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Estradiol Valerate-Dienogest and VTE Risk in Combined Oral Contraceptives
A pooled analysis comparing the risk of venous thromboembolism associated with combined oral contraceptives (COC) found significantly decreased venous thromboembolism risk in estradiol valerate-dienogest COCs compared with ethinyl estradiol-levonorgestrel COCs (propensity score-stratified hazard ratio, 0.46; 95% confidence interval, 0.22-0.98).
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Progestins and Meningioma Risk: What Do the Data Say?
The authors of this study sought to determine whether there was a relationship between progestins and central nervous system meningiomas.
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Medication Abortion via Telehealth in the United States
A prospective study of U.S. patients obtaining medication abortion through telehealth platforms demonstrated high effectiveness (97.7%; 95% confidence interval [CI], 97.2% to 98.1%) and safety (99.8%; 95% CI, 99.6% to 99.9%).
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The Role of Probiotics and Synbiotics for Management of Gestational Diabetes
Probiotics and synbiotics have shown promise in reducing insulin resistance and enhancing glycemic control, blood lipid profiles, and inflammation among women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Although they hold potential as a treatment option for GDM, conclusive recommendations await larger, well-designed randomized controlled trials with extended follow-up periods.
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Individualized Oxygen Targets May Improve Outcomes in Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Using a machine learning algorithm, a predictive model demonstrated that different oxygen targets for mechanically ventilated patients may improve outcomes.
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Racial Inequities in Shared Decision-Making for Critically Ill Patients
In this thematic analysis of a previously conducted randomized clinical trial, disparate shared decision-making behaviors were observed among meetings with white vs. Black caregivers of critically ill patients, illustrating opportunities for future clinician-level interventions.
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Health Disparities and Inequities in the Intensive Care Unit and Beyond
Disparities and inequity are everywhere, including in the ICU. This article will review some of the disparities that are present in the ICU, provide a reflection on possible root causes, and identify ideas to combat these inequities.
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Take on CLABSI Infections with Individualized Education, Leadership Support
Central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) are a big problem for patients because they often lead to serious complications such as sepsis. Further, managing such cases can significantly run up the tab for hospitals.
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New ED Clinicians Pose Safety Concerns
Newly trained clinicians entering clinical practice are the top patient safety concern in healthcare, according to ECRI’s Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns for 2024 Special Report.
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Simple Interventions Prove Powerful in Boosting the Acceptance of Preventive Vaccines in the ED
While emergency staff are busier than ever these days, there is no denying that EDs are particularly well-positioned to recognize and address the healthcare needs of underserved patients, many of whom rarely receive preventive care services such as flu vaccinations. Furthermore, new research has shown that, with not much effort or time on the part of clinicians, EDs can double or even triple the percentage of unvaccinated patients who receive their flu vaccinations — a move that likely prevents more expensive, future healthcare use for some of these patients.