Search results for "Prostate cancer"
Insurance company's anti-antacid project had little effect
Low-risk, low-PSA prostate cancer receiving aggressive interventions
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/08/03/5.htm
3 Aug 2010
Additional screening criteria suggested for abdominal aortic aneurysm
Annual PSA follow-ups not needed in low-risk casesComorbid illnesses still more likely to kill prostate cancer survivors
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/08/31/4.htm
31 Aug 2010
First blood test approved to evaluate concussion
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/04/first-blood-test-approved-to-evaluate-concussion.htm
1 Apr 2018
Drug company information might influence prescribing habits
Warnings added to prostate cancer drugs
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/26/6.htm
26 Oct 2010
Proposed warnings on cigarettes would be first in 35 years
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/10/proposed-warnings-on-cigarettes-would-be-first-in-35-years.htm
1 Oct 2019
USPSTF recommends against prostate-specific antigen screening
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released its final recommendations on prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening today, recommending against using the test for prostate cancer screening in men of all ages in the general population.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/05/22/1.htm
22 May 2012
Internist searches for answers when test results go missing
An internist is surprised by a patient's previous blood work, which shows a dramatic rise in PSA levels. There is no evidence in the medical record that the patient was informed of, or that the internist acted upon, the prior abnormal PSA result. However, the internist is certain she never saw it. What should she do next?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/04/ethics.htm
1 Apr 2009
Large numbers of elderly patients with low life expectancy still receiving unnecessary cancer screens
A substantial proportion of patients with limited life expectancy are receiving prostate, breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer screenings that are unlikely to benefit them, a recent study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/08/26/1.htm
26 Aug 2014
Well visits not just for kids anymore
Medicare now reimburses for annual physical exams, so prepare your office, your patients and yourself for the best way to accommodate this into your practice.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/06/wellness.htm
1 Jun 2011
Reimbursement cuts improved evidence-based use of prostate drugs
MKSAP Quiz: managing risk factors
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/11/09/2.htm
9 Nov 2010