PPI Use Linked to Increased Risk of Ischemic Stroke, MI
Risks of first-time stroke, myocardial infarction up especially for long-term users, at high doses
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis for Homosexual Men Cost-Effective
Introduction of HIV PrEP program cost-effective and possibly cost-saving for men who have sex with men
No Increased Risks for DOAC Use Versus Warfarin in VTE
Direct oral anticoagulants not linked to increased risk of major bleeding, death in venous thromboembolism
Visceral Adipose Tissue Index IDs Risk of HCC in Cirrhosis
High VATI is also linked to risk of HCC recurrence in males with HCC who underwent liver transplant
Men Now Comprise ~10 Percent of RN Workforce
About half of increase due to educational attainment, rising demand, liberalizing gender attitudes
Appropriate Use Criteria Developed for Aortic Stenosis Tx
SAVR or TAVR appropriate for most patients with symptomatic AS at intermediate or high surgical risk
Overall Survival Up for Melanoma Brain Metastases
Median overall survival from time of diagnosis has increased from 7.5 to 22.7 months
Tau May Predict Neurological Outcome After Cardiac Arrest
Increased serum tau is associated with worse outcome six months after cardiac arrest
Glycemic Control Up With Oral Semaglutide in Type 2 Diabetes
Phase 3 studies next to assess longer-term/clinical outcomes, safety
Doctors Urged to Speak With Patients About Firearms
Making a public commitment is encouraged as a positive action that physicians can take
