Applied Evidence
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Applied Evidence
How do you spell relief for irritable bowel syndrome?
Many treatment options lack strong evidence for their efficacy. Others have proven efficacy, but restricted use.
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Applied Evidence
Did a switch to a generic antidepressant cause relapse?
Original Research
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Original Research
A shift in referral patterns for HIV/AIDS patients
This follow-up study shows that FPs are more likely to make quick referrals of HIV/AIDS patients than a decade ago.
Clinical Inquiries
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Clinical Inquiries
What is the best way to evaluate an acute traumatic knee injury?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Use the Ottawa Knee Rules. When there is a possibility of fracture, they can guide the use of radiography in adults who...
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Clinical Inquiries
Which clinical features and lab findings increase the likelihood of temporal arteritis?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Jaw claudication, diplopia, or a temporal artery abnormality on physical exam increase the likelihood of temporal arteritis...
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Clinical Inquiries
Which patients undergoing noncardiac surgery benefit from perioperative beta-blockers?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Patients with moderate to high cardiac risk (a Revised Cardiac Risk Index [RCRI] score of 2 or higher [TABLE]) have a...
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Clinical Inquiries
What are the repercussions of disclosing a medical error?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Physicians and their staff may experience a resolution of anxiety and guilt that can improve their well-being (strength of...
Commentary
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Commentary
What if it’s cancer?
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Commentary
Diagnostic tips for ophthalmic zoster
Photo Rounds
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Photo Rounds
Dusky plaque on the knee
Our patient wasn’t surprised that she got a scar after a recent fall. But she was surprised when it started to grow.