Search results for "Opioid use disorder"
Routine opioid use disorder screening fails to significantly increase new diagnosis rates
This may be due to the sensitivity of the screening instrument, compounded by the stigma of opioid use disorder; addressing the latter may increase the instrument's sensitivity, the authors suggest.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/10/17/2.htm
17 Oct 2023
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/11/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Nov 2023
Buprenorphine, cannabis, and other periop challenges
An expert at a recent hospital medicine conference reviewed the latest on perioperative management of medications.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/01/buprenorphine-cannabis-and-other-periop-challenges.htm
1 Jan 2024
OUD risk tests, gene therapies for sickle cell approved
This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/02/oud-risk-tests-gene-therapies-for-sickle-cell-approved.htm
1 Feb 2024
New 'weighs' to treat obesity
Even as the data on weight loss drugs mount, physicians need to help patients navigate potentially prohibitive costs and a continuing need for lifestyle change.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/03/new-weighs-to-treat-obesity.htm
1 Mar 2024
MKSAP Quiz: 3-year history of pain in muscles, joints
A 47-year-old woman is evaluated for a 3-year history of pain in all of her muscles and joints. She is a commercial truck driver. Her sleep is poor, and she awakens unrefreshed. She completes a fibromyalgia diagnostic questionnaire and meets the criteria for fibromyalgia. She has anxiety and depression. Following a physical exam and lab results, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/04/02/3.htm
2 Apr 2024