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CME
Audiologic and Radiographic Response of NF2-related Vestibular Schwannoma to Erlotinib Therapy
Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) is a tumor suppressor syndrome characterized by schwannomas, meningiomas and spinal cord gliomas. The clinical features, diagnostic criteria, presentations and treatment of NF2 are reviewed in this case.
Journal Article, June 2008
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Breast Cancer Curriculum: Looking Ahead to Year 2, 2008-2009
Dr. George Sledge reviews the first year of activities on the Breast Cancer Curriculum and talks about what's in store for Year 2.
Expert Viewpoint, June 2008
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Responding to the American Siege Against Continuing Medical Education
Dr. George Lundberg provides his take on the current CME funding conflict.
Editorial, June 2008
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Society of Nuclear Medicine (SNM) 2008 Annual Meeting
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from the meeting.
Conference Coverage, June 2008
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Response to AMA's Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs Draft Report on "Ethical Guidance for Physicians and the Profession With Respect to Industry Support for Professional Education in Medicine"
Harvard Professor Tom Stossel describes the scholarly ethical basis for industry support for medical research and education.
Expert Viewpoint, June 2008
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CME
Diagnostic Evaluation of Dysphagia
The patient history is the most important element in diagnosing the etiology of dysphagia. The current review examines important historical points and other evaluation tools to help clinicians better diagnose dysphagia.
Journal Article, June 2008
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CME/CE
Colicky Abdominal Pain and Bloody Diarrhea in a 57-Year-Old Woman
A 57-year-old woman presents to the ED with a 3-day history of colicky lower abdominal pain and diarrhea. She has had intermittent episodes of bloody diarrhea over the past several months. The patient’s abdomen is mildly distended, and positive bowel sounds are observed. An abdominal contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) scan is performed because of a high suspicion of intra-abdominal pathology. What is the diagnosis?
Clinical Case, June 2008
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Let's Get Real About Conflicts of Interest in Medicine
John F. Kamp, PhD, JD, Executive Director, Coalition for Healthcare Communication, New York, discusses complexities in conflicts of interest.
Expert Viewpoint, June 2008
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Preventing Contrast Induced Nephropathy
A brief and helpful review for preventing contrast induced nephropathy--a serious challenge in the emergency department.
Journal Article, June 2008
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The Meaning of Life in Medicine
H. Steven Moffic, MD, Professor of Psychiatry at the Medical College of Wisconsin, discusses the meaning of life.
Editorial, June 2008
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CME
A Diver Unconscious at the Surface After a Recreational Dive
A 22-year-old recreational diver was performing an open-ocean dive and lost consciousness while ascending. Emergency measures were performed and the diver regained consciousness; within about 30 seconds, he began coughing pink, frothy sputum. The diver was taken to the ED. Auscultation of the left lower lung field revealed diminished breath sounds, and a CT scan of his chest was obtained. What was the cause of the loss of consciousness during the diver’s ascent?
Clinical Case, June 2008
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Clinicians Need to Redesign Their Clinical Practices to Further Stimulate the Adoption of Electronic Health Records
Peter Yellowlees, MD, Professor of Psychiatry and Director of Academic Information Systems at UC Davis, Sacramento, California, explains why you should redesign your practice for electronic records.
Editorial, June 2008
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Radiological Case: Intraductal Papilloma With Focal Atypia
Bloody discharge from duct near the areola is the chief complaint of a 45-year-old woman referred for mammography and diagnosed with intraductal papilloma with focal atypia. How was the case managed?
Journal Article, June 2008
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Primary Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Pancreatic cancer detection and evaluation by radiologists have been enhanced by advances in multidetector computed tomography and MRI. How have these advances helped to visualize and stage disease?
Journal Article, June 2008
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New Guide on Osteoporosis Treatment, Prevention Offered
The Clinician's Guide to Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis was released by the National Osteoporosis Foundation. What do the guidelines recommend for osteoporosis treatment and management?
Journal Article, June 2008
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MDCT of the Breast
MR and positron emission mammography and dedicated breast MRI have conditions that limit their use. How accurately does MDCT differentiate breast lesions suspected on mammography and sonography?
Journal Article, June 2008
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Papillary Fibroelastoma of the Aortic Valve and Coronary Artery Disease Visualized by 64-slice CT
Papillary fibroelastoma of the aortic valve is rare and may not cause symptoms, but does require treatment. Here is an account of how the problem was detected and treated in a 75-year-old male.
Journal Article, June 2008
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Patient Doses in Radiographic Examinations in 12 Countries in Asia, Africa, and Eastern Europe: Initial Results From IAEA Projects
IAEA projects introduced a QA program to optimize radiologic protection in radiography in 12 countries so as to meet international BSS. What are the initial results on image quality and patient doses?
Journal Article, June 2008
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Head and Neck Pain, Syncopal Episode, Abnormal Cerebrospinal Fluid, and Hyponatremia in a Middle-Aged Woman
A 53-year-old hispanic woman presented with vague head and neck pain, and a syncopal episode. What was her primary diagnosis?
Journal Article, June 2008
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Portal Vein Thrombosis as the First Sign of Nephrotic Syndrome
Portal vein thrombosis can occur in patients with nephrotic syndrome. Learn key diagnostic and treatment considerations by reading this Case Study of a 52-year-old man admitted with abdominal pain.
Journal Article, June 2008
