ICYMI

Aerobic Activity Reduces Depression in Patients With Cancer

Nov 4, 2024

For adults with cancer, physical activity was associated with a small but significant decline in depression versus usual care, control, or no intervention.

Tenecteplase Safety Similar to TPA for Acute Ischemic Stroke

Nov 4, 2024

For the treatment of acute ischemic stroke, tenecteplase has improved functional outcome, reduced disability, and demonstrated similar safety to alteplase.

Antibiotics for 7 Days Feasible for Inpatient Bloodstream Infections

Nov 4, 2024

Treatment with seven days of antibiotics is non-inferior to 14 days for hospitalized patients with bloodstream infections.

Algorithm Detects Inflammation in axSpA

Nov 4, 2024

A deep-learning algorithm showed acceptable performance for detecting sacroiliac joint inflammation on MRI, which could aid axial spondyloarthritis diagnosis.

ChatGPT4 Comparable to Rheumatologists for SLE Questions

Nov 4, 2024

ChatGPT4 showed reliable and empathetic responses to common SLE patient questions, scoring well on scientific validity, empathy, and satisfaction.

Vaccination Less Likely With Social Vulnerability & Black Race

Nov 4, 2024

Vaccination for influenza, SARS-CoV-2, and RSV is less likely with greater social vulnerability and Black race, according to findings presented at IDWeek 2024.

More Than One Million Deaths Attributed to Antimicrobial Resistance

Nov 4, 2024

Antimicrobial resistance increased from 1990 to 2021, with a more than 80% increase in associated mortality among adults aged 70 and older.

Few With Abnormal Protein Dipstick Results Have Albuminuria Testing

Nov 1, 2024

Few patients with abnormal protein dipstick results have follow-up albuminuria quantification, though follow-up occurred more often in patients with diabetes.

Ultrasonic Propulsion of Kidney Stone Fragments Cuts Relapse

Nov 1, 2024

Ultrasonic propulsion-facilitated clearance of kidney stone fragments extended mean time to relapse by more than 50% and reduced the risk for relapse.

Diabetes Care During Infusion & Oncology Visits Improves Outcomes

Nov 1, 2024

Integrating diabetes care into infusion and oncology visits improved patient outcomes, including visit adherence, and provided a patient-centric model of care.

Advanced Care Planning Feasible During Infusion Sessions

Nov 1, 2024

Hemodialysis and chemotherapy infusion sessions provide opportunities for veterans to complete advance care planning, including advanced directives.

US Kindergarteners’ Coverage Dropped for All Vaccines in 2023 to 2024

Nov 1, 2024

Vaccination coverage among US kindergartners for the 2023 to 2024 school year dropped for all reported vaccines, according to findings from the CDC.

Preteen Screen Time Impacts Adolescent Mental Health

Nov 1, 2024

Screen time in preteens is associated with mental health in adolescence, with the strongest association seen for depressive and conduct symptoms.

Lasting Benefit With Prostatic Artery Embolization for BPH

Nov 1, 2024

Prostatic artery embolization is safe and effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia, showing significant symptom improvement over 24 months.

Dietary Guideline Adherence Beneficial in Prostate Cancer

Nov 1, 2024

Men who adhered to dietary guidelines had a lower risk for grade reclassification, with higher Healthy Eating Index scores linked to better outcomes.

Shear Wave Elastography Beneficial in Diagnosing Myelofibrosis

Oct 29, 2024

Shear wave elastography differentiates myelofibrosis from essential thrombocytopenia and polycythemia vera and may help diagnose myeloproliferative neoplasms.

ECG Parameter Linked With PAH Prognosis

Oct 28, 2024

A study of electrocardiograph parameters found longer RS time was linked to poor prognosis in PAH, suggesting this marker can add value to risk stratification.