Search results for "Oncology"
Many general internists uncomfortable caring for childhood cancer survivors, unfamiliar with relevant cancer surveillance guidelines
Internists reported that they were “somewhat uncomfortable” caring for childhood cancer survivors, were unfamiliar with available surveillance guidelines, and preferred to collaborate with cancer treatment centers and clinicians in a recent survey.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/01/07/4.htm
7 Jan 2014
MKSAP Quiz: bleeding gums and petechiae
Less microalbuminuria but more CV deaths with olmesartan Chlorthalidone appears better than hydrochlorothiazide for high-risk patients with hypertension
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/03/15/3.htm
15 Mar 2011
Calmer talk needed about mammography
Controversy about implementing new mammography guidelines shouldn't cloud talks between doctors and the women they counsel. Clarify what the guidelines really say, and share the decision-making with patients, experts counsel.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/02/breast.htm
1 Feb 2010
MKSAP Quiz: Management after a routine exam
A 35-year-old woman undergoes routine evaluation. She has no current medical problems or history of bleeding symptoms. Her medical history is significant only for iron deficiency 3 years ago that was thought to be diet related. She takes only oral contraceptive pills. A peripheral blood smear is shown. Following a physical exam and lab results, what is the most appropriate management?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/04/mksap.htm
1 Apr 2013
MKSAP Quiz: 6-month history of increased fatigue and decreased exercise tolerance
A 51-year-old man is evaluated for a 6-month history of increased fatigue and decreased exercise tolerance. He is otherwise well with no significant medical history. Following a physical exam and right hemicolectomy, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/08/13/3.htm
13 Aug 2013
ACP to host first national conference in India in September 2014
The American College of Physicians will host its first national conference in New Delhi, India, Sept. 5-6 at the Le Méridien Hotel. The conference focus is “The Burden of Non-Communicable Diseases,” and it will feature both U.S.-based and India-based physicians as faculty speakers.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/07/22/6.htm
22 Jul 2014
Taking a drink: what patients should know
Alcohol is associated with so many benefits and harms that it's hard to know where to start talking to patients about using it. One place might be alcohol misuse and abuse. Teach patients where they fall on the continuum of drinking behavior.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/01/alcohol.htm
1 Jan 2013
MKSAP Quiz: Progressive, worsening fatigue
A 59-year-old man is evaluated for a 4-day history of progressive worsening of fatigue, forgetfulness, constipation, excessive thirst and increased urination. He has no pain. Based upon the findings of a physical exam and lab results, what is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/11/mksap.htm
1 Nov 2011
Patient's doubts about diagnosis prompt a second opinion
A 61-year-old retired military officer presented to a local hospital in the Midwest with flank pain and E. coli bacteremia.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/03/three.htm
1 Mar 2008
MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of daytime somnolence, snoring, and apnea
A 65-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-year history of daytime somnolence, snoring, and apneic episodes during the night as witnessed by his wife. He does not have blurred vision, tinnitus, or headache. He has no cardiopulmonary symptoms and does not smoke cigarettes. The patient has hypertension for which he takes lisinopril and atenolol. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/03/05/3.htm
5 Mar 2013