Nephrology: What You May Have Missed in 2023
This article highlights a selection of important nephrology studies published in 2023 that have relevance for nonnephrologist physicians. Four studies examined progression of chronic kidney disease or cardiovascular disease with respect to finerenone use, magnesium supplementation, iron markers, and COVID-19. Two studies examined treatments to improve specific aspects of chronic kidney disease management, including daprodustat to address anemia and patiromer to address hyperphosphatemia. One study showed that acetazolamide added to loop diuretics increased diuresis in acute decompensated heart failure across a wide range o...
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Ali A M AlHabobi Ashwaq M S Almutairi Danah A S Y Bohemid Ashwini R Sehgal Source Type: research
Gastroenterology/Hepatology: What You May Have Missed in 2023
This article summarizes clinically important gastroenterology developments from 2023 for internal medicine specialists. In colorectal cancer screening, a new RNA fecal screening test is on the horizon, as well as a new analysis on the benefits of using artificial intelligence in screening colonoscopy to detect more polyps. There is new evidence for management of gastrointestinal bleeding, a new drug for treatment of recurrent small-intestinal angiodysplasia, and a new endoscopic treatment method in patients with gastrointestinal tumor bleeding. The authors feature a randomized trial about amitriptyline as treatment for pat...
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Sama Anvari Kayla Dadgar Ciar án Galts Michael Bretthauer Source Type: research
Cardiology: What You May Have Missed in 2023
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr 16. doi: 10.7326/M24-0581. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTCardiology and all its subspecialties continue to push the envelope in developing new treatment strategies for a wide variety of diseases. After screening more than 1300 articles, we highlight a selection of important cardiology articles published in 2023. Starting with prevention, we note articles that look at the effect of semaglutide in patients with obesity as well as a first-in-class drug, bempedoic acid, on cardiovascular outcomes. We have also examined new evidence comparing conservative management with invasive management of frail, ol...
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Abdulrahman Alfraih Achieng Tago Michael Lacombe William G Kussmaul Source Type: research
Critical Care: What You May Have Missed in 2023
This article highlights 10 important pieces of research from 2023 (and 1 from 2022) in critical care. The literature was screened for new evidence relevant to internal medicine physicians and hospitalists whose focus of practice is not critical care but who may be taking care of seriously ill patients. The articles highlight the diverse spectrum of pathology and interplay of various specialties that go into critical care. Topics include transfusion medicine, fluid resuscitation, safe intubation practices and respiratory failure, and the management of acute ischemic stroke. Several trials are groundbreaking, forcing clinici...
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Henry Ajzenberg Mansor Abdalaziz N Binhashr Mark Keith Hewitt Michael Unger Source Type: research
Oncology: What You May Have Missed in 2023
This article highlights important publications from 2023 on topics across a wide spectrum relating to the management of oncology patients. The literature was screened for significant new evidence that is relevant to internal medicine specialists and subspecialists whose focus is not oncology. Two articles address the importance of social interventions targeting end-of-life care for low-income and minority patients and the well-being of caregivers. Two additional articles address screening considerations in patients at risk for colorectal and lung cancer. Two more articles address safe use of hormone-related therapies to tr...
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Courtney H Coschi Lorin Dodbiba DuPont Guerry Source Type: research
Pulmonology: What You May Have Missed in 2023
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr 16. doi: 10.7326/M24-0613. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe field of pulmonology saw significant advances in 2023. The publications highlighted in this article address advances and changes in practice related to asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease, pleural disorders, and sleep-disordered breathing. One article reviews data examining the efficacy of vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus, a respiratory viral illness that has had devastating effects globally. Four studies evaluate the role of various therapies in COPD, including dupilumab, ensifen...
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Aram Karkar Sana Khan Rebecca O'Leary Albina Tyker Michael Unger Source Type: research
Infectious Diseases: What You May Have Missed in 2023
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr 16. doi: 10.7326/M24-0679. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTIn 2023, published research on COVID-19 remains prominent. The aim of this article is to highlight important developments in infectious disease evidence unrelated to COVID-19 that were published in 2023. The literature was screened for sound new evidence relevant to internal medicine specialists and subspecialists whose focus of practice is not infectious diseases. The highlighted publications relate to various organisms and patient populations. One article provides insight into the updated guidelines for the diagnosis and management of infec...
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Amena Alhammadi Rasha Alshawaf Swati Chavda Sonya Ramondino Mindy Schuster Source Type: research
What You May Have Missed in 2023: Keeping Up With the Constant Flow of New Medical Evidence
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr 16. doi: 10.7326/M24-0832. Online ahead of print.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38621247 | DOI:10.7326/M24-0832 (Source: Annals of Internal Medicine)
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Alfonso Iorio Christine Laine Source Type: research
Rheumatology: What You May Have Missed in 2023
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr 16. doi: 10.7326/M24-0678. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTMany patients with rheumatologic conditions receive care from physicians other than rheumatologists. Here we note key findings from 6 studies in rheumatology published in 2023 that offer valuable insights for internal medicine specialists and subspecialists outside of rheumatology. The first study investigated the effect of low-dose glucocorticoids on patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) over 2 years and challenged existing perceptions about the risks of glucocorticoids in this setting. The second study focused on the updated guideline for...
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Kafaf Jalali Lisa A Mandl Source Type: research
Correction: Reducing Care Overuse in Older Patients Using Professional Norms and Accountability
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr 16. doi: 10.7326/L24-0117. Online ahead of print.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38621249 | DOI:10.7326/L24-0117 (Source: Annals of Internal Medicine)
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research
Annals Consult Guys - COVID-19 and Surgery: A Postpandemic Update
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr;177(4):eW240001. doi: 10.7326/W24-0001.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38621260 | DOI:10.7326/W24-0001 (Source: Annals of Internal Medicine)
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Howard H Weitz Geno J Merli Source Type: research
Little Miracles
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr;177(4):539-540. doi: 10.7326/M23-3340.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38621261 | DOI:10.7326/M23-3340 (Source: Annals of Internal Medicine)
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Manasa Bhatta Source Type: research
Annals for Hospitalists - April 2024
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr;177(4):eAWHO202404160. doi: 10.7326/AWHO202404160.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38621262 | DOI:10.7326/AWHO202404160 (Source: Annals of Internal Medicine)
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: David A Fried Source Type: research
Hope
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr;177(4):541. doi: 10.7326/M23-2289.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38621263 | DOI:10.7326/M23-2289 (Source: Annals of Internal Medicine)
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Joseph Zarconi Source Type: research
The Effect of Low-Dose Glucocorticoids Over Two Years on Weight and Blood Pressure in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ann Intern Med. 2024 Apr;177(4):545. doi: 10.7326/L24-0003.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38621264 | DOI:10.7326/L24-0003 (Source: Annals of Internal Medicine)
Source: Annals of Internal Medicine - April 15, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Daniel Arkfeld Sofia Audrey B Gonzales Katherine Ruddy Source Type: research
