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ACE inhibitors, ARBs most effective against ESRD in patients with diabetes, kidney disease
However, no regimen to lower blood pressure seems to prolong survival, a recent analysis has found.
Newer oral contraceptives may be associated with higher clot risks
A study using data from 2 large primary care databases in the U.K. looked at oral contraceptive use in younger women who had a first diagnosis of venous thromboembolism.
MKSAP Quiz: 5-year history of recurrent headache
A 28-year-old man is evaluated for a 5-year history of recurrent headache that occurs several times per month and lasts 12 to 24 hours. He describes the headache as a bilateral frontal pressure associated with nasal congestion and sensitivity to light, sound, and smell. The pain is generally moderate in intensity but worsens when he bends forward or exercises and has caused him to miss 3 days of work recently. Following a physical exam and neurological exam, what is the most appropriate management of this patient's disorder?
Antibiotic prescription rates similar, often inappropriate, for telemedicine and office visits
Both settings had high rates of inappropriate prescribing for conditions such as bronchitis, raising concerns about increased health care costs and antibiotic resistance, a study found.
ACP supports White House antibiotic stewardship forum
Today ACP is participating in a White House forum on antibiotic stewardship, where commitments are being announced to implement changes over the next 5 years to slow the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, detect resistant strains, preserve the efficacy of existing antibiotics, and prevent the spread of resistant infections.
An EHR wish list
Yul Ejnes, MD, MACP, continues his monthly column at KevinMD.com in a post about his EHR wish list.
Vote for your favorite entry
ACP Internist Weekly's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite caption to determine the winner.