Search results for "Diabetes"
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for systemic lupus erythematosus
A 30-year-old woman is seen in follow-up. She was diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus 12 years ago. She was treated for lupus nephritis, which is now quiescent. What health risk assessment should be performed now?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/04/05/3.htm
5 Apr 2022
New drugs approved for type 2 diabetes and COPD
This regulatory update covers dapaglifozin (Farxiga) a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitor, to treat diabetes, and umeclidinium and vilanterol inhalation (Anoro Ellipta) for maintenance of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/03/fda.htm
1 Mar 2014
Be on alert for blood cancer precursors
Joseph R. Mikhael, MD, FACP, reviewed practical approaches to two premalignant conditions, monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS) and monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis (MBL).
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/07/be-on-alert-for-blood-cancer-precursors.htm
1 Jul 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for newly developed ascites
A 50-year-old man is evaluated for newly developed ascites. He has cirrhosis due to nonalcoholic steatohepatitis. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate additional treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/08/31/3.htm
31 Aug 2021
Watch out for NAFLD, treat ASAP
While nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis are dynamic processes that can progress and regress, lifestyle modification, including diet, is a must for all patients, wherever they are in their disease.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/04/watch-out-for-nafld-treat-asap.htm
1 Apr 2021
Incidentally detected bradyarrhythmias not associated with worse outcomes in older patients
Bradyarrhythmias were found in 20.8% of patients ages 70 years and older who were given an implantable loop recorder compared to 3.8% in a control group, but detection and treatment were not associated with risk of syncope or sudden death, a Danish study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/02/21/1.htm
21 Feb 2023
Guideline released on adults with Down syndrome, while study looks at COVID-19 risk
A recent clinical guideline calls for screening patients with Down syndrome for Alzheimer-type dementia starting at age 40 years and diabetes starting at age 30 years. Down syndrome is also associated with high risk for death from COVID-19, a new study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/10/27/2.htm
27 Oct 2020
Scientific statement addresses primary care's role in poststroke care
Effective communication by primary care clinicians can improve adherence to necessary interventions after stroke, boost patient motivation, and reduce barriers to care, the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association advised.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/07/27/2.htm
27 Jul 2021
SPRINT issues final report finding fewer cardiovascular events with intensive blood pressure control
Patients treated to a systolic blood pressure target less than 120 mm Hg instead of less than 140 mm Hg had lower rates of cardiovascular events but more incidence of some adverse events, according to new follow-up data.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/05/25/5.htm
25 May 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of weight gain, fatigue, easy bruising
A 48-year-old woman who works the night shift presents with a one-year history of gaining 25 pounds, as well as fatigue, easy bruising, and difficulty remembering things. Medical history is significant for hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and menopausal hot flushes. After medication review and physical exam, what is the most appropriate next step in evaluation?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/12/15/3.htm
15 Dec 2020