The risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease increases with advancing age. Elevated LDL-cholesterol and non-HDL-cholesterol levels remain predictive of incident atherosclerotic cardiovascular events among individuals older than 75 years. Risk prediction among older individuals is less...
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A Person-Centered Approach to Supplemental Oxygen Therapy in the Outpatient Setting: A Review
Importance: Approximately 1.5 million adults in the US use supplemental oxygen annually in the outpatient setting. However, many do not receive delivery systems that adequately meet their needs, and few receive education about devices or how to maintain independence. This Review summarizes...
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Breastfeeding and Health Outcomes for Infants and Children
Objectives. To review the evidence on the association between breastfeeding and infant and child health outcomes, including the extent to which these associations vary by the intensity, duration, mode, and source of breastmilk consumption. In this review, breastfeeding refers to feeding...
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Care of Patients With Chronic Venous Disease of the Legs
This JAMA Clinical Guidelines Synopsis summarizes the 2022-2023 recommendations on evaluation and management of chronic venous disease of the lower extremities from the Society for Vascular Surgery, American Venous Forum, and American Vein and Lymphatic Society.
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Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Review
Importance: Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) is a high-grade neuroendocrine carcinoma with an incidence of 4.7 cases per 100 000 individuals in 2021 in the US and a 5-year overall survival of 12% to 30%.
Observations: Cigarette smoking is the primary risk factor for development of SCLC, as...
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Antibiotics for acute diverticulitis
Clinical question: Do antibiotics change clinical outcomes for patients with acute uncomplicated diverticulitis?
Bottom line: For nonseptic immunocompetent patients with acute uncomplicated diverticulitis, antibiotics do not alter early complication or recurrence rates.
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Invasive Versus Conservative Treatment Strategy in Older Patients With Non-ST Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
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Non-ST segment elevation acute coronary syndromes (NSTE-ACS) are a common cause of hospital admission in older patients. Our study aims to synthesize the available evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to compare clinical outcomes with invasive versus conservative...
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Nonpharmacologic management of the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
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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...
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