Management of Constipation in Parkinsonism: Strategies for Improving Quality of Life
Constipation negatively affects quality of life and medication absorption in patients with Parkinsonism, necessitating comprehensive management strategies, including dietary modifications, pharmacological interventions, and lifestyle adjustments, to alleviate symptoms and optimize bowel function.
January 2021
Hepatitis C Testing Among Perinatally Exposed Infants: Clinical Practices and Associated Factors
Utilization of hepatitis C testing in perinatally exposed infants varies, with factors such as healthcare provider practices and maternal risk factors influencing testing rates, highlighting the need for standardized screening protocols and increased awareness of testing recommendations in clinical practice.
January 2021
Decline in Stroke Imaging Studies during the Pandemic: Implications for Stroke Care
A 40% reduction in stroke imaging studies during the pandemic underscores the impact of healthcare disruptions on stroke care delivery, highlighting the need for enhanced public awareness, telemedicine initiatives, and streamlined care pathways to ensure timely stroke evaluation and treatment.
January 2021
Anorexia Nervosa Management Strategies: Optimizing Treatment Outcomes
Effective management of anorexia nervosa requires a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach incorporating nutritional rehabilitation, psychotherapy, and medical monitoring to address physical and psychological symptoms and improve long-term recovery prospects for affected individuals.
January 2021
Ten Lessons Learned from COVID-19: Reflections on Pandemic Care Practices
Synthesizing experiences from the pandemic months offers valuable insights into the clinical management of patients with diverse COVID-19 presentations, informing future pandemic preparedness and public health responses to mitigate the impact of infectious disease outbreaks.
January 2021
Effectiveness of Exercise Training in Hypertensive Patients: Comparative Analysis of Training Modalities
High-intensity interval training demonstrates comparable efficacy to moderate-intensity continuous training in improving thrombotic markers and microRNA levels in hypertensive patients, supporting its role as an effective exercise modality in hypertension management and cardiovascular risk reduction.
January 2021
Severe Acute Arterial Hypertension: Focused Review on Management Strategies
A focused review examines the occurrence and management of acute severe hypertension outside the operative setting, highlighting the importance of timely recognition, pharmacological interventions, and blood pressure control measures in optimizing clinical outcomes for affected patients.
January 2021
Critical Conversations in Healthcare: Effective Communication Strategies
Changes in communication techniques can significantly impact critical conversations in healthcare, facilitating clearer understanding, shared decision-making, and compassionate care delivery for patients, families, and healthcare providers facing challenging medical situations.
January 2021
Interpretation of Diagnostic Tests for SARS-CoV-2: Insights into Test Performance and Clinical Utility
A viewpoint provides guidance on interpreting diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2 infections, emphasizing the importance of understanding test characteristics and performance metrics in clinical decision-making and public health surveillance efforts.
January 2021
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring: Clinical Indications and Utility in Hypertension Management
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring offers valuable insights into blood pressure variability and circadian rhythms, guiding treatment decisions and risk stratification in hypertensive patients, highlighting its utility in optimizing hypertension management and cardiovascular risk assessment.
January 2021
