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Fall Risk High for Those With HIV

February 14, 2013

Middle-aged patients infected with HIV appear to have a high risk for falls. A study found that multiple comorbidities, medications, and functional impairment were predictive of falls. Researchers suggested that fall risks be assessed routinely as a part of care for those with HIV.…

The Black Dog: An Unwanted Side Effect in the ED

The Black Dog: An Unwanted Side Effect in the ED | Medical Blog

There is always a risk of patients at their worst in the ED, feeding the black dog of depression that rests his forepaws on your tired shoulder.

First Retinal Implant for Rare Genetic Eye Disease | Medical Blog

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the Argus II Retinal Prosthesis System, the first implanted device to treat adult patients with advanced retinitis pigmentosa (RP). The device, which includes a small video camera, transmitter mounted on a pair of eyeglasses, video processing unit (VPU) and an implanted retinal prosthesis (artificial retina), replaces the function of degenerated cells in the retina (a membrane inside the eye) and may improve a patient’s ability to perceive images and movement.…

The Pros & Cons of Robotic Bladder Cancer Surgery

The Pros & Cons of Robotic Bladder Cancer Surgery | Opinion Article

Robotic-assisted surgical removal of the bladder is becoming increasingly popular for treating bladder cancer, despite being more expensive than traditional surgery.

Cerebral Aneurysms: Analyzing the Treatment Shift

Cerebral Aneurysms: Analyzing the Treatment Shift | Feature

February 13, 2013

Research shows that most unruptured cerebral aneurysms are currently treated with endovascular coiling while surgical clipping is more commonly being reserved for treating ruptured aneurysms.

Brain Aneurysm

Brain Aneurysm | eMedia

February 12, 2013

Video provided by: Islam Gawish…

Communicating More Effectively at ED Discharge

Communicating More Effectively at ED Discharge | Feature

Communication at discharge is an important aspect of high-quality ED care. Before patients leave the ED, several strategies can be used to enhance recall of instructions and ensure that patients truly understand how to proceed after discharge.

Varied Use of Drug-Eluting Stents: Examining the Effect

Varied Use of Drug-Eluting Stents: Examining the Effect | Feature

New data show that the use of drug-eluting stents (DES) varies widely throughout the United States, especially in patients at low risk of restenosis. Lowering use of DES may lead to cost savings for the healthcare system.

Updated Guidelines for RA Treatment

Updated Guidelines for RA Treatment | Opinion Article

February 11, 2013

The ACR update re-emphasizes the importance of aggressive treatment in early RA. In addition to better outcomes, early intensive treatment can help patients maintain physical function and quality of life.

Study: Women With Severe Endometriosis More Attractive

Study: Women With Severe Endometriosis More Attractive | Guest Blog

The authors postulated that higher estrogen levels are linked with attractiveness. Some issues come to mind after reading this paper.

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