Search results for "Hypertension"
MKSAP Quiz: intermittent claudication
Symptoms aren't always effective in diagnosing early ovarian cancer, study finds
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/02/3.htm
2 Feb 2010
Sibutramine contraindicated in patients with CVD
Propose workshops for future meetings of Internal MedicineNew ACPNet project on low back painPractice improvement Webinars for the Medical Home Builder
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/02/9.htm
2 Feb 2010
Higher copayments lead to more hospitalizations
Nipro syringes and needle sets recalledSibutramine contraindicated in patients with CVD
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/02/6.htm
2 Feb 2010
For the record
The “Test yourself” item in last week's ACP InternistWeekly contained an error. The last sentence of the critique should have read “Thiazide-type diuretics should generally be used as initial therapy for most patients with hypertension, either alone or in combination with an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, an angiotensin receptor blocker, a ß-blocker, or a calcium-channel blocker,” not “and angiotensin receptor blocker …”. The sentence has been corrected.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/09/12.htm
9 Feb 2010
Didanosine gets labeling change
Put words in our mouth
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/09/7.htm
9 Feb 2010
CVD risk higher in patients with migraines, study finds
MKSAP Quiz: Renal symptoms following squamous-cell lung cancer resection
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/16/2.htm
16 Feb 2010
Major Tylenol recall; FDA concerned about BPA and children
Approvals, recalls, and other regulatory news.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/fda.htm
1 Mar 2010
Remote monitoring: Out of sight, right in line
Remote monitoring programs help physicians and nurses ensure continuity of care for elderly patients with chronic conditions. The goal is to catch problems early and improve self-management. Another goal: provide physician reimbursement.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/telemedicine.htm
1 Mar 2010
Screen for depression—but be ready for the results
Depression can be a complicated issue. It's co-morbid with certain conditions and can affect the outcomes of other diseases. But primary care practices may not be set up to handle screening properly. Ensuring resources are in place makes the difference when screening.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/editors.htm
1 Mar 2010
Letters to the Editor
Readers respond to the ACP Internist cover story that questioned the value of the annual physical exam. Whether they are for or against the practice, their opinions are strongly held.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/03/letters.htm
1 Mar 2010