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An interpretive guideline that calls for a more thorough informed consent process, whether the patient wants to hear the details or not, is causing consternation for physicians and risk managers across the country.
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A woman who required a feeding tube went to the hospital for a colonoscopy. Because of complications experienced during the procedure, doctors inserted a central line for intravenous fluid access.
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While international adoption increases in popularity, many people remain concerned about potential long-term developmental problems in adopted children.
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Since 1993, oral quinolones (ciprofloxacin, ofloxacin, and levofloxacin) have been recommended by the CDC as first-line treatments for gonorrhea.
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Imwong et al collected paired blood samples from 149 patients with vivax malaria in Thailand (n=36), Myanmar (n=75), and India (n=38), and compared parasite genotypes.
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A 59-year-old man was admitted to the hospital in July 2006, with a 10-day history of fevers, malaise, muscle aches, back pain and progressive weakness. Two days prior to admission, he had developed slurred speech and jaundice.
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Gonococcal Infections, CDC's Updated Treatment; Head Lice Malathion
First-Line Treatment; Statins, May Cut the Risk of Cataracts; FDA Actions
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At Gwinnett Hospital System in Lawrenceville, GA, the HIPAA compliance program has been broadened to include "any and all sensitive information."
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A "Survivor" leadership and team-building program developed at Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center is prompting "aha moments" among an increasing circle of access audiences.
