Search results for "Imaging"
Relationships between primary care physicians, specialists may affect patient satisfaction
Patients gave higher ratings after a referral if the specialist trained with their primary care physician, a quasi-experimental study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/01/10/4.htm
10 Jan 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for chronic cough
A 42-year-old man is evaluated in the office for chronic cough. He first developed a cough 3 years ago. It is productive of clear to yellow sputum that is occasionally blood-tinged. Following a physical exam and chest radiograph, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/07/mksap-quiz-evaluation-for-chronic-cough.htm
1 Jul 2020
MKSAP Quiz: A 3-year history of decline in cognition
A 60-year-old man is evaluated for a 3-year history of gradual, progressive decline in his cognition, behavior, and motor skills. Following a physical exam, MRI, and neuropsychological testing, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/28/3.htm
28 Sep 2021
Concussions cause cognitive concerns
Traumatic brain injury accounts for three million ED visits a year and at least another three to six million visits for outpatient medical care several days after the injury, without an ED visit.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/02/concussions-cause-cognitive-concerns.htm
1 Feb 2019
MKSAP Quiz: Management of a metastatic neuroendocrine tumor
A 48-year-old woman is evaluated following the diagnosis of a metastatic neuroendocrine tumor. Two weeks ago, she underwent ultrasonography for biliary colic, which unexpectedly showed multiple hepatic lesions. Following tests, a physical exam, and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/03/22/3.htm
22 Mar 2022
MKSAP Quiz: 2-day history of shortness of breath
A 35-year-old man is evaluated in the emergency department for a 2-day history of shortness of breath with no cough or hemoptysis. Medical history is unremarkable, and he takes no medications. What is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/07/05/4.htm
5 Jul 2022
MKSAP Quiz: 3-year history of palpitations, fatigue
A 42-year-old woman is evaluated for a 3-year history of palpitations and fatigue. She reports no chest pain, dizziness, near-syncope, or syncope. Ambulatory 24-hour electrocardiographic monitoring shows frequent monomorphic premature ventricular contractions (22% of all beats) and frequent ventricular bigeminy. What is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/06/mksap-quiz-3-year-history-of-palpitations-fatigue.htm
1 Jun 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up visit for chronic hypertension
A 44-year-old woman is evaluated during a follow-up visit for chronic hypertension. Over the past month, her average blood pressure measured with home blood pressure monitoring was 150/90 mm Hg. Following a physical exam and lab tests, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/11/3.htm
11 Oct 2022
Making more sense of breast density
Internists are constantly pressed for time during visits, so when discussing breast density, a couple of quick talking points can help alleviate anxiety.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/06/making-more-sense-of-breast-density.htm
1 Jun 2020
MKSAP Quiz: Left-sided facial weakness
A 36-year-old woman is evaluated for left-sided facial weakness. Over the last 10 days she has developed progressive weakness on the left side of her face, which is apparent with eye closure, smiling, and chewing. She has also reduced tearing and diplopia. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/18/3.htm
18 Oct 2022