Two studies published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery found that high blood sugar and obesity significantly increase the risk of surgical site infections after orthopaedic trauma and total joint replacement. Nearly one-third of hospital admissions without diabetes have hyperglycemia, which is associated with longer stays, ICU ...
SourceAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons·JournalJournal of Bone and Joint Surgery·DateJul 25, 2012
Researchers have identified genetic and blood serum markers that can predict the rapid progression of hepatitis C disease, allowing for more effective treatment decisions. Patients with high levels of a specific protein called MCP-1 are at risk for severe liver diseases.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 25, 2012
A new approach using an HIV drug has significantly reduced the incidence of graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) in bone marrow transplant patients. The treatment redirects immune cells away from vital organs, reducing the risk of GvHD without compromising the patient's ability to fight cancer.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateJul 11, 2012
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The American College of Physicians developed a free curriculum to train internal medicine residents in identifying and eliminating wasteful treatment options. The high-value, cost-conscious care curriculum focuses on patient cases requiring careful analysis of benefits, harms, costs, and evidence-based decision making.
SourceAmerican College of Physicians·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·DateJul 9, 2012
Patients who refuse transfusion following cardiac surgery, particularly Jehovah's Witnesses, experience lower morbidity and mortality rates compared to those who receive blood transfusions. They also show fewer complications such as heart attacks and longer hospital stays, while having better long-term survival rates.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalArchives of Internal Medicine·DateJul 2, 2012
Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center and colleagues have tested deferasirox as a treatment for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a blood-related malignancy that affects the ineffective production of blood cells. Deferasirox reduced iron levels by 23% in 53% of patients, showing promising results for this type of cancer.
SourceH. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute·JournalJournal of Clinical Oncology·DateJun 22, 2012
L. Barth Reller, a renowned clinical microbiologist, has been recognized with the 2012 TREK Diagnostic ABMM/ABMLI Professional Recognition Award for his outstanding contributions to the field. He is also an accomplished mentor and trainer of medical microbiologists, having mentored 38 fellows who now hold leadership positions globally.
SourceAmerican Society for Microbiology·DateJun 6, 2012
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The study used proteomic techniques to analyze the effects of grafted methoxypoly(ethylene glycol) on plasma protein adsorption. Results showed that the polymer-mediated surface camouflage prevented immune recognition signals, enhancing biocompatibility and reducing alloimmunization.
Two US Army physicians, Col. Gregory J. Argyros and Alan J. Magill, were inducted as Masters in the American College of Physicians for their contributions to internal medicine through teaching, research, and medical practice. The honors recognize the Army's commitment to board certification, continuing education, and exceptional patien...
The John A. Hartford Foundation awards $2.5 million in career development grants to 83 IU School of Medicine geriatricians to improve healthcare for older adults. The award aims to increase the number of academic leaders in geriatric medicine and address the growing need for trained geriatricians.
SourceIndiana University School of Medicine·DateApr 27, 2012
A Johns Hopkins study reveals wide variation in blood transfusion use during surgery, with frequent unnecessary transfusions. Researchers suggest that patients only need a transfusion if their hemoglobin levels fall below seven or eight grams per deciliter.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalAnesthesiology·DateApr 24, 2012
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The study found that robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) resulted in superior outcomes compared to open radical prostatectomy (ORP), including reduced need for blood transfusions and complications during or after surgery. RARP patients were also less likely to have prolonged hospital stays.
SourceHenry Ford Health·JournalEuropean Urology·DateApr 24, 2012
A new medical college admission test (MCAT) is proposed to prioritize knowledge of behavioral and social sciences. The authors argue that this shift will help practicing physicians address modifiable behaviors contributing to premature deaths in the US.
SourceNIH/Office of the Director·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateApr 4, 2012
The University of Chicago Medicine will launch a new program to study the role of spirituality in medical practice and education, with a focus on how a physician's personal beliefs inform their professional life. The Faculty Scholars program aims to train junior faculty to conduct research on this topic.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Medical Center·DateApr 2, 2012
Boston Medical Center physician Jeffrey Samet, MD, received a $1.4 million NIDA grant to develop the Research in Addiction Medicine Scholars (RAMS) Program, which aims to create formal addiction medicine training programs with strong research components.
SourceBoston University School of Medicine·DateApr 2, 2012
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The American College of Physicians' AABB recommends a restrictive red blood cell transfusion strategy for stable adults and children, with evidence showing no difference in mortality or hospital stay between liberal and restrictive approaches. The guideline suggests considering transfusion at a hemoglobin threshold of 7-8 g/dL.
SourceAmerican College of Physicians·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·DateMar 26, 2012
The journal will publish all future articles under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Creative Commons License, allowing non-commercial use and citation. This conversion enables wider dissemination of biomedical research and accelerates discovery.
SourceWiley·JournalEMBO Molecular Medicine·DateMar 9, 2012
Researchers have identified two proteins responsible for the Langereis and Junior blood types, shedding light on a long-standing medical mystery. The discovery may improve treatment options for breast cancer patients and enhance blood transfusion safety for rare blood type carriers.
SourceUniversity of Vermont·JournalNature Genetics·DateFeb 23, 2012
Researchers found that red blood cell transfusion decreased physical fatigue in women with acute postpartum anemia, but the effect was small. The study, which included over 50 Dutch hospitals, showed that expectant management without transfusion is a preferred approach.
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Researchers developed a nanoparticle microfluidic color device for rapid detection of acute sepsis and other biomarkers, offering improved accuracy and speed in medical diagnostics. The device boasts high sensitivity and can detect minute quantities of biomolecules, making it a promising solution for point-of-care diagnostics.
SourceInderscience Publishers·JournalInternational Journal of Design Engineering·DateFeb 6, 2012
Prevention strategies that included ultrasound screening and chronic blood transfusions for children with sickle cell anemia led to a significant decrease in racial disparities in stroke-related deaths. This change occurred after the Stroke Prevention Trial in Sickle Cell Anemia (STOP) was implemented in 1998.
A study of 100 intubated patients found no significant differences in pulmonary gas exchange, immunologic status, or coagulation status between fresh and standard-issue red blood cells. The findings challenge previous observational studies linking RBC storage duration to respiratory complications.
SourceAmerican Thoracic Society·JournalAmerican Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine·DateJan 20, 2012
Researchers propose using personalized medicine to identify individuals at highest risk for developing type 2 diabetes, allowing for targeted prevention efforts. Current methods are inefficient, but new biomarkers and approaches hold promise for preventing and controlling the disease.
SourceAlbert Einstein College of Medicine·JournalHealth Affairs·DateJan 9, 2012
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A University of Maryland study found that restricting blood transfusions after hip surgery did not harm patients and may even be unnecessary for some. The research included over 2,000 patients with anemia after hip fracture and showed no significant difference in recovery rates between those who received moderate transfusions and those...
SourceUniversity of Maryland Medical Center·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateDec 14, 2011
Researchers evaluated the safety and efficacy of hydroxyurea therapy in pediatric patients with SCD and found that continued use of hydroxyurea was associated with lower rates of pain crises, episodic transfusions, and hospital admissions. The studies also showed high acceptance rates for hydroxyurea among families of children with SCD.
Preemies with AB blood type are nearly three times as likely to die from necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) as those with other blood types. Changing blood transfusion practices could significantly reduce NEC incidence by providing specific blood types.
SourceLoyola Medicine·JournalJournal of Perinatology·DateNov 21, 2011
A cartoon character is being used to promote the use of tranexamic acid, a life-saving drug that is not being used enough. The animation, designed by Hywel Roberts, aims to increase awareness and uptake of the generic drug among healthcare professionals.
Experts from the Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine will discuss advances in personalized medicine for neuromuscular care, as well as treatment strategies for traumatic brain injuries. They will also explore the integration of handheld technologies into practice management.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·DateNov 16, 2011
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A study published in Annals of Internal Medicine finds that proactive screening for hepatitis C among the birth cohort (1945-1965) is cost-effective and can identify over 800,000 currently unidentified cases. This strategy could save thousands of lives each year compared to current case identification methods.
SourceAmerican College of Physicians·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·DateNov 4, 2011
Michael LeFevre, a renowned family medicine leader, has been elected to the Institute of Medicine. As a distinguished expert in prevention, detection, and treatment of high blood pressure, he will contribute to evidence-based medicine and improve health care outcomes.
SourceUniversity of Missouri School of Medicine·DateOct 18, 2011
A new study conducted by two seventh-grade students found that over one in four kindergarten children and one in five teachers struggled to distinguish between medicine and candy. The most common mistakes included mixing M&Ms with Coricidin, SweeTARTS with Mylanta, and Reese's Pieces with Sine-off.
Researchers suggest that transfusion may not be the best treatment for hospitalized patients with anemia, as the age of stored blood may contribute to negative effects. Studies found that transfusions do not always restore levels of sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P), a lipid mediator required for maintaining blood vessel integrity.
SourceUniversity of Kentucky·JournalClinical Science·DateOct 12, 2011
A new testing program coupled with a year-long clinical experience improved internal medicine resident scores on the Internal Medicine In-Training Exam. The study found that residents who participated in the program showed a significant increase in median individual percentile rank, outperforming control groups by 8.5 percentile points.
SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·JournalJournal of General Internal Medicine·DateOct 11, 2011
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Researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine found that $6.7 billion was spent on unnecessary tests or medications, with brand-name statins accounting for 86% of the cost. Excess spending included blood work, bone density scans, and antibiotic prescriptions.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalArchives of Internal Medicine·DateOct 3, 2011
Multiple lifestyle improvements can reduce the risk of developing diabetes by up to 80%, according to a study of over 100,000 men and women. Additionally, researchers warn that Babesia, a parasitic disease, poses a threat to the nation's blood supply, highlighting the need for donor-screening strategies.
SourceAmerican College of Physicians·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·DateSep 5, 2011
For the first time, researchers have successfully injected cultured red blood cells (cRBCs) created from human hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) into a human donor. The cRBCs were capable of progressing through the full maturation process and demonstrated survival rates comparable to conventional native red blood cells.
SourceAmerican Society of Hematology·JournalBlood·DateSep 1, 2011
A new study conducted by Duke University Medical Center researchers found that inserting intra-aortic balloon pumps prior to angioplasty in patients with acute myocardial infarction does not reduce the scope of heart muscle damage, also known as infarct size. The study's findings were published online and presented at the European Soci...
SourceDuke University Medical Center·JournalJAMA·DateAug 30, 2011
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A randomized multicentre open-label study found that 24-month duration of dual therapy is no better than six months in preventing adverse cardiac events, but significantly increases the risk of bleeding and transfusion. The study challenges current guideline recommendations.
Researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine will identify genetic markers for each patient enrolled in the study, inputting them into electronic medical records for tailored treatment. The study aims to improve management of heart disease risk factors and prevent onset.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·DateAug 18, 2011
Researchers found that patients who developed moderate to severe anemia had a significantly higher mean blood loss from phlebotomy compared to those who did not. The study suggests that reducing unnecessary phlebotomy and blood volume could help prevent hospital-acquired anemia in heart attack patients.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalArchives of Internal Medicine·DateAug 8, 2011
Elsevier presents awards to exceptional wilderness medicine professionals who demonstrate dedication to saving lives in austere environments. Recipients receive an e-reader pre-loaded with critical medical content, including Dr. Paul Auerbach's 'Medicine for the Outdoors and Wilderness Medicine.'
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Researchers at Duke University Medical Center found that donated red blood cells lose their key feature to diminish lifesaving power with storage time. This loss can lead to complications in critically ill patients, prompting a search for ways to optimize transfusion benefits and extend stored blood's shelf life.
SourceDuke University Medical Center·JournalCritical Care Medicine·DateJul 15, 2011
A team of researchers has discovered that stored transfusion blood can accumulate 'free' hemoglobin and microparticles that react quickly with nitric oxide, leading to blood vessel constriction and hypertension. The findings suggest that a new approach to blood storage may be necessary to prevent complications.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences·JournalCirculation·DateJul 13, 2011
Researchers mapped anemia risk in preschool-age children in Burkina Faso, Ghana, and Mali using national cross-sectional surveys. The maps indicate the geographical risk profile of anemia, allowing for targeted control measures such as nutrient supplements and fortified foods.
A Penn-led study has identified common clinical activities where changes in practice could lead to higher quality care and better use of finite clinical resources. The 'Top 5' list for internal medicine includes practices such as not overimaging, not overscreening, and using generic statins.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalArchives of Internal Medicine·DateMay 23, 2011
New research provides evidence for the significant differences between new and old red blood cells used for transfusions. The study found that older red blood cells have undergone 'significant changes and damage', compromising their cell membrane integrity, making them not useful for transfusions.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalJournal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine·DateMay 20, 2011
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A half-million dollar research grant aimed at relaxing the ban on gay and bisexual men donating blood has not been accessed by Canadian researchers. The authors argue that new screening methods can detect HIV and hepatitis B and C early enough to protect the blood supply from infection.
SourceCanadian Medical Association Journal·JournalCanadian Medical Association Journal·DateMay 2, 2011
A recent study examines changes in medical students' views about internal medicine careers from 1990 to 2007. The proportion of students planning general internal medicine training declined, while those attracted by primary care physicians' appeal increased. Bolder reform is needed to improve the educational pipeline and practice of ge...
SourceJAMA Network·JournalArchives of Internal Medicine·DateApr 25, 2011
The use of stored red cells during transfusions may cause adverse effects in patients due to impaired oxygen delivery. Researchers are exploring the impact of stored blood on respiratory gases to improve blood storage methods and mitigate patient risks.
New training program aims to improve communication skills among healthcare providers and between providers and patients, leading to better medical outcomes and reduced errors.
SourceIndiana University School of Medicine·JournalAcademic Medicine·DateApr 14, 2011
Scientists demonstrate a novel mechanism for Chagas disease's devastating effects: a parasite-driven autoimmune response that alters host genome. This chicken model reveals the origin of Chagas-like heart disease in the absence of parasitism, shedding new light on this lethal endemic infectious disease.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases·DateMar 29, 2011
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A new Northwestern Medicine study shows that standardized medicine prescriptions into doses at four clearly identified periods of day, can improve health outcomes for older patients. The study found that low health literacy was the greatest predictor of patients taking their medications more times per day.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalArchives of Internal Medicine·DateFeb 28, 2011
Researchers found that whole blood retains its clotting properties at least 11 days under standard refrigeration, potentially improving survival in war injuries and disasters. This discovery could lead to a change in clinical practice and improve the availability of whole blood for specific situations.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalTransfusion·DateFeb 23, 2011
A study by the University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center found that being a woman does not necessarily increase the risk of dying from treatment for a severe heart attack. However, women tend to be older and sicker at the time of treatment, leading to higher mortality rates.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalAmerican Heart Journal·DateFeb 22, 2011
Children with acute anemia are at risk of undetected brain damage due to silent strokes, which can cause poor academic performance and severe cognitive impairments. Regular monitoring and timely transfusion may help prevent permanent brain damage in these children.
Researchers have developed a new assay test that can detect minute amounts of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease-causing prions in human blood, making it possible to screen donated blood before acceptance. This could lead to improved and earlier diagnosis for patients and a better understanding of the prevalence of the disease.
SourceThe Lancet_DELETED·JournalThe Lancet·DateFeb 2, 2011
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The drug tranexamic acid (TXA) has been shown to reduce the risk of death in trauma patients with severe bleeding by 10%, potentially saving over 70,000 lives each year. TXA reduces clot breakdown and has few side effects, making it a promising treatment option for civilian and military settings.
SourceWiley·JournalCochrane Database of Systematic Reviews·DateJan 18, 2011
Patients with diabetes, kidney disease, and anemia who don't respond to treatment with darbepoetin alpha have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease or death. The study suggests customizing treatment based on initial response to the drug could reduce risk.
SourceUT Southwestern Medical Center·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateDec 29, 2010
A CCNY professor has received a $1.3 million grant to develop an artificial blood substitute that can be administered to injured troops on the battlefield. The artificial hemoglobin binds oxygen in the presence of carbon monoxide, potentially preventing or treating carbon monoxide poisoning.
Research at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital investigates managing iron overload associated with stroke prevention in young sickle cell patients. Genetic predictors of stroke risk are also being studied, with five common genetic variations validated as markers of increased risk.
SourceSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital·DateDec 6, 2010