The Clinical Problem Solvers

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Each of the diagnoses you’re considering fall somewhere on a spectrum of probability, from unlikely to likely, based on her: (1) Clinical presentation (2) Risk factors, and (3) Base rate of the disease Your pretest probability is the probability you give to each of these potential diagnoses being the correct diagnosis before you get more data.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

MAY 14, 2020

Would I’ve been able to reason my way to his underlying diagnosis from the initial data? I find it awe-inspiring to listen to clinicians pick up on subtle clues and use both intuitive and analytic reasoning to reach a final diagnosis. Parenthetically, the question around CT for the diagnosis of COVID-19 is interesting.

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PEMBlog

JUNE 26, 2025

Now these injuries make up less than 1% of all pediatric trauma, but when they occur, they demand precision and vigilance in terms of diagnosis and management. As always, I’m your host, Brad Sobolewski, and in this episode we are diving into a high-stakes but fortunately rare topic in pediatric trauma — penetrating neck injuries.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

[link] Dr. Steph Sherman, Lindsey , Emma , and Sharmin tackle a case presented by Anna Want to learn more about Women in Diagnosis (WDx) series? Blog post – by Smitha Want to test your learning? Diagnosis The patient was found to have extensive bilateral consolidations on computed tomography of the chest.

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

This is a blog post designed to disseminate the important work of Choosing Wisely , an initiative of the the American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation, the goal of which is the spark conversations between clinicians and patients about what tests, treatments, and procedures are needed – and which ones are not.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

JUNE 12, 2022

A problem representation (PR, or Summary Statement) is an evolving, concise summary that highlights the defining features of a case , helping clinicians generate a focused differential diagnosis and identify the next steps in diagnosis and treatment. A positive NS1 test result confirmed the final diagnosis of Dengue.”

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

FEBRUARY 9, 2020

Objectives Define likelihood ratios and their utility in diagnostic reasoning Identify how likelihood ratios alter the probability of a diagnosis Apply likelihood ratios in clinical reasoning What are likelihood ratios and how do they work? A LR > 1 increases the probability of a specific diagnosis.

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FDA Law Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

discusses several approaches that companies are exploring for use of AI in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease, including AI-enabled software for retinal scans and identification of genetic triggers. Javitt & Steven J. The first article—“Is the Eye the Window to Alzheimer’s?” The first article—“Is the Eye the Window to Alzheimer’s?”—discusses

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Common Sense Family Doctor

DECEMBER 14, 2024

A 2019 AFP editorial provided more guidance for estimating and having conversations about life expectancy with older patients. ** This post first appeared on the AFP Community Blog. Watchful waiting refers to clinical observation only. A recent analysis of the U.S. in 2000 to 59.8%

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Logansport Memorial Hospital

APRIL 23, 2024

In this blog article, Dr. Scott Marsh, our podiatrist here at Logansport Memorial, shares some tips to keep your feet healthy. Early detection and diagnosis can prevent significant issues, including surgery. For example, numbness in your feet may be a sign of diabetes or swelling could indicate high blood pressure.

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ABIM

MAY 18, 2025

and Globally IBD is no longer a rare diagnosis. I was living with pain, confusion, and shame, and I didn’t yet have the words or the diagnosis to explain it to others. That silence can delay diagnosis for years, just as it did for me, even here in the U.S., The Rising Incidence of IBD in the U.S. In the U.S.,

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Plum Health

MAY 19, 2023

This blog post is a general informational guide and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It's not insurance but complements various insurance and health share plans to provide comprehensive coverage. Always consult with a healthcare professional for any medical condition or health concern.

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Priority Physicians

JANUARY 20, 2025

In our direct primary care setting, we take the time to deep-dive and explain options to our patients so they’re comfortable with a diagnosis and treatment plan that might not require an X-ray. An MRI augments and adds confidence to our clinical diagnosis. Contact your DPC physician immediately.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

our own illness scripts) as we reason to a working diagnosis or a final diagnosis. Including key features with high likelihood ratios will help you decide whether to treat, test for, or toss a diagnosis. In the reasoning process, we use illness scripts to compare and contrast a patient’s clinical presentation (i.e.,

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

AUGUST 25, 2019

A lung biopsy demonstrated necrotizing granulomatous inflammation, and a diagnosis of GPA was made. In Episode 24 , Dr. Sarah Goglin taught us that sinus symptoms can be an early finding, and it is not uncommon for patients to be treated for recurrent bacterial sinusitis many times before a diagnosis of GPA is made.

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FDA Law Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2022

This blog post describes the medical device determination process and a way of assessing software functions to determine if your software product is subject to FDA regulations. or other similar or related article” which is “intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions.” Your product may be a device.

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Vascular Physician

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

These include: Being overweight or obese Advanced age Psoriatic or rheumatoid arthritis Pregnancy Undergoing surgery Diagnosis and Medical Evaluation If you are exhibiting signs of lymphedema, do not wait to seek medical attention. Early diagnosis could mean a more effective treatment plan.

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Vascular Physician

MARCH 10, 2022

Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent more serious complications from developing. If you're diagnosed with a disease that affects your vessels (veins & arteries) organs including your heart and lungs can be affect. Even your legs and feet can feel the effects of an unhealthy circulatory system.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

NOVEMBER 30, 2019

Were there always these many numbers and percentages and graphs?! How do I… INTERPRET PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTS ? First, what are some common PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTS ? Was there poor or inconsistent effort?

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FDA Law Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Prescriptions Containing No Diagnosis or Intended Use Controlled substance prescriptions issued with a non-specific diagnosis or no diagnosis. On October 10th, based on ability to pay, the U.S. 11, 2023 ( DOJ Press Release ). Our post on the Betances distributor decision and suspicious orders will appear in the near future.

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Vascular Physician

JUNE 27, 2021

blog h2 { margin-top: 1.25rem; } Varicose veins are quite common and often lead to pain, embarrassment and possibly further health issues. For proper diagnosis, a vascular specialist will complete a comprehensive evaluation that includes an ultrasound to detect varicose veins, evaluate blood flow and determine the efficiency of vein valves.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

SEPTEMBER 28, 2019

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself asking that question after listening to a discussant on the podcast arrive at some unexpected diagnosis, only to have the biopsy or lab test prove them right. “How do they do it?!!” To achieve such mastery, they invest countless hours in training, or “working out,” their thinking.

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Vascular Physician

OCTOBER 24, 2022

This can make it difficult for individuals to get a proper diagnosis and the treatment they need to prevent the condition from progressing into something more serious. As blood flows through your body, your arteries transfer blood away from your heart while your veins return the blood back to it. How Does it Impact the Body?

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FDA Law Blog

JUNE 3, 2025

Houck We appreciate receiving feedback on our blog posts. By Larry K. We received a response to our post on the prescribing red flags indicating the likelihood of certain prescriptions filled by Walgreens pharmacies were invalid because they lacked a legitimate medical purpose or were not issued in the usual course of professional practice.

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FDA Law Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Please note these helpful Nonresident Pharmacy Licensure FAQs California Pharmacists can continue to provide oral therapeutics to patients after a positive Covid-19 diagnosis. licensing team will continue to track these issues and keep blog readers informed about state and federal licensing/registration issues that could affect them.

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Vascular Physician

JANUARY 11, 2023

Once the diagnosis of lymphedema has been made by a medical professional, treatment can be started. When there is a disruption in this system the excess fluid remains in the extracellular space which causes swelling. Who is at risk of lymphedema? Lymphedema is rarely caused by congenital abnormalities in lymphatic vessels.

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Vascular Physician

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Some PAD complications are more likely to occur in individuals who also have diabetes, including: Stroke Heart attack Non healing wounds Diagnosis and Treatment of PAD Since PAD may not produce symptoms, a healthcare provider is necessary in diagnosing this condition. It is estimated that between 20-30% of people with diabetes also have PAD.

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PEMBlog

MAY 20, 2025

So it’s the name for all of the cool imaging studies that we order on all of our patients, and they are essential for doing our daily jobs and identifying serious conditions like traumatic brain injuries, appendicitis, and stroke. And what are some of the trends that you’re seeing regarding how often we’re performing these studies?

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FDA Law Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2022

FDA is also proposing updates to Section III of the 2018 Breakthrough Devices Program guidance to clarify the designation considerations for the first breakthrough criterion—whether a device provides for “more effective” treatment or diagnosis.

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Vascular Physician

APRIL 25, 2022

Diagnosis and Treatment: A thorough examination of circulation and inspection of the ulcers are the first steps in making the correct diagnosis. Keeping these small vessels in distal body parts open, such as in the feet, are critical to optimal functioning of the surrounding tissues.

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PEMBlog

OCTOBER 2, 2024

I’ll dive into the latest clinical practice guidelines and discuss evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Now, in the pediatric emergency department, the diagnosis of reflux is primarily clinical. Again, otherwise the diagnosis is based on history and physical examination.

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GeriPal

MARCH 14, 2024

Eric: Well, before we talk about dysphagia and revisit it, which is also interesting, because this is our first podcast, I think on dysphagia, but we’ve talked about it before on GeriPal, in our blog. Eric: Alex, we got a great show today on Dysphagia Revisited. Who do we have on with us today? Eric: Oh boy. Alex: It’s back.

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Vascular Physician

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In fact, sexual dysfunction is so often associated with Leriche Syndrome that the absence of this symptom suggests that another diagnosis should be considered. Another crucial aspect of Leriche syndrome is impotence, which is the inability to achieve an erection or orgasm. Treatment is patient-specific and based on age, health, and severity.

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FDA Law Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

There is much to unpack, and we intend to do so in a series of blog posts. Javitt & Philip Won — As we reported last week, FDA has issued a 26 page, single spaced, tiny-font Proposed Rule of Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs). In this post, we focus on the proposed changes themselves, and the many questions the agency leaves unanswered.

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FDA Law Blog

JANUARY 26, 2022

By Dara Katcher Levy — We are working to keep up with OPDP’s posts over the past few weeks and a blog on its most recent letter to Lilly is forthcoming! With apologies to Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock , it took more than “two” to get this Emgality DTC TV commercial right (insert snare drum here please).

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Want to learn more about Women in Diagnosis (WDx) series? [link] Zari Zahra , Mel Fellay , Lindsey , Emma , and Sharmin discuss gender biases through stories. Melanie graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder with a degree in Accounting & Finance.

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FDA Law Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Note we do not discuss the cell expansion variety of this treatment further in this blog as the court quickly dispensed of it as obviously not subject to the SSP exception.) Defendants may also seek en banc review of the decision from the full Ninth Circuit. 21 U.S.C. § Robbins , 519 U.S. 452 (1997); see also Kisor v. Wilkie , 588 U.S.

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