Search results for "Kidney function"
GLP-1 receptor agonists may offer kidney protection in patients with type 2 diabetes
An industry-conducted pooled analysis of two large trials of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists found that both semaglutide and liraglutide slowed kidney function decline, with semaglutide appearing to have the greatest effect.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/12/21/2.htm
21 Dec 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Preconception counseling
This week's quiz asks readers to determine the appropriate management for a 28-year-old woman with hypertension who is seeking preconception counseling.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/01/11/3.htm
11 Jan 2022
Equation for kidney failure risk that excludes race shows better sensitivity, specificity than eGFR alone
The four-variable equation includes age, sex, estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), and urinary albumin-creatinine ratio.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/01/11/4.htm
11 Jan 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for microscopic hematuria
A 35-year-old woman is evaluated during a follow-up visit for recurrent microscopic hematuria without proteinuria. Following a physical exam, lab studies, and kidney ultrasound, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/03/08/3.htm
8 Mar 2022
Pinpointing primary hyperparathyroidism
With targeted testing, especially in those who present with kidney stones and bone density issues, internists can help patients with this disorder get appropriate care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/04/pinpointing-primary-hyperparathyroidism.htm
1 Apr 2022
Managing DOACs in primary care
Primary care physicians play a crucial role in ongoing anticoagulation management, including educating patients about the signs of venous thromboembolism.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/04/managing-doacs-in-primary-care.htm
1 Apr 2022
Factoring drug costs into diabetes decisions
A sizable number of patients with diabetes do not consistently fill their prescriptions or take less than the prescribed amount due to costs, but there are ways to make it easier on a patient's pocketbook.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/05/factoring-drug-costs-into-diabetes-decisions.htm
1 May 2022
Exercise may boost kidney function in sedentary older adults
Patients randomized to a physical activity and exercise intervention had statistically significantly lower decline in estimated glomerular filtration rate over two years versus those who received health education, a recent analysis found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/05/10/4.htm
10 May 2022
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/06/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Jun 2022
Cystatin C improves accuracy in calculations of Black patients' kidney function
Equations to estimate glomerular filtration rate more accurately predict risk of kidney failure and mortality in Black patients if they include both creatinine and cystatin C, but not race, according to a new retrospective study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/06/14/2.htm
14 Jun 2022