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Impact of Ureteric Tube Removal Timing on Urological Complications in Transplants
Impact of Ureteric Tube Removal Timing on Urological Complications in Transplants
The following is a summary of “Research on urological complication between before and after ureteric tubing removal in urinary organ transplant,” published in the November 2024 issue of Urology by Abern et al. The optimal timing of ureteric tube removal in urinary...
Comparison of cPTmax and CACS in CKD
Comparison of cPTmax and CACS in CKD
The following is a summary of “Carotid plaque thickness predicts cardiovascular events and death in patients with chronic kidney disease,” published in the October 2024 issue of Nephrology by Bjergfelt et al. Classical risk scores underestimate cardiovascular risk...
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SGLT-2 Inhibitors Beneficial for Patients With Nephrolithiasis
SGLT-2 Inhibitors Beneficial for Patients With Nephrolithiasis
TUESDAY, Nov. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with nephrolithiasis, sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor use is associated with a reduction in recurrence, according to a study published online Oct. 30 in The BMJ.Natalie McCormick, Ph.D., from...
Resilience Practices You Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being
Resilience Practices You Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being
Andrea Austin, MD, shares her insights on resilience practices clinicians can use to improve well-being and regain focus in difficult circumstances.
Study Examines Current State of PIVC Complications & Documentation
Study Examines Current State of PIVC Complications & Documentation
Overall, clinicians utilize guidance for inserting peripheral IV catheters, and studies show clinical and financial benefits associated with such guidelines.
Impact of Ureteric Tube Removal Timing on Urological Complications in Transplants
Impact of Ureteric Tube Removal Timing on Urological Complications in Transplants
The following is a summary of “Research on urological complication between before and after ureteric tubing removal in urinary organ transplant,” published in the November 2024 issue of Urology by Abern et al. The optimal timing of ureteric tube removal in urinary...
Comparison of cPTmax and CACS in CKD
Comparison of cPTmax and CACS in CKD
The following is a summary of “Carotid plaque thickness predicts cardiovascular events and death in patients with chronic kidney disease,” published in the October 2024 issue of Nephrology by Bjergfelt et al. Classical risk scores underestimate cardiovascular risk...
SGLT-2 Inhibitors Beneficial for Patients With Nephrolithiasis
SGLT-2 Inhibitors Beneficial for Patients With Nephrolithiasis
TUESDAY, Nov. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with nephrolithiasis, sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor use is associated with a reduction in recurrence, according to a study published online Oct. 30 in The BMJ.Natalie McCormick, Ph.D., from...
Resilience Practices You Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being
Resilience Practices You Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being
Andrea Austin, MD, shares her insights on resilience practices clinicians can use to improve well-being and regain focus in difficult circumstances.
Study Examines Current State of PIVC Complications & Documentation
Study Examines Current State of PIVC Complications & Documentation
Overall, clinicians utilize guidance for inserting peripheral IV catheters, and studies show clinical and financial benefits associated with such guidelines.
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Reducing In-Home Smoking: Practical Approaches for Primary Care Clinicians
Reducing In-Home Smoking: Practical Approaches for Primary Care Clinicians
Clinicians can use strategies to reduce in-home smoking, including coaching sessions, educating patients about indoor pollutants, and reinforcing behavioral change.
LGBTQ Underrepresentation in Value-Based Care
LGBTQ Underrepresentation in Value-Based Care
The success of inclusive value-based care is essential to improving population health disparities and health outcomes for the LGBTQ community.
Why Aren’t Your Patients Taking Their Meds?
Why Aren’t Your Patients Taking Their Meds?
All kinds of different reasons exist for why patients aren't taking their medications. Learning patients' reasons can help physicians address the problem.
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