Author/s: Chor, J., Davis, A. M., Rusiecki, J. M.
Major recommendations
Begin screening at age 25 years regardless of sexual history or HPV vaccination status (strong recommendation)
Primary HPV testing every 5 years through age 65 years (strong recommendation)
If primary HPV testing is not available use cotesting (HPV+...
Author/s: Laurent, G., Vereeck, L., Verbecque, E., Herssens, N., Casters, L., Spildooren, J.
Background
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) can lead to an increased fall risk in older adults. Therefore, we examined the influence of age on the effectiveness of canalith-repositioning procedures (CRPs) for the treatment of BPPV.
Methods
Pubmed, Web of Science,...
Author/s: Groff, D., Sun, A., Ssentongo, A. E., Ba, D. M., Parsons, N., Poudel, G. R., Lekoubou, A., Oh, J. S., Ericson, J. E., Ssentongo, P., Chinchilli, V. M.
Importance
Short-term and long-term persistent postacute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) have not been systematically evaluated. The incidence and evolution of PASC are dependent on time from infection, organ systems and tissue affected, vaccination status, variant of the virus, and geographic...
Author/s: Rho, J. Y., Dryden, S. C., Jerkins, B. M., Fowler, B. T.
Eye trauma is frequently seen by non-ophthalmology providers. This article elucidates a methodological approach to eye trauma. The first step is to address any life-threatening conditions. Then a focused history and exam is discussed, starting externally. Then, key history, physical,...
Author/s: McDonagh, M. S., Wagner, J., Ahmed, A. Y., Morasco, B., Kansagara, D., Chou, R.
Objectives. To evaluate the evidence on benefits and harms of cannabinoids and similar plant-based compounds to treat chronic pain.
Data sources. Ovid® MEDLINE®, PsycINFO®, Embase®, the Cochrane Library, and SCOPUS® databases, reference lists of included studies, submissions received...
Author/s: Costain, G., Cohn, R. D., Scherer, S. W., Marshall, C. R.
KEY POINTS
Genome sequencing is a comprehensive genetic test that is being integrated into health care systems internationally.
Test indications include suspected genetic disorders in children and adults for whom a targeted genetic testing approach is likely to be low yield or has...
Author/s: Colom, M., Stulberg, D.
A 58-year-old man presented to the family medicine skin clinic with a 4-month history of intensely pruritic vesicles on his forehead, back, elbows, dorsum of his hands, and knees. The patient also reported lesions inside his mouth; however, they were not visible at the time of the office visit....
Author/s: Uhl, S., Siddique, S. M., McKeever, L., Bloschichak, A., D'Anci, K., Leas, B., Mull, N. K, Tsou, A. Y.
Objectives. To review the association between malnutrition and clinical outcomes among hospitalized patients, evaluate effectiveness of measurement tools for malnutrition on clinical outcomes, and assess effectiveness of hospital-initiated interventions for patients diagnosed with malnutrition...
Author/s: Cleminson, K., Baxter, M. L.
An otherwise healthy 71-year-old woman presented to our clinic with a history of pruritus and burning of the vulva. On examination, we observed an atrophic, white, shiny plaque involving the vulva, perineum and perianal areas. The clitoral hood and labia minora were completely scarred and the...
Author/s: Osmani, S., Stulberg, D., Osmani, O.
A 3-month-old baby presented with a tender and swollen fourth toe and increasing irritability. On examination, the distal portion of the digit was pale and cold to the touch. There was a delay in capillary refill time.
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