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Intervention Strategies for Management of Comorbid Depression Among Individuals With Hypertension: A Scoping Review [Cardiovascular disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

Background: Hypertension and depression frequently co-occur, complicating patient management and worsening outcomes. Delivery methods varied, with most interventions being face-to-face, while a few utilized digital platforms such as mobile apps and telephone support.

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More than the rule of 2s: All about Meckel Diverticulum

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Other complications include obstruction due to intussusception or volvulus, leading to bowel ischemia and shock. This nuclear medicine scan utilizes a radioactive tracer that is taken up by the gastric mucosa in Meckel’s diverticulum, thereby helping to identify its presence. Updated 2023 Jan 30]. ” An et.

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Future Directions in Opioid Prescribing Patterns for Patients with Chronic Pain [Prescribing and pharmacotherapeutics]

Annals of Family Medicine

Study Design: Secondary data analysis of a retrospective cohort from 2017-2023. Setting or Dataset: 4 primary care clinics (PCCs) across Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Results: Trend lines of opioid MME prescribed by providers at each participating clinic were shared at provider meetings. Concurrent use increased from 6.3

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