QOL Similar After Surgery, Antibiotics for Uncomplicated Appendicitis
No difference seen in satisfaction for patients after successful antibiotic treatment versus appendectomy
Vaccine Effectiveness 45 Percent for Flu Virus Linked to ARI
Estimated VE 50 percent against influenza B/Victoria viruses, 37 percent against influenza A(H1N1)pdm009
Out-of-Pocket Costs Impact Neurologic Medication Adherence
Increased OOP costs tied to lower adherence in those with dementia, on gabapentinoids for neuropathy
More Side Effects Seen With Guideline-Recommended Chlorthalidone
No cardiovascular benefits found with chlorthalidone versus hydrochlorothiazide for hypertension treatment
Glycemic Control in T2DM Worse With Refusal of Insulin Therapy
In retrospective study of adults with uncontrolled T2DM, 42.7 percent declined insulin therapy
Functional Outcomes Similar Across Localized Prostate Cancer Treatments
However, incontinence and sexual function are worse five years following prostatectomy
One-Quarter of Antibiotic Prescriptions at Children’s Hospitals Suboptimal
21 percent of these orders are suboptimal by antimicrobial stewardship program standards
Several Drugs Have Similar Efficacy for Plaque Psoriasis
Findings based on meta-analysis of data for short- and long-term efficacy from 60 clinical trials
Prescription Medications Can Be Found on Craigslist
Advertisements found for insulin and albuterol, with analog insulin the most commonly advertised product
Mortality No Different for No Sedation Versus Light Sedation in ICU Patients
No difference found in mortality at 90 days among mechanically ventilated intensive care unit patients
