Targeted Prophylaxis Effective in Post-Prostate Biopsy Sepsis
Targeted prophylaxis similarly effective to empirical prophylaxis after transrectal prostate biopsy
The Top Five Unnecessary Tests, Treatments in Newborn Medicine
Consensus reached on top five items that are overused as part of Choosing Wisely campaign
Intervention Can Improve Appropriateness of Telemetry Use
Hospitalist-driven intervention can reduce length of stay and decrease costs
Macrolide-Resistant M. pneumoniae in All U.S. Regions
Prevalence of 13.2 percent in sample of 91 M. pneumoniae-positive specimens from six locations
CMS May Adopt Doctors’ Calls for End-of-Life Counseling
Two new codes would be established; would be used for conversations about care options
Clinicians May Harbor Biases About Sexual Orientation
Findings show need for sensitivity training, expert suggests
Choosing Wisely: How to Implement in Clinical Practice
Strategies to improve chance of success include familiarization with evidence behind recs
High Doses of Antibiotic Ups Risk of Over-Anticoagulation
High-dose amoxicillin/clavulanate combined with warfarin linked to increased risk of INR ≥4
Considerable Burden for Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Incidence of community-acquired pneumonia requiring hospitalization is highest in elderly
Arts Observation Curriculum May Be Beneficial for Medical Students
Learning to observe objectively and communicate observations important in clinical practice
