Medscape Nephrology Headlines

Self-Monitoring Not Helpful for Type 2 Diabetes

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 17:29:37 EST

In patients with non-insulin- dependent diabetes, self-monitoring of blood glucose had only a modest effect on HbA1c levels at six 6 months.

ACP Guideline Addresses Pharmacotherapy of Type 2 Diabetes

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 17:09:31 EST

The ACP recommends metformin as the initial drug for most patients with type 2 diabetes when lifestyle modifications are not enough to control blood sugar levels. A second drug can be added if needed.

Focus on CKD Patients With Highest SBP: KEEP

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 15:43:13 EST

A new, contemporary study in real-world patients with chronic kidney disease finds that those with systolic BPs of 140 mm Hg and higher are at the greatest risk of developing end-stage renal disease. Hence the current "goal" in CKD patients of 130 mm Hg should be revised upward, say the authors, making the target easier to achieve and allowing physicians to focus on other aspects of care.

Physician Groups Say 5010 Standards Hurt Cash Flow

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 12:55:34 EST

The president of the Medical Group Management Association is urging HHS to postpone enforcement of the new standard for electronic claims until June 30, lest some practices shut down.

EMR: Efficiency Mauled Repeatedly

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 09:56:10 EST

Dr. John Marshall says that his efficiency as a clinician is undermined as he spends more and more time entering data into the EMR with less and less administrative support. Is there a way out?

Tired of Being a Doctor? Choices for Opting Out of Medicine

Thu, 2 Feb 2012 10:03:32 EST

Some doctors want to move up into administrative jobs, while others want to leave the profession completely. But what to do? Here's how to decide.

Candidacy for Kidney Transplantation of Older Adults

Wed, 1 Feb 2012 23:00:00 EST

While many older adults with ESRD could substantially benefit from kidney transplantation, they are often denied. This study suggests a risk prediction model for KT outcomes specific to older adults.