Search results for "Osteoporosis"
MKSAP quiz: Follow-up for multiple myeloma
A 62-year-old man diagnosed with multiple myeloma 3 weeks ago is found to have multiple lytic lesions in the spine and pelvis on follow-up examination. His vertebral height was maintained. He is receiving bortezomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone for myeloma. After physical examination and laboratory studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/04/30/3.htm
30 Apr 2019
Changes made to opioid prescribing information
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/06/changes-made-to-opioid-prescribing-information.htm
1 Jun 2019
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for a new-patient visit
A 55-year-old woman is evaluated for a new-patient visit. Medical history is significant for an eating disorder. Although she has maintained a normal weight for the past 20 years, she notes that prior to that time her weight would fluctuate in a range correlating with BMIs of 17 to 19. Family history is significant for postmenopausal osteoporosis in her mother. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management of this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/03/27/3.htm
27 Mar 2018
Decision aids integral to shared decision making
When used properly and in the correct situation, decision aids save time and costs by better meeting patient needs and increasing adherence.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/05/decision-aids-integral-to-shared-decision-making.htm
1 May 2019
MKSAP Quiz: 18-month history of knee pain
A 55-year-old woman is evaluated for an 18-month history of increasingly severe knee pain with the inability to arise when seated on the floor. She does not have pain at rest or nocturnal pain. Following a physical exam and radiography, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/06/11/3.htm
11 Jun 2019
Patients and priorities in prostate cancer care
Prostate cancer requires men to work through a multitude of treatment options, and if the patient ends up settling on active surveillance, then the internist's role is even more important moving forward.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/11/patients-and-priorities-in-prostate-cancer-care.htm
1 Nov 2017
Inappropriate medications prescribed in some Medicare patients with CKD, study finds
Over a third of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) enrolled in a Medicare plan's Medication Therapy Management program in 2018 received a prescription for at least one potentially inappropriate medication.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/02/02/5.htm
2 Feb 2021
How to start and stop bisphosphonates
A new online tool and a few simple rules can inform internists how to start bisphosphonates and when to consider taking a drug holiday at the request of another physician, a dentist or even the patient.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/06/bisphosphonates.htm
1 Jun 2013
MKSAP Quiz: Severe back pain following a minor fall
A 63-year-old man is evaluated for severe mid-upper back pain following a minor fall 1 day ago. He also notes progressive fatigue of 6 months' duration and a 6.8-kg (15-lb) weight loss. Following a physical exam, cardiopulmonary examination, and radiographs, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/10/03/3.htm
3 Oct 2017
Managing HIV with testing, prevention
Antiretroviral therapy has made an impact in treating HIV, but preexposure prophylaxis has created a huge opportunity in preventing infection, with internists poised to play a role.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/03/managing-hiv-with-testing-prevention.htm
1 Mar 2020