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Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
Understanding the balance between conservative management and the need for vigilance in diagnosing serious causes of low back pain is crucial. This article provides essential insights for clinical practice.
Family Medicine/General Practice June 17th 2024
The New England Journal of Medicine
A 70-year-old diabetic woman presented with epigastric pain and was diagnosed with a transmural anteroseptal myocardial infarction complicated by a left ventricular thrombus. Using an image, this case reinforces the critical importance of recognizing and managing late-presenting myocardial infarction.
Cardiology June 7th 2024
MedTech Dive
Nozomi Networks Labs identified 11 cybersecurity vulnerabilities in GE Healthcare’s ultrasound devices, posing significant risks to patient data and medical equipment functionality. Mitigation strategies are crucial to safeguard against potential attacks.
Hospitalist May 28th 2024
The Medical Futurist
Non-invasive digital health tools, including wearable sensors and tremor-suppressing devices, are emerging as valuable adjuncts to traditional treatments for tremor management, significantly enhancing patient autonomy and quality of life.
Internal Medicine May 28th 2024
Medical News Today (MNT)
An AI-powered test using dried blood spots can diagnose pancreatic, gastric, and colorectal cancers in minutes with 82–100% sensitivity, offering a cost-effective alternative for low-income regions.
Hematology May 28th 2024
Recent findings demonstrate a 74% first-attempt success rate for neonatal intubation using video laryngoscopy, compared to 45% with direct laryngoscopy. This method not only improves outcomes but also reduces the median number of intubation attempts, reinforcing its value in neonatal emergency care.
Emergency Medicine May 17th 2024