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Topical Esmolol Gel Helped Heal Diabetic Foot Ulcers

— Significantly better than standard of care at 12 and 24 weeks

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Experts Outline Strategies for Boosting Equity in Chronic Kidney Disease

Race-neutral calculations for kidney function, leveling the playing field on waiting lists

May 15, 2023
What Caused Visual Disturbance in Kidney Transplant Patient?

Genetic testing identified PAX2 gene variant

May 15, 2023
Falls and Mortality; At-Home Versus In-Clinic Blood Pressure Measurement

Also in TTHealthWatch: a peanut allergy patch for young children and orphan drug profits

May 13, 2023
Multimodal Evaluations May Flag Cardiac Allograft Problems Earlier

Study underscores importance of anatomical, physiological parameters

May 11, 2023
Falls and Mortality; At-Home Versus In-Clinic Blood Pressure Measurement

Also in TTHealthWatch: a peanut allergy patch for young children and orphan drug profits

Multimodal Evaluations May Flag Cardiac Allograft Problems Earlier

Study underscores importance of anatomical, physiological parameters

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Persistent Shoulder Pain in a Dialysis Patient?

Consider metastatic or ectopic calcification in diagnosing unexplained symptoms in ESRD patients

A mature male describes his shoulder pain to his male doctor.
What Caused This Man's Weakness and Hematuria?

Lab tests, physical exam not helpful -- but history-taking offers a clue

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Senators Call Out PBMs, Drugmakers for High Prescription Drug Costs

This "is a moral issue," Sen. Bernie Sanders said during the hearing

May 11, 2023
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Adding This New Criteria Drastically Cut 72-Hour Insulinoma Fast Time

Beta-hydroxybutyrate-based stopping point reduced burden on patients

May 08, 2023
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GLP-1 Agonists Come Out on Top in Cardiovascular Comparison of Newer Diabetes Meds

Serious limitations noted of attempt to compare GLP-1 agonists, SGLT-2 inhibitors, however

May 08, 2023
A photo of a senior man self-injecting diabetes medication in his stomach fat.
GLP-1 RAs Safe Months After Kidney Transplant

Helped diabetics cut down on daily insulin dose, body weight

May 08, 2023
AACE over a photo of the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA.
Babies Fare Better If Gestational Diabetes Is Treated Early in Second Trimester

But not waiting for repeat glucose-tolerance testing confirmation didn't help mom, trial shows

May 06, 2023
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Vascular Complications Big Contributor to Diabetes Deaths

Diabetic nephropathy was most common of the fatal complications, study showed

May 05, 2023
AACE over a photo of the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA.
Lower BP Might Mean Less Cardiac Conduction Disease

SPRINT post hoc analysis suggests a means for prevention

May 03, 2023
 A photo of a senior woman checking her blood pressure.
Diabetes and Poor Diet; Non-Surgical Sciatica Treatment

Also in TTHealthWatch: umbilical cord blood analysis and obesity

Apr 29, 2023
TTUHSC EL PASO HEALTHWATCH with their logo and photos of Rick Lange, MD, and Elizabeth Tracey
Sketchy Benefits With Corticosteroids Persist in Children's Heart Surgery

An updated meta-analysis of the controversial practice shows no definite answers

Apr 28, 2023
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Sodium Thiosulphate Not Much Help for Calciphylaxis in CKD

Though used off-label for years, treatment isn't very beneficial

Apr 26, 2023
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Is There a Wrong Way to Take a Midday Nap?

Duration of siestas associated with health outcomes

Apr 26, 2023
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FDA Finally OKs Latest MiniMed System for Type 1 Diabetes

780G system first to feature meal detection technology

Apr 24, 2023
FDA APPROVED MiniMed 780G system over a photo a person holding the device.
The Worst Redo Option After TAVR?

Choose the first procedure wisely, because repeats have mortality implications, researchers say

Apr 24, 2023
A photo of a replacement aortic valve in a green rubber gloved hand.
Lemonade and Early Death; Med School Rankings Delayed; $50 for OTC Narcan?

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Apr 21, 2023
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