Search results for "Nephrology"
Examination of statin use in relation to guidelines reveals underuse in CKD patients
Differing statin guidelines are fairly concordant on use of the drugs in adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD), a study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/11/25/5.htm
25 Nov 2014
Cystatin C beats creatinine at predicting complications of kidney disease
Depression quality improvement program seeks participantsHelp choose the best name for ACP's advocacy program
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/12/21/6.htm
21 Dec 2010
‘Goldilocks' goal for diabetes and CKD
Managing kidney disease in diabetes requires meeting individualized parameters and balancing risks in nephrology and cardiology. Learn whether more aggressive treatment is warranted in this population.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/11/diabetes.htm
1 Nov 2012
Digoxin may be harmful in hemodialysis patients
Most physicians think free lunches, small gifts OK
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/06/29/5.htm
29 Jun 2010
MKSAP Quiz: 3-month history of swelling of the face, hands, and feet
A 53-year-old woman is evaluated for a 3-month history of swelling of the face, hands, and feet. She has untreated hepatitis C virus infection. She takes lithium for bipolar disorder. She has no additional symptoms. After a physical exam, lab results and kidney biopsy, what is the most likely cause of this patient's nephrotic syndrome?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/05/19/3.htm
19 May 2015
40 years in health policy, then 40 days in the hospital
My time as a patient made me more aware, in a way that researching and writing about health policy can never do, that although my care experience was mostly positive, this is not the case for millions.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/03/40-years-in-health-policy-then-40-days-in-the-hospital.htm
1 Mar 2022
ACP releases Spanish-language edition of MKSAP 18
The Spanish-language version will help Latin American and Spanish internists, subspecialists, and primary care physicians upgrade their knowledge and prepare for board certification.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/12/17/6.htm
17 Dec 2019
Dabigatran, rivaroxaban prescriptions increasing for dialysis patients with afib
More patients with atrial fibrillation who also receive hemodialysis are being prescribed dabigatran and rivaroxaban despite contraindications, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/01/27/4.htm
27 Jan 2015
Test Yourself: MKSAP Quiz
A 32-year-old man comes to the office after being told at a health fair screening that he had blood in his urine.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/02/mksap.htm
1 Feb 2009
MKSAP Quiz: preconception evaluation with hypertension
A 25-year-old woman comes for a preconception evaluation. She has a history of hypertension that is well controlled with lisinopril. Medical history is otherwise unremarkable. Following a physical exam, lab studies, and an electrocardiogram, what medication adjustments should be made before this patient proceeds with pregnancy?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/01/13/3.htm
13 Jan 2015