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Midterm Results of Prostaglandin E1 Treatment in Patients With Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis Accompanied by Intermittent Claudication
Conservative Prostaglandin E1 treatment for lumbar spinal canal stenosis and intermittent claudication shows promise. Disease severity may be an important variable to consider.
Journal Article, June 2008
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Drug Insight: Tumor Necrosis Factor Converting Enzyme as a Pharmaceutical Target for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Drugs that inhibit tumor necrosis factor provide considerable benefit in treatment of rheumatoid arthritis; however, there is an unmet medical need for alternative therapies.
Journal Article, June 2008
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CME
A Case of Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease: Is it a Distinct Clinical Entity?
Undifferentiated connective tissue disease (UCTD) presents signs and symptoms suggestive of autoimmune disease but does not meet existing classification criteria for connective tissue disease. The diagnostic criteria, differential diagnoses, and natural history and management of UCTD are reviewed.
Journal Article, June 2008
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Palliative Care: Bringing Change to the Practice Setting
Linda Emanuel, MD, PhD, Professor, Geriatric Medicine; Director, Buehler Center on Aging, Health & Society, Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, explains the best way to teach palliative care.
Editorial, May 2008
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CME/CE
Uncovering Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Diagnosis and Co-Management Case in Primary Care
Primary care management of pain and swelling in the joints is the focus of this case-based activity. Patient comorbidity considerations are included in the management recommendations for rheumatoid arthritis.
Clinical Case, May 2008
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CME/CE
Understanding the Scientific Principles Behind TNF Failure and Cycling
Drs. Gibofsky, Markenson, and Paget explore the scientific basis and clinical aspects of TNF cycling, and discuss treatment strategies for better outcomes in rheumatoid arthritis patients.
Commentary, May 2008
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Overcoming Barriers to Reporting Adverse Drug Events
These strategies make it easier to report adverse drug events, which is an important responsibility for clinicians.
Expert Viewpoint, May 2008
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Systemic Extra-articular Manifestations of Rheumatoid Arthritis
A review by Marc C. Levesque, MD, PhD, of the major systemic manifestations of RA, including cardiovascular, hematologic, pulmonary, vascular, bone, and ocular diseases.
Expert Viewpoint, May 2008
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CME/CE
Fibromyalgia: A Label for Chronic, Widespread Pain
Dr. Daniel Clauw educates audience about the symptoms and differential diagnosis of fibromyalgia and discusses a multimodal approach for treating this condition.
Clinical Case, May 2008
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Word Use and Semantics in Alternative Medicine: A Survey of Editors of Medical and Related Journals
This original article investigates the views, practices, and policies of medical journal editors on the use of words and phrases present in alternative medicine manuscripts submitted for publication.
Journal Article, May 2008
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CME/CE
The Many Faces of Ankylosing Spondylitis: Evidence-Based Approach to Diagnosis and Management
This case presentation by Muhammad Asim Khan, MD, and Mazen Elyan, MD, discusses approaches to differential diagnosis of AS, its management, and the therapeutic advances offered by biologic therapies.
Clinical Case, May 2008
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CME
Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice in RA -- Understanding the Relationship Between Drug Mechanism of Action and Treatment Outcomes
A video discussion by Yusuf Yazici, MD, on understanding the theoretical basis for the use of biologic agents for treating RA patients in the clinical setting.
Slide/Lecture Presentation, May 2008
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Lupus: Treatment Clinical Challenges
Stephen A. Paget, MD, in this video blog comments on the current therapeutic approach for lupus, with a challenge to all clinicians to find a way to move new treatments from the bench to the bedside.
Expert Viewpoint, May 2008
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CME
Optic Neuritis and Recurrent Myelitis in a Woman With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Optic neuritis and myelitis can occur as manifestations of "idiopathic" demyelinating syndromes, such as neuromyelitis optica and multiple sclerosis, as well as of systemic rheumatic syndromes. Knowledge of the distinguishing clinical and radiographic features is crucial for an accurate diagnosis.
Journal Article, May 2008
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Delhi Rheumatology Association 2008 Meeting: Changing Horizons in Rheumatology
Highlights from the Delhi Rheumatology Association Meeting 2008 include discussion of issues and key differences in the practice of rheumatology in India and in the United States.
Conference Coverage, May 2008
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Physicians: Organize for High Performance
Anthony Shih, MD, MPH, Assistant Vice President, Quality Improvement and Efficiency, The Commonwealth Fund, New York, explains why US healthcare delivery systems should be revamped.
Editorial, May 2008
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Rheumatoid Arthritis is Milder in the New Millennium: Health status in RA patients 1994-2004: Commentary from F1000
Start RA treatment early and aggressively: A practice-changing study
Journal Article, May 2008
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Icyou: How Social Media Is the New Resource for Online Health Information
Prerna Mona Khanna, MD, MPH, Medical Editor, Icyou.com, Charleston, South Carolina, describes another promising use of the health Internet.
Expert Viewpoint, May 2008
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How to Treat Skin Infections, Including MRSA, in 2008
Erik Schraga, MD, with Stanford-Kaiser Santa Clara Emergency Medicine in California, explains the correct way to treat skin abscesses in 2008.
Editorial, May 2008
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Treatment Options for Rheumatoid Fibrosing Alveolitis
Robert Fox, MD, provides commentary on the treatment options for rheumatoid fibrosing alveolitis.
Expert Viewpoint, May 2008
