Background
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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Invasive Versus Conservative Treatment Strategy in Older Patients With Non-ST Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
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...
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...
Digital Screen Time and Myopia: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis
Importance: The association of digital screen time with myopia has been documented, but the dose-response association and safe exposure threshold remain unclear.
Objective: To evaluate the dose-response association of time spent on digital screens with myopia risk.
Data sources:...
Antiretroviral Drugs for Treatment and Prevention of HIV in Adults: 2024 Recommendations of the International Antiviral Society–USA Panel
Importance: New data and new antiretroviral drugs and formulations continue to become available for the prevention and management of HIV infection.
Objective: To provide updated recommendations for HIV treatment and clinical management and HIV prevention.
Methods: A panel of...
Treatment of Vasomotor Symptoms
Vasomotor symptoms (VMS) related to the menopausal transition affect the majority of women and contribute to significant quality of life burden. Incidence, length, severity and report of symptoms vary by race, ethnicity, and coexisting health conditions. The pathophysiology of VMS is not fully...