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Postural Sway Velocity Effective for Assessing Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

Physician's Weekly

Postural sway velocity as a screening tool in diabetic peripheral neuropathy represents a potential early marker of balance impairment and fall risk. Several sessions included presentations on diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), such as the Peter J. Dyck Lecture on mechanisms of diabetic neuropathic pain.

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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. The retrospective analysis incorporated data from Optum MarketClarity claims and electronic medical records. The data spanned from January 2019 to March 2024.

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Clinical Reasoning Corner: Pre and Posttest Probability – Jack Penner

The Clinical Problem Solvers

Objectives Define pre and posttest probability Demonstrate the utility of pre and posttest probability in diagnostic reasoning Practice applying pre and posttest probability in clinical decision making What are Pre and Posttest Probabilities? moving them much lower on our differential): pre and posttest probabilities. Let’s dive in!

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