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Managing the Patient Presenting With Xerostomia: A Review
Whan a patient presents with xerostomia, what is the best treatment? This review looks at salivary substitutes and other means of caring for these patients.
March 12, 2010
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Osteoporosis Management: A Perspective Based on Bisphosphonate Data From Randomised Clinical Trials and Observational Databases
This article presents a comprehensive review of the evidence for bisphosphonate efficacy in the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis.
January 20, 2010
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Postherpetic Neuralgia in the Elderly
Age is the predominant predictor of PHN, and prevention of herpes zoster remains the most promising strategy to avoid morbidities associated with PHN.
November 02, 2009
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Diagnosis and Management of Hyponatraemia In Hospitalised Patients
Hyponatremia affects over 2% of hospitalized patients, and mismanagement of hyponatremia can have disastrous consequences. The current review describes how to diagnose and treat hyponatremia safely and effectively.
October 20, 2009
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Homocysteine, Vitamin B12, Folate and Cognitive Functions: A Systematic and Critical Review of the Literature
This review suggests that folic acid supplementation may be an interesting approach to prevent cognitive decline in elderly people.
August 31, 2009
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Bipolar Disorder and Aggression
Over one quarter of adults with bipolar disorder may demonstrate aggression, which can be dangerous for the patient and others and add to the stigma of the disease. The current study describes the epidemiology and treatment of aggression among patients with bipolar disorder.
June 25, 2009
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In-hospital Mortality and Morbidity of Elderly Medical Patients Can Be Predicted at Admission by the Modified Early Warning Score: A Prospective Study
MEWsing on a useful, simple triage strategy for predicting risk for death in the hospitalized elderly.
April 09, 2009
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Dying in an Acute Hospital Setting: The Challenges and Solutions
This review provides 12 main principles of a good death that can be used in the acute hospital care setting, where over half of all deaths in Britain occur.
February 12, 2009
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Treating Type 2 Diabetes: How Safe Are Current Therapeutic Agents?
This important review provides current knowledge on standard and new drugs for diabetes and offers some prescription recommendations.
February 01, 2009
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Evidence-Based Guidelines for the Use of Biochemical Markers of Bone Turnover in the Selection and Monitoring of Bisphosphonate Treatment in Osteoporosis: A Consensus Document of the Belgian Bone Club
Bone turnover markers are an exciting new tool to aid clinicians in treating osteoporosis. The current evidence-based review offers guidelines for the effective use of these markers in clinical practice.
January 01, 2009
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Multimodal Techniques for Smoking Cessation: A Review of Their Efficacy and Utilisation and Clinical Practice Guidelines
New options are available for patients to help them quit smoking. The current article reviews the best evidence for these therapies.
November 01, 2008
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Optimal Time to Take Once-Daily Oral Medications in Clinical Practice
Doctors, pharmacists, and nurses have a lot to relearn about how to use both old and new once-daily drugs effectively. An important review covering many common agents.
October 01, 2008
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Managing Hypertension in Cardiology Practice According to Risk Profile
A systematic review on how to initiate an integrated antihypertensive management strategy for the patient with hypertension tailored to the individual's global CV risk.
September 01, 2008
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A Review of the GOLD Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Patients With COPD
These important consensus guidelines for COPD exist, but are you using them in your practice?
August 01, 2008
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Eosinophilic Oesophagitis: A Common Cause of Dysphagia in Young Adults? CME
Eosinophilic esophagitis can be difficult to diagnose as well as treat effectively. The current review helps clinicians understand the critical signs of eosinophilic esophagitis and how to manage patients with this disease.
July 01, 2008
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Transient Global Amnesia -- A Review
Transient global amnesia presents with dramatic symptoms but follows a benign course. The current review describes how to diagnose and manage transient global amnesia.
June 01, 2008
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Hirsutism
Hirsutism is a common condition among young women that is associated with negative psychological and health outcomes. The current review focuses on the best practice for the diagnosis and treatment of hirsutism.
March 01, 2008
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Management of Heart Failure in Elderly People
Heart failure is a common diagnosis among elderly adults, but these patients may not always receive the best treatment. The current review examines special issues related to the diagnosis and management of heart failure among older adults and recommends best practices for these patients.
February 01, 2008
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Microalbuminuria Screening in Patients With Hypertension: Recommendations for Clinical Practice
An important review of the guidelines and recommendations for screening and treating microalbuminuria.
January 01, 2008
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New Agents In Development For the Management of Obesity
Medications to help prevent or manage obesity will play an increasingly prominent role in treating this significant public health problem. The current review examines both current and future treatments to help reduce obesity.
December 01, 2007
