Weight reduction reduces health risks associated with chronic diseases and is encouraged by major health agencies, but what works best for the long-term?
A study of methotrexate in patients with rheumatoid arthritis shows a higher occurrence of adverse events but better clinical efficacy with intensive treatment vs conventional treatment with the drug. Medscape Medical News
The purpose of this study was to assess the prevalence of vertebral fractures, using VFA, in patients with nonvertebral fractures, and to assess if this impacts on the management of these patients. Clinical Endocrinology
MR accuracy for diagnosing meniscal tears is less specific for medial than lateral meniscus. Which clinical variables or tear types/locations are related to false-positive diagnoses of medial tears? American Journal of Roentgenology
What is the relationship between regular, long-term endurance sport practice and atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter? The authors review existing studies and examine potential physiologic links. Europace
