysis of COVID-19 seroprevalence rates, observed infection rates, and infection-related mortality,” published in the January 2025 issue of Infectious...
View ArticleSurvival Outcomes in Advanced Endometrial Cancer with Lenvatinib plus...
The following is a summary of “First-Line Lenvatinib Plus Pembrolizumab Versus Chemotherapy for Advanced Endometrial Cancer: A Randomized, Open-Label, Phase III Trial,” published in the November 2024...
View ArticleThe Link Between Psoriasis Risk & Life’s Essential 8
Higher cardiovascular health scores on Life’s Essential 8 were linked to a significantly lower risk for psoriasis in a large, cross-sectional study. Better scores on an American Heart Association...
View ArticlePhysician Partnerships: Planning Tips to Avoid a Messy Business “Divorce”
In physician partnerships, a well-planned exit strategy helps physicians minimize conflicts and ensures a smooth transition when partners leave the practice. When forming or continuing a medical...
View ArticleComparing Liberal and Restrictive Transfusion Strategies in TBI
The following is a summary of “Transfusion Practices in Traumatic Brain Injury: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials,” published in the January 2025 issue of Critical...
View ArticleMortality Factors in Carbapenemase-Producing MDR Infections
The following is a summary of “Carbapenemase production and in-hospital mortality associated with multidrug-resistant bacteria: a retrospective study conducted in Granada, Spain,” published in the...
View ArticleExploring Platelet Lysate and ACS in Elbow Disorder Treatment
The following is a summary of “Autologous Peripheral Blood-Derived Orthobiologics for the Management of Elbow Disorders: A Review of Current Clinical Evidence,” published in the January 2025 issue of...
View ArticleCME/CE: Q&A: Part 1: Managing Progression of Diabetic Macular Edema
This course discusses a Q&A that explores how recent advances in treatment are affecting outcomes for patients with advanced diabetic macular edema. The post CME/CE: Q&A: Part 1: Managing...
View ArticleCME/CE: Spotting Apical HCM: ECG Patterns Identified to Support Differential...
This course discusses a study that evaluated the extent to which electrocardiograms help with apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy diagnosis. The post CME/CE: Spotting Apical HCM: ECG Patterns Identified...
View ArticleFor California Farmworkers, Telehealth Visits With Mexican Doctors Fill a Gap
SALINAS, Calif. — This coastal valley made famous by the novelist John Steinbeck is sometimes known affectionately as “America’s salad bowl,” though the planting and harvesting is done mostly by...
View ArticleMachine Learning Enhancing Cardiac Imaging Detection
The following is a summary of “Advancements in Artificial Intelligence in Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging: A Comprehensive Review,” published in the January 2025 issue of Cardiology by Tolu-Akinnawo et al....
View ArticleBoosting Cervical Cancer Screening with ED Interventions
The following is a summary of “Low-cost interventions to increase uptake of cervical cancer screening among emergency department patients: Results of a randomized clinical trial,” published in the...
View ArticleStatistical Approach for Analyzing Multi-Pathogen PCR in Studies
The following is a summary of “How likely is it that a virus or bacteria is causing a patient’s symptoms? A new approach to interpret the outcome from multi-pathogen PCR,” published in the January 2025...
View ArticleLow Back Pain’s Effect on Physical Activity in OAs
The following is a summary of “Association of previous and current non-chronic low back pain with daily physical activity in middle- and older-aged adults,” published in the January 2025 issue of Pain...
View ArticlePanOptix vs Synergy IOLs in Visual Acuity, Satisfaction, and Side Effects
The following is a summary of “Visual Outcomes and Patient Satisfaction of Two Continuous Range of Vision Intraocular Lenses,” published in the January 2025 issue of Ophthalmology by Micheletti et al....
View ArticleMicrobial Dynamics and Immune Response to NTHi in COPD
The following is a summary of “NTHi killing activity is reduced in COPD patients and is associated with a differential microbiome,” published in the January 2025 issue of Pulmonology by Gopalakrishnan...
View ArticlePrioritization of Goals of Care Among Providers in Surgical Settings
The following is a summary of “Recognizing the Need for Goals of Care Conversations Among Critically Ill Surgical Patients,” published in the February 2025 issue of Critical Care by Meredyth et al....
View ArticleUncertainty in Cost-Effectiveness Analyses of Influenza Vaccines
The following is a summary of “Critical assessment of uncertainty in economic evaluations on influenza vaccines for the elderly population in Spain,” published in the February 2025 issue of Infectious...
View ArticleNoninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation Enhances CHF Treatment
The following is a summary of “A Meta-Analysis on the Efficacy of Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation Combined With Pressure Support Ventilation in Treating Chronic Heart Failure,” published in...
View ArticleWork System Factors Shaping Emergency Department Work Life
The following is a summary of “Key factors for sustainable working conditions in emergency departments: an EUSEM-initiated, Europe-wide consensus survey,” published in the February 2025 issue of...
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