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A review of recommendations from the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases.
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The authors offer answers to frequently asked questions about the management of MS during pregnancy planning, pregnancy, and the postpartum period.
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Two vaccines have been developed for mpox prevention, but clarity is needed on when and how to use them.
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The authors present evidence for and against monitoring bone mineral density in these patients, arguing against a one-size-fits-all approach.
- Colovesical fistula in men with chronic urinary tract infection: A diagnostic challenge
Most cases are in older men with diverticular disease, Crohn disease, cancer, or iatrogenic injury. Suspect it especially in these patients with UTI symptoms refractory to conventional treatments.
- Resistant hypertension: A stepwise approach
The authors review the definition and prevalence of resistant hypertension and its diagnostic workup and management, including lifestyle modifications, drugs, and experimental therapies.
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Who is at risk? Which tests should be ordered? How does the disease course affect management decisions? What instructions should you give patients? And other questions.
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Rapid changes in levels of bone turnover markers can be useful in monitoring the effectiveness of therapy and improving adherence to therapy.