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WEB2 Minute Medicine Rewind September 16, 2024. by Jayden Berdugo and 1 others. September 16, 2024. Sleep patterns, physical activity, genetic susceptibility, and incident rheumatoid arthritis: a prospective cohort study 1. In this prospective cohort study, a healthy sleep pattern and moderate levels of physical activity...
Biguanides and dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors use have similar ...
WEBAug 16, 2024 · 1. Biguanides and dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors show no differences in major cardiac or cerebrovascular events, diabetic complications, or death in the Japanese population. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) The initial pharmacologic intervention for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) includes biguanides and dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors.
Patient Basics: Seizure - 2 Minute Medicine
WEBNov 30, 2014 · A seizure is a sudden change in the brain's normal electrical activity. During a seizure, brain cells "fire" uncontrollably at up to four times their normal rate, temporarily affecting the way a person behaves, moves, thinks or feels. There are two major types of seizures: Primary generalized seizures.
Landmark Trials & Summaries: The Classics in Medicine - 2 Minute …
WEBA deep understanding of these trials is paramount for every physician, healthcare professional, and trainee, as it lays the foundation for evidence-based clinical decisions made daily. 2MM+ Subscriber Exclusive Access: The Online Edition of The Classics Series™ includes The Classics in Medicine™ textbook and all deep-dive sub-specialty ...
Mediterranean diet effects on vascular health and serum levels of ...
WEBAug 15, 2024 · 1. The effect of the Mediterranean Diet on cardiovascular health can be partially explained by improved vascular health, lowered total cholesterol and LDL, lowered ceramides, and reduced serum inflammatory adipokines. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: The Mediterranean Diet has been previously shown to improve cardiovascular outcomes in patients. This is proposed to be
Biomarkers may help guide antibiotic stewardship in community …
WEBAug 26, 2024 · 1. Using either procalcitonin or c-reactive protein as a biomarker to guide antibiotic treatment in patients with community-acquired pneumonia reduces the length of treatment course with no effect to time to reach stability or new antibiotic prescriptions Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) 20-50% of the 3.3 million people who develop community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) need to
Mastering Lineweaver-Burk Plots: A Comprehensive Guide for …
WEBNov 28, 2023 · The Significance of Lineweaver-Burk Plots in Biochemistry. Lineweaver-Burk plots play a crucial role in biochemistry research, aiding in the analysis of enzyme inhibition patterns. Enzyme inhibitors can modulate enzyme activity, either by reducing or completely blocking the catalytic activity. By analyzing the Lineweaver-Burk plots of enzymes ...
Impact of dialysis on survival and home time among older adults …
WEBAug 25, 2024 · In-Depth [retrospective cohort]: This retrospective cohort study was designed to emulate a randomized trial comparing dialysis versus medical management in older patients with chronic kidney failure. Patients were considered eligible if they were 65 years or older and had an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) below 12 mL/min/1.73 m 2 as well as a previous eGFR less than 30/mL/min/1.73 ...
Ticagrelor monotherapy reduces bleeding risk following …
WEBMay 22, 2024 · 1. Clinically relevant bleeding was significantly lower with ticagrelor monotherapy than in the ticagrelor plus aspirin group. 2. Major cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events were comparable in both groups. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is the current standard of care for acute coronary syndrome (ACS) following percutaneous coronary ...
Semaglutide reduces cardiovascular events in patients with ...
WEBSep 5, 2024 · 1. Patients assigned to semaglutide reported reduced major adverse cardiovascular events, regardless of heart failure subtype. 2. Benefits were consistent across baseline characteristics such as age, BMI, and diuretic use. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: Semaglutide is known to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in overweight and obese patients;