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Lupus patient readmission rates are high and vary considerably by hospital, region, study finds
Approximately 1 in 6 hospitalized patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) were readmitted to the hospital within 30 days, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/08/12/5.htm
12 Aug 2014
MKSAP Quiz: 1-month history of progressive rash
A 22-year-old woman is evaluated for a 1-month history of progressive rash on the face, chest, and arms following sun exposure. She also has experienced wrist arthralgia and malaise for the past 2 weeks. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/05/mksap-quiz-1-month-history-of-progressive-rash.htm
1 May 2022
MKSAP Quiz: 2-week history of fatigue, poor appetite, arthralgia, and rash
A 19-year-old woman is evaluated for a 2-week history of fatigue, poor appetite, arthralgia of the hands and knees, and a rash, all of which appeared 1 day after a beach trip. After physical exam, lab studies, and kidney ultrasound, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test to perform next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/01/17/3.htm
17 Jan 2023
Improving celiac disease diagnosis
Celiac disease should be part of the differential diagnosis for several classic clinical presentations, but atypical symptoms, including constipation, can cause doctors to overlook some patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/02/improving-celiac-disease-diagnosis.htm
1 Feb 2023
New guidelines released on lupus nephritis
The American College of Rheumatology released new guidelines last week on the screening, treatment and management of lupus nephritis, the first to specifically cover this topic.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/05/15/2.htm
15 May 2012
Managing DOACs in primary care
Primary care physicians play a crucial role in ongoing anticoagulation management, including educating patients about the signs of venous thromboembolism.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/04/managing-doacs-in-primary-care.htm
1 Apr 2022
MKSAP Quiz: chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 38-year-old man with an 18-month history of chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/06/19/3.htm
19 Jun 2012
MKSAP Quiz: managing systemic lupus erythematosus during pregnancy
This week's quiz asks readers to advise a 29-year-old pregnant woman with systemic lupus erythematosus.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/08/21/3.htm
21 Aug 2012
MKSAP Quiz: 4-week history of joint pain, rash
A 33-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-week history of recurrent worsening joint pain and a new rash on the chest and upper back. She reports sun exposure from spending time at the beach. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis for the rash?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/05/mksap-quiz-4-week-history-of-joint-pain-rash.htm
1 May 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for easy bruising
A 48-year-old woman is evaluated for easy bruising. She has no history of gingival bleeding, menorrhagia, or bleeding following procedures. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/03/28/3.htm
28 Mar 2023