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Using Machine Learning to advance primary care: an example of predictive modeling of hypertension risk to impact outcomes [Hypertension]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: While hypertension is the most common chronic disease cared for during adult primary care visits, it is challenging to know which hypertensive patients have the highest risk of cardiovascular complications in the future. A total of 269,411 patients were used for model training.

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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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Better Care Models Needed for Young Adults With Obesity

Physician's Weekly

Obesity drugs were not utilized often in young adults and adolescents despite high complication rates, prompting researchers to call for chronic, holistic care. Obesity in children and young adults is associated with the early development of several obesity-related complications,” wrote Theresa Hunter Gibble, PhD , and colleagues.

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A Comprehensive Guide to CT-Angiogram of the Heart-Part 1

Rao Doctor

A CT-angiogram of the heart, commonly referred to as cardiac CT angiography, is a sophisticated imaging technique that utilizes computed tomography (CT) technology to visualize the arteries of the heart, called the coronary arteries and assess blood flow within the heart. Understanding CT-Angiogram What is CT-Angiogram?

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Drop‑of‑Blood Assay Analyzes Neonatal Immune Status in Real Time

Physician's Weekly

According to a study published in Pediatric Research , the technology aims to close a diagnostic gap in neonatal intensive care units, where repeated phlebotomy can exacerbate anemia and complicate care plans. “ The post Drop‑of‑Blood Assay Analyzes Neonatal Immune Status in Real Time first appeared on Physician's Weekly.

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Q&A: Persistent Bowel Symptoms Impact QOL Following IPAA

Physician's Weekly

Patients with ulcerative colitis report better quality of life after IPAA, but bowel symptoms like urgency and incontinence continue to have a negative impact. They asked the patients with various pouch-related conditions about their post-IPAA experiences and symptoms. Barnes, MD, MPH tells Physician’s Weekly ( PW ).

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Examining the clinical utility of a digital therapeutic intervention with type 2 diabetes

Medical Xpress

A recent study in JMIR Diabetes reported that patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) that have elevated levels of blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin are at higher risk of macro- and microvascular complications.