Latest news from American College of Physicians (ACP) on Newswise en-us Copyright 2024 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/systematic-review-finds-3-medications-with-potential-to-treat-vaginal-symptoms-of-gsm-in-menopause/?sc=rsin /articles/systematic-review-finds-3-medications-with-potential-to-treat-vaginal-symptoms-of-gsm-in-menopause/?sc=rsin Mon, 09 Sep 2024 17:00:00 EST A systematic review of existing literature on genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) treatments found that vaginal estrogen, vaginal DHEA, oral ospemifene, and vaginal moisturizers may improve some GSM symptoms in the short term. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/1-in-5-covid-deaths-potentially-attributable-to-hospital-caseload-strain/?sc=rsin /articles/1-in-5-covid-deaths-potentially-attributable-to-hospital-caseload-strain/?sc=rsin Mon, 09 Sep 2024 17:00:00 EST A nationwide retrospective cohort study evaluated the effect of COVID-19 caseload stress on the probability of in-hospital mortality or discharge to hospice. The data revealed a detrimental relationship between COVID-19 caseload and survival across all hospital types, far beyond the pandemic's learning curve. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/false-positive-mammography-result-may-discourage-women-from-subsequent-screening/?sc=rsin /articles/false-positive-mammography-result-may-discourage-women-from-subsequent-screening/?sc=rsin Mon, 02 Sep 2024 17:00:00 EST A large, multi-center cohort study of more than 3 million screening mammograms in over 1 million patients aged 40 to 73 found that women were less likely to return for subsequent mammography screenings if they had a false positive recall for additional imaging or biopsy. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/individualized-acupuncture-shows-long-term-efficacy-in-reducing-chronic-neck-pain/?sc=rsin /articles/individualized-acupuncture-shows-long-term-efficacy-in-reducing-chronic-neck-pain/?sc=rsin Mon, 02 Sep 2024 17:00:00 EST A randomized controlled trial found that individualized acupuncture may reduce chronic neck pain for up to 24 weeks when compared to sham acupuncture and a waitlist control group. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/researchers-find-substantial-variations-in-performance-characteristics-between-fecal-immunochemical-tests/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-find-substantial-variations-in-performance-characteristics-between-fecal-immunochemical-tests/?sc=rsin Mon, 02 Sep 2024 17:00:00 EST A comparative performance study of 5 commonly used fecal immunochemical tests (FIT) found substantial variations in performance characteristics between tests. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/u-s-lags-behind-european-countries-in-time-from-drug-approval-to-reimbursement/?sc=rsin /articles/u-s-lags-behind-european-countries-in-time-from-drug-approval-to-reimbursement/?sc=rsin Mon, 02 Sep 2024 17:00:00 EST A brief research report published in Annals of Internal Medicine found that the U.S. lags behind European countries in time from drug approval to reimbursement. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/high-bmi-eligibility-for-semaglutide-could-cost-medicare-an-additional-145-billion-annually/?sc=rsin /articles/high-bmi-eligibility-for-semaglutide-could-cost-medicare-an-additional-145-billion-annually/?sc=rsin Mon, 26 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST A brief research report found that 61% of Medicare-eligible adults have a BMI of 27 or higher, which means they may benefit from a GLP-1 receptor agonist like semaglutide for weight loss. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/dementia-risk-similar-with-sglt2-inhibitors-and-dulaglutide/?sc=rsin /articles/dementia-risk-similar-with-sglt2-inhibitors-and-dulaglutide/?sc=rsin Mon, 26 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST A nation-wide, population-based cohort study compared the effects of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors versus dulaglutide on risk for dementia in older patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/eus-rv-and-precut-sphincterotomy-equally-effective-salvage-techniques-to-treat-benign-biliary-obstructions-and-can-serve-as-a-backup-for-each-other/?sc=rsin /articles/eus-rv-and-precut-sphincterotomy-equally-effective-salvage-techniques-to-treat-benign-biliary-obstructions-and-can-serve-as-a-backup-for-each-other/?sc=rsin Mon, 26 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST A randomized control trial compared endoscopic ultrasound-guided rendezvous technique (EUS-RV) and precut sphincterotomy as salvage techniques for difficult bile duct cannulation in benign biliary obstruction. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/yoga-no-more-effective-than-general-exercise-in-reducing-urinary-incontinence-in-older-women/?sc=rsin /articles/yoga-no-more-effective-than-general-exercise-in-reducing-urinary-incontinence-in-older-women/?sc=rsin Mon, 26 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST A randomized trial involving middle aged and older women reporting daily urinary incontinence (UI) found that a pelvic floor yoga intervention did not result in a greater improvement in UI symptoms compared to a general muscle stretching and strengthening exercise program. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/simple-alternative-criteria-identify-people-with-the-most-to-gain-from-lung-cancer-screening/?sc=rsin /articles/simple-alternative-criteria-identify-people-with-the-most-to-gain-from-lung-cancer-screening/?sc=rsin Mon, 19 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST In the first study of its kind, researchers developed an alternative set of simple criteria using a prediction model to identify groups of people who would most benefit from lung cancer screening (LCS) but are disproportionately excluded by current eligibility criteria. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/older-adults-who-start-dialysis-trade-modest-gains-in-life-expectancy-for-less-time-at-home/?sc=rsin /articles/older-adults-who-start-dialysis-trade-modest-gains-in-life-expectancy-for-less-time-at-home/?sc=rsin Mon, 19 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST An observational cohort study of adults with chronic kidney failure examined the benefits and risks of starting dialysis versus continuing medical management on survival, home time, and time in inpatient settings. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/researchers-warn-of-dangers-associated-with-rising-kratom-use/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-warn-of-dangers-associated-with-rising-kratom-use/?sc=rsin Mon, 12 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST Researchers from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and WorkIt Health suggest it's time for physicians to embrace asking patients about kratom use, the same as they would cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamines, or heroin. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/long-covid-continues-to-evade-diagnosis/?sc=rsin /articles/long-covid-continues-to-evade-diagnosis/?sc=rsin Mon, 12 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST Of 25 routine clinical lab tests, not one can aid in diagnosing post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/more-than-one-fifth-of-medicare-advantage-users-classified-as-homebound-or-semi-homebound/?sc=rsin /articles/more-than-one-fifth-of-medicare-advantage-users-classified-as-homebound-or-semi-homebound/?sc=rsin Mon, 12 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST Homebound status a powerful predictor of hospitalization and health care utilization American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/physicians-debate-best-management-strategies-for-inpatient-glycemic-control/?sc=rsin /articles/physicians-debate-best-management-strategies-for-inpatient-glycemic-control/?sc=rsin Tue, 06 Aug 2024 14:00:00 EST In a new Annals "Beyond the Guidelines" feature, two expert diabetologists discuss their approach to inpatient management of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), specifically regarding inpatient glycemic goals on the medical ward, the use of noninsulin antihyperglycemic medications, and patient safety strategies for patients receiving long-acting insulin. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/initial-pneumonia-diagnoses-often-revised-in-the-hospital/?sc=rsin /articles/initial-pneumonia-diagnoses-often-revised-in-the-hospital/?sc=rsin Mon, 05 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST A national cohort study representing more than 2 million patient encounters found that more than half of all patients hospitalized and treated for pneumonia experienced discordant diagnoses from their initial presentation to discharge. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/follow-up-after-cardiovascular-hospitalizations-lacking-especially-among-marginalized-populations/?sc=rsin /articles/follow-up-after-cardiovascular-hospitalizations-lacking-especially-among-marginalized-populations/?sc=rsin Mon, 05 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST A retrospective cohort study found that between 2010 and 2019, timely post-discharge follow-up after acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and heart failure (HF) hospitalizations increased substantially for Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries, but many patients still not getting the follow-up they need, and racial and socioeconomic disparities have worsened. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/cancer-screening-estimated-to-cost-43-billion-a-year-in-the-united-states/?sc=rsin /articles/cancer-screening-estimated-to-cost-43-billion-a-year-in-the-united-states/?sc=rsin Mon, 05 Aug 2024 17:00:00 EST A modeling study suggests that cancer screening in the United States costs more than $40 billion annually. American College of Physicians (ACP) /articles/semaglutide-may-show-promise-for-smoking-cessation/?sc=rsin /articles/semaglutide-may-show-promise-for-smoking-cessation/?sc=rsin Mon, 29 Jul 2024 17:00:00 EST New use of semaglutide was associated with a lower risk for medical care related to tobacco use disorder (TUD) in smokers with type 2 diabetes compared with 7 other anti-diabetes medications. American College of Physicians (ACP)