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Diabetes related complications among Ethiopian Jews-Outcomes of a 10 years cohort study in Israel [Population health and epidemiology]

Annals of Family Medicine

The context: Immigrants, particularly those moving from lower to higher-income countries, often exhibit a heightened susceptibility to non-communicable diseases, such as Type 2 diabetes (T2D), which may manifest at an earlier age and present with different complications compared to the native population. 0.83, HR 0.70; 95% CI 0.65-0.76,

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Peripheral nerve blocks in total joint arthroplasty beneficial for older patients with fewer comorbidities

Medical Xpress

In a study conducted at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), researchers found that the use of peripheral nerve blocks in total knee and total hip arthroplasty were associated with a consistent reduction in risk for postoperative complications in patients with a lower comorbidity burden.

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What are the Consequences of Venous Disease?

Vascular Physician

They are essentially hollow tubes with thin walls and special flaps inside them called valves. Symptoms of Venous Diseases As with many other cardiovascular diseases, venous diseases can present a wide range of symptoms depending on the type of disease and the person who has it.

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Why Identifying and Managing Giant Cell Arteritis as an Emergency Is Crucial

Physician's Weekly

Giant cell arteritis is one of the most common when we see it, particularly when it presents with signs and symptoms of head and neck ischemia. GCA is a medical emergency because untreated inflammation of the cranial and large vessels can lead to irreversible complications, most notably permanent vision loss or aortic dissection.

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Caring for Patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in the Emergency Department: A Problem-Based Approach

PEMBlog

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a complex and progressive disease requiring highly specialized care, especially in emergency situations. The condition affects multiple organ systems—muscular, cardiac, and respiratory—leading to a myriad of clinical complications.

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Mastering Responses to FDA 510(k) AI Letters: A Strategic Approach

FDA Law Blog

We will then present an effective strategy to address FDA’s AI request in a timely manner. Understanding the Traditional 510(k) Review Timeline There are three types of Premarket Notification 510(k)s: Traditional , Special , and Abbreviated. In this presentation, FDA suggested the following tips.

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Rethinking Opioid Conversions: Mary Lynn McPherson and Drew Rosielle

GeriPal

I know this is like, we’re talking about math and so that makes it all a little complicated, but think about it this way. I really am not buying that it’s too complicated to do A over B, equal C over D, if you know three of the four variables. Eric: But is that just something special about methadone and buprenorphine?

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