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Guideline updates recommendations on management of lower-limb PAD
The American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association updated their peripheral artery disease (PAD) guideline to offer more evidence-based management options, including a recommendation in support of using rivaroxaban combined with low-dose aspirin.
Trials examine lifestyle interventions for obesity
Adding financial incentives to text messages was associated with greater weight loss in men with obesity, while a wireless feedback system that tracked weight and activity had more effect when combined with telephone coaching.
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for erectile dysfunction
A 56-year-old man is evaluated for erectile dysfunction that began insidiously 1 year ago. The patient's medical history is also significant for coronary artery bypass graft surgery 4 years ago, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Medications are metoprolol, losartan, aspirin, and atorvastatin. What is the most appropriate management?
Vegetarian/vegan diets associated with lower cancer, cardiovascular risk
While an umbrella review found numerous improvements in biomarkers with diets that exclude meat or all animal products, the strength of evidence for these diets was limited, the review's authors concluded.
ACP observes Mental Health Awareness Month
The I.M. Emotional Support Hub offers resources on well-being and professional fulfillment for internal medicine physicians.
Vote for your favorite entry
I.M. Matters Weekly from ACP's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite caption to determine the winner.