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Differentiating Hand and Knee OA Through Serum-Induced Cellular Signaling Patterns
Differentiating Hand and Knee OA Through Serum-Induced Cellular Signaling Patterns
The following is a summary of “Cell-integrated serum-induced signalling patterns can differentiate between hand and knee osteoarthritis patients,” published in the November 2024 issue of Hematology by Neefjes et al. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to...
Differentiating Gout Crystals from Artifacts in DECT Using DL
Differentiating Gout Crystals from Artifacts in DECT Using DL
The following is a summary of “Enhancing Gout Diagnosis with Deep Learning in Dual-energy Computed Tomography: A Retrospective Analysis of Crystal and Artifact Differentiation,” published in the November 2024 issue of Rheumatology by Choi et al. Researchers...
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Impact of Neuropathic Pain on LUTS in Patients With pSS
Impact of Neuropathic Pain on LUTS in Patients With pSS
The following is a summary of “Relationship between neuropathic pain and lower urinary tract symptom scores in patients with primary Sjögren’s syndrome,” published in the November 2024 issue of Urology by Erdik et al. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to...
Impact of Complement System on Insulin Resistance in RA
Impact of Complement System on Insulin Resistance in RA
The following is a summary of “Understanding the Role of the Complement System in Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis,” published in the November 2024 issue of Rheumatology by Rodríguez-González et al. The complement...
Long-term Outcomes and Treatment Strategies for Nodular Vasculitis
Long-term Outcomes and Treatment Strategies for Nodular Vasculitis
The following is a summary of “Nodular vasculitis – Retrospective study of an uncommon disease in a non-tuberculosis endemic country with focus on treatment modalities and efficacy,” published in the November 2024 issue of Dermatology by Guillet et al. Nodular...
Differentiating Hand and Knee OA Through Serum-Induced Cellular Signaling Patterns
Differentiating Hand and Knee OA Through Serum-Induced Cellular Signaling Patterns
The following is a summary of “Cell-integrated serum-induced signalling patterns can differentiate between hand and knee osteoarthritis patients,” published in the November 2024 issue of Hematology by Neefjes et al. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to...
Differentiating Gout Crystals from Artifacts in DECT Using DL
Differentiating Gout Crystals from Artifacts in DECT Using DL
The following is a summary of “Enhancing Gout Diagnosis with Deep Learning in Dual-energy Computed Tomography: A Retrospective Analysis of Crystal and Artifact Differentiation,” published in the November 2024 issue of Rheumatology by Choi et al. Researchers...
Impact of Neuropathic Pain on LUTS in Patients With pSS
Impact of Neuropathic Pain on LUTS in Patients With pSS
The following is a summary of “Relationship between neuropathic pain and lower urinary tract symptom scores in patients with primary Sjögren’s syndrome,” published in the November 2024 issue of Urology by Erdik et al. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to...
Impact of Complement System on Insulin Resistance in RA
Impact of Complement System on Insulin Resistance in RA
The following is a summary of “Understanding the Role of the Complement System in Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis,” published in the November 2024 issue of Rheumatology by Rodríguez-González et al. The complement...
Long-term Outcomes and Treatment Strategies for Nodular Vasculitis
Long-term Outcomes and Treatment Strategies for Nodular Vasculitis
The following is a summary of “Nodular vasculitis – Retrospective study of an uncommon disease in a non-tuberculosis endemic country with focus on treatment modalities and efficacy,” published in the November 2024 issue of Dermatology by Guillet et al. Nodular...
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Identity Theft Issues in the Medical Office
Identity Theft Issues in the Medical Office
Identity theft in the medical office setting encompasses two serious issues: fraudulent use of a patient’s coverage information and breaching medical records.
Dark Days, Restless Nights: How Winter Affects Sleep & Health
Dark Days, Restless Nights: How Winter Affects Sleep & Health
Winter affects sleep schedules through daylight shifts, reduced sunlight, and seasonal illness, negatively impacting sleep quality and overall health.
Learning to Be Patient With Severe TBI Victims
Learning to Be Patient With Severe TBI Victims
Due to a lack of intensivists in US hospitals, the popularity of eICUs is growing, but significant questions about its costs, resources, and benefits remain.
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Expert Panel Issues Enhanced Guidance for PsA Diagnosis, Assessment, and Management
This course discusses an evidence-based best practice guidance for assessing and managing patients with psoriatic arthritis.
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Identity Theft Issues in the Medical Office
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Identity theft in the medical office setting encompasses two serious issues: fraudulent use of a patient’s coverage information and breaching medical records.
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Why Successful Interoperability is Essential for Healthy Revenue
Healthcare organizations often fail to acknowledge the role that interoperability, payer denials, and medical billing play in ensuring payment to physicians.
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Defining the Standard of Care in Medical Malpractice
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