Factors in Initial Anticoagulation Choice in Hospitalized Patients with Pulmonary Embolism

Pulmonary Embolism (PE) Overview Pulmonary Embolism (PE) is a serious medical emergency with an annual incidence of approximately 60 to 120 cases per 100,000 people in North America and Europe. Most patients are diagnosed with PE in the Emergency Department (ED), and hospitalization is required for the majority of U.S. patients. Anticoagulation is ...

Social Risks and Nonadherence to Recommended Cancer Screening Among US Adults

The Relationship Between Social Risks and Cancer Screening Adherence Among U.S. Adults Academic Background Cancer screening is a critical tool for the early detection and prevention of cancer, significantly improving treatment outcomes and reducing mortality rates. However, despite recommendations from various U.S. health agencies for colorectal, l...

Exposure to School Racial Segregation and Late-Life Cognitive Outcomes

Academic Report on the Study “Exposure to School Racial Segregation and Late-Life Cognitive Outcomes” In recent years, the prevalence of Cognitive Impairment and Dementia among the elderly has been on the rise. In the U.S., significant disparities in cognitive health exist between non-Hispanic Black individuals and non-Hispanic White individuals. R...

PSMA-PET/CT Findings in Patients with High-Risk Biochemically Recurrent Prostate Cancer with No Metastatic Disease by Conventional Imaging

Academic Background Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men worldwide, particularly in Western countries. Despite advances in early diagnosis and treatment significantly improving survival rates, cancer recurrence remains a major clinical challenge. This is particularly true for patients with high-risk nonmetastatic hormone-sensiti...

Association Between Prenatal Exposure to Systemic Glucocorticoids and Mental Disorders in Offspring

Report on the Association Between Prenatal Exposure to Systemic Glucocorticoids and Offspring Mental Disorders Academic Background Glucocorticoids are widely used among pregnant women, particularly those at high risk of preterm birth or with autoimmune disorders. These treatments can reduce neonatal morbidity and mortality or alleviate symptoms by ...

Mortality Risk Prediction Models for People with Kidney Failure: A Systematic Review

Systematic Review of Mortality Risk Prediction Models for Patients with Kidney Failure Academic Background Kidney failure is a severe chronic condition, with a significant decline in both quality of life and survival rates compared to patients with other chronic diseases, including some forms of non-metastatic cancer. Patients with kidney failure o...

A Couple-Based Intervention for Chinese Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Report on the Management of Chinese Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes through Couple-Based Interventions: A Randomized Clinical Trial Academic Background Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases globally, particularly common among older adults. China has the largest number of diabetes patients worldwide, reachin...

Recombinant vs Egg-Based Quadrivalent Influenza Vaccination for Nursing Home Residents: A Cluster Randomized Trial

Comparative Analysis of Recombinant Quadrivalent Influenza Vaccine and Standard Egg-Based Quadrivalent Influenza Vaccine in Nursing Home Residents: A Cluster Randomized Trial Academic Background Influenza is among the primary respiratory pathogens causing morbidity and mortality among the elderly worldwide, particularly in nursing home residents wh...

Glutamatergic Medications for Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Glutamatergic Medications for Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders (OCRDs) Academic Context Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders (OCRDs) represent a group of neuropsychiatric conditions characterized by excessive, persistent obsessions or compulsions. These disorders include Obsessive-Compulsive ...

Parent-Targeted Oral Health Text Messaging for Underserved Children Attending Pediatric Clinics: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Academic Paper Report Caries is one of the most common chronic diseases in children, with significant health disparities across racial, ethnic, and income groups. Despite the availability of effective preventive measures, children from low-income and minority ethnic groups continue to face higher risks of caries. The American Academy of Pediatrics ...