Follow-Up Phone Calls May Boost Glycemic Control in T2DM
No statistically significant change in hemoglobin A1c, but clinically significant change observed
Calculator May Help Predict Individual Chances of IVF Success
Provides individualized estimate of a couple's cumulative chances of having a baby
Barriers Identified in Current Knee Osteoarthritis Care
Most frequently cited barriers were in domains of patient and health care professional
Mortality Risk Up for Hospital Patients With Hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia, either with insulin or spontaneous, linked to increased short- and long-term mortality
ASN: Acid Suppression Therapy Linked to Kidney Stones, CKD
Two studies show increased risk of kidney stones with PPI, H2 blocker use; CKD with PPI use
ASN: Smoking May Negate Some Benefits of Rx Therapy in CKD
Possibly because cigarette smoking causes oxidative stress
IV, Oral Antibiotics Compared for Complicated Pneumonia
No difference in post-discharge treatment failure; more complications, adverse drug events for PICC
Family History, Lifestyle Factors Impact Risk of Acne in Adulthood
Odds up for family or personal history, hirsutism, being an office worker, high psychological stress
DECIDE Modalities Beneficial for African-Americans With T2DM
Most robust improvements seen for Self-Study modality, including HbA1c, blood pressure, lipids
Many Receive Surprisingly High Bills After Visiting In-Network ER
Although hospital may be in insurance network, treating physician may not be
