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Nonpharmacologic management of the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
A Simplified Approach to Evaluate and Manage Shoulder Pain
With the lifetime prevalence of shoulder pain approaching 70%, accurate diagnosis and management remains essential. The shoulder is a complex joint with a vast range of motion making it susceptible to injury due to limited bony stabilization. This manuscript shares a simplified, novel approach...
Practical Recommendations for Minimizing Pain and Anxiety with IUD Insertion
Background: Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are one of the most effective, long-lasting, and convenient contraceptive methods available in the United States. Unfortunately, the anticipated pain and anxiety associated with an IUD insertion procedure deter many people from using this contraceptive...
Age-Related Cataract Extraction Is Associated With Decreased Falls, Fractures, and Intracranial Hemorrhages in Older Adults
Background: Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion (CEIOL) is among the most frequently performed surgeries in the United States and is indicated for individuals with age-related cataracts causing visual impairment. The association between CEIOL and falls and hip fractures has been...
Active Monitoring With or Without Endocrine Therapy for Low-Risk Ductal Carcinoma In Situ: The COMET Randomized Clinical Trial
Importance Active monitoring for low-risk ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast has been proposed as an alternative to guideline-concordant care, but the safety of this approach is unknown.
Objective To compare rates of invasive cancer in patients with low-risk DCIS receiving...
Effect of gut microbiome modulation on muscle function and cognition: the PROMOTe randomised controlled trial
Studies suggest that inducing gut microbiota changes may alter both muscle physiology and cognitive behaviour. Gut microbiota may play a role in both anabolic resistance of older muscle, and cognition. In this placebo controlled double blinded randomised controlled trial of 36 twin pairs (72...
Canadian guideline for Parkinson disease
KEY POINTS
This guideline update reflects substantial changes in the literature on diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson disease, and adds information on palliative care.
Impulse control disorders can develop in a person with Parkinson disease who is on any dopaminergic...
Prostate Cancer: A Review
Importance: Prostate cancer is the most common nonskin cancer in men in the US, with an estimated 299 010 new cases and 35 250 deaths in 2024. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men worldwide, with 1 466 680 new cases and 396 792 deaths in 2022.
Observations: The most...
Eating Disorders: A Review
Importance: Eating disorders are characterized by disturbances in eating behavior and occur worldwide, with a lifetime prevalence of 2% to 5%. They are more common among females than males and may be associated with medical and psychiatric complications, impaired functioning, and decreased...
Male-Partner Treatment to Prevent Recurrence of Bacterial Vaginosis
Background
Bacterial vaginosis affects one third of reproductive-aged women, and recurrence is common. Evidence of sexual exchange of bacterial vaginosis–associated organisms between partners suggests that male-partner treatment may increase the likelihood of cure.
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