Applied Evidence

Cirrhosis complications: Keeping them under control

Author:

Suzanne E. Minor, MD, FAAFP

Irmanie Eliacin, MD

Sanaz Kashan, MD

Ebony B. Whisenant, MD

Ascites, variceal bleeding, hepatic encephalopathy, and hepatorenal syndrome are among the complications you are likely to encounter when caring...

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Applied Evidence

Improving our approach to preventive care

Author:

Gerald Liu, MD

Allen Perkins, MD, MPH

Lamar Duffy, MD

Many components of the chronic care model can be successfully applied to preventive care, evidence shows. Here’s how to do more with the resources...

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Applied Evidence

Managing dyspepsia

Author:

Michael Malone, MD

Although most cases of dyspepsia lack a structural cause, patients often suffer intermittently for years. In this article and treatment algorithm...

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Applied Evidence

Your postop patient is confused and agitated—next steps?

Author:

Jackson Ng, MD

Cynthia X. Pan, MD

Aleksander Geube, MD

Your older patient exhibits signs and symptoms that suggest delirium. Here’s how to best handle this complication.

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Case Reports

Bifrontal headache • blurred vision • vomiting • Dx?

Author:

W. Michael Hughes, DO, MS

Jose M. Villalon-Gomez, MD, MPH

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Case Reports

Burning pain from chest to back • allodynia and hyperesthesia • extreme sensitivity at the left T5 dermatome • Dx?

Author:

Belle Tamir, BA

Roni Peleg, MD

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Commentary

Let’s talk about the evidence

Author:

John Hickner, MD, MSc

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HelpDesk

Is it safe to add long-acting β-2 agonists to inhaled corticosteroids in patients with persistent asthma?

Author:

Laurie Townsend, MD, MBA

Diane J. Madlon-Kay, MD, MS

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HelpDesk

Do hormonal contraceptives lead to weight gain?

Author:

Maria Albright, MD

Saira Rani, MD

Thomas Gavagan, MD, MPH

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Medical Verdicts

Missed case of group A strep results in amputation ... More

Author:

John Hickner, MD, MSc

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