Exome Sequencing in Undiagnosed Genetic Conditions
This interesting study utilized next-generation sequencing to uncover novel genetic mutations in patients for whom standard genetic tests had failed.......[Read More]
Prognostic Models for Stable Coronary Artery Disease
Could these prognostic models be used in clinical practice to support risk stratification for patients with CAD?......[Read More]
CD26 Usefulness in Flow Cytometric Analysis of Peripheral Blood in Sézary
Is CD26 useful in flow cytometric evaluation of peripheral blood from Sezary syndrome patients? What's the individual and combined usefulness of major T-cell antigen loss and loss of CD26 expression?......[Read More]
Malaria and Travel Between Africa and the UK
What factors constrain or enhance the uptake of effective malaria prevention measures in people travelling between Africa and the UK?......[Read More]
Antithrombotic Therapy in Older Adults in Long-term Care
What are physicians prescribing with regard to antithrombotic therapy for long-term care residents, and what may influence their choice?......[Read More]
Perioperative Statin Therapy in High Risk Surgery Patients
Perioperative statin therapy may decrease risk for cardiovascular morbidity in patients undergoing heart surgery.......[Read More]
Differentiation of Oncocytoma From Chromophobe RCC
Newly described biomarkers may increase the ability to differentiate benign renal oncocytoma from other renal cell carcinomas with a greater chance of metastasis.......[Read More]
Chemoprevention of Prostate Cancer: Myths and Realities
Many potential chemotherapeutic interventions have been proposed for the prevention of prostate cancer. Do any really work?......[Read More]
Supporting Preventive Dentistry Initiatives for Physicians
Could preventive dental services offered by non-dental healthcare providers help to improve access to oral healthcare for children?......[Read More]
Comparing Chronic Pain Treatment Seekers
Do characteristics of patients seeking chronic pain treatment in primary care differ from those seeking treatment in tertiary care settings?......[Read More]
Dementia Screening and Management Practices of APRNs
Dementia: Learn to screen (for) it like you mean it.......[Read More]
Medical vs. Dental Providers of Oral Health Services
Most state Medicaid programs now reimburse primary care physicians for delivery of preventive oral health care to young children. Do they fare as well as those who've seen dentists?......[Read More]
Acute Mercury Poisoning Presenting as Fever of Unknown Origin
This strange case of a woman with high fever, sore throat, an extensive rash, along with itching, nausea, and muscle pain, presents a diagnostic challenge. What was the cause of her diverse symptoms?......[Read More]
Anaesthetic Management of Patients With Severe Sepsis
Patients with sepsis often require surgical intervention, but anaesthesia can be hazardous in these unstable patients. How should this high-risk situation be approached?......[Read More]
Setting the Facts Straight on Wikipedia
Writing or editing entries on the popular online encyclopedia will not only help improve the quality of information but could be a useful learning experience as well.......[Read More]
Nonadherence to Antiretroviral Therapy in HIV-Infected Patients
This study examines correlates of self-reported nonadherence; study population included HIV+ persons on ART for at least 6 months and had large proportions of people of different transmission groups.......[Read More]
Cholesteryl Ester Storage Disease
Could a new enzyme replacement therapy offer hope for patients with cholesteryl ester storage disease--a rare, and often misdiagnosed, lysosomal storage disorder?......[Read More]
On-the-Job Writing Tasks of Clerkship Preceptors
Clerkship preceptors reported writing numerous types of documents.......[Read More]
Pharmacogenomics in the Curricula of Colleges and Schools of Pharmacy
Are colleges of pharmacy preparing students for the future of pharmacogenomics?......[Read More]
Ferric Carboxymaltose in Patients With HF and Iron Deficiency
Impaired iron homeostasis may be one mechanism underlying the poor physical condition of patients with heart failure, but is IV iron a feasible option for improving quality of life?......[Read More]