Critical Care
CE/CME
Click for Credit: Short-term NSAIDs; endometriosis; more
Topics include: Short-term NSAID use • chronic liver disease & pneumonia • Antibiotic prescribing • fractures in older men • ART for younger...
Conference Coverage
Obesity paradox extends to PE patients
SAN ANTONIO – The obese patients in the analysis had a lower mortality risk, despite receiving more thrombolytics.
Conference Coverage
Chronic liver disease raises death risk in pneumonia patients
SAN ANTONIO – Liver disease increased the risk of intubation in pneumonia patients.
News
AGA Guideline: Treatment of opioid-induced constipation
Laxative therapies, including stimulant laxatives are recommended; for truly laxative-refractory constipation, a trial of peripherally acting mu-...
Conference Coverage
Biomarker duo rapidly identifies serious bacterial infections
MALMO, SWEDEN – Serum procalcitonin/CRP combo facilitates early diagnosis, predicts outcome.
Primary Care Medical Abstracts
Abstract: Is Adherence to the American College of Chest Physicians Recommended Anticoagulation Treatment Duration Associated With Different Outcomes Among Patients With Venous Thromboembolism?
The American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) recommends three months or at least six months of oral anticoagulant therapy, depending on history...
Grand Rounds
Boy, 9, With Eye Pain, Blurred Vision, and Tearing
While at school, a 9-year-old boy experienced sudden-onset irritation and pain in his right eye, causing him to rub it. He says it feels like...
Radiology Review
When the Fix Fails
A 60-year-old woman suddenly collapses and becomes unresponsive. After being stabilized, she is transferred to your facility. See what a...
Clinical Review
Acute Management of Severe Asymptomatic Hypertension
Hypertension is the most common chronic condition in the US, and when blood pressure spikes, it can indicate a hypertensive urgency or emergency....
News
Dabigatran, rivaroxaban linked to slight increase in GI bleeding risk
Overall, the risk of major bleeds associated with NOACs was similar to the risk with conventional anticoagulants.