The problem of osteoporosis begins before transplantation with end-stage organ disease and is exacerbated by posttransplant immunosuppression. Medscape Transplantation
In patients with inflammatory arthropathy, orthopedic surgery -- especially joint replacement - has a major impact on pain but less of an effect on other aspects of health, according to a study from Norway. Reuters Health Information
Regarding weight management and obesity, how should clinicians counsel obese patients? How can communication about weight management be improved? American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine
A thorough evaluation of patients with neurological diseases undergoing surgery can reduce perioperative morbidity and mortality, especially stroke. Seminars in Neurology