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Digoxin may be associated with higher death risk in newly diagnosed afib patients
In a challenge to existing guidelines, a new study has found digoxin is associated with an elevated risk of death in patients with newly diagnosed atrial fibrillation.
Rifamycin-containing regimens appear effective, well tolerated for preventing latent TB reactivation
At least 3 months of therapy with rifamycin-containing regimens was reasonably well tolerated, efficacious, and possibly better than isoniazid (INH) monotherapy for preventing patients with latent tuberculosis (TB) infection from developing active cases in countries with a low TB incidence, a meta-analysis concluded.
MKSAP Quiz: 3-month history of intermittent itching
A 59-year-old man is evaluated for a 3-month history of intermittent itching on the forearms. He describes the itch as deep, with a burning or tingling sensation. Scratching helps somewhat, but over-the-counter topical corticosteroids have not helped. Cooling the skin soothes the itch. He did not notice a rash until he started scratching. The itch gets worse after being in the sun, but sun exposure does not cause redness or a rash. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?
Screening, brief intervention in primary care appear ineffective for reducing drug use
Screening and brief intervention targeting drug use do not appear to be effective in primary care, according to the findings of 2 recent studies.
Lupus patient readmission rates are high and vary considerably by hospital, region, study finds
Approximately 1 in 6 hospitalized patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) were readmitted to the hospital within 30 days, according to a new study.
Available now: ACP Smart Medicine module on Ebola and Marburg viruses
In response to the recent outbreak of the Ebola virus, ACP Smart Medicine's module on Ebola and Marburg viruses is being offered free to all members of the health care community and the public at large.
ACP and Osmosis collaborate to improve medical student knowledge and self-assessment
ACP has collaborated with Osmosis to make educational content from its Medical Knowledge Self-Assessment Program (MKSAP) for Students available on the Osmosis Med platform.
The August ACP Hospitalist is online
The latest issue of ACP Hospitalist is online.
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ACP InternistWeekly's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite caption to determine the winner.