Novel Application of Zoledronic Acid in Sclerosing Osteomyelitis
Researchers investigated the case of a patient with sclerosing osteomyelitis who was successfully treated with zoledronic acid.
General Rheumatology
Patients With Rheumatic Disease Often Have Trouble Accessing Specialty Care
Americans with rheumatic disease struggle to access affordable specialty care.
Updated 2019 EULAR Recommendations for Vaccination in Adults With Autoimmune Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases
A steering committee put together by EULAR has updated recommendations for vaccination in adult patients with autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic diseases.
Hydroxychloroquine Use Not Linked With Risk for Alzheimer Disease
Investigators addressed the association between long-term use of hydroxychloroquine therapy and the risk for Alzheimer disease.
Increase in eScooter-Related Injuries Over Time
Electric motorized scooter (eScooter)-related injuries have increased over time and are frequently associated with alcohol and illicit substance use.
Ultrasonography Effective in Differentiating Major Arthritis Types
Ultrasound is effective for differentiating between the major types of arthritis when combined with a physical exam and patient history.
Hormone Therapy Not Tied to Change in Muscle Mass in Older Women
Hormone therapy (HT) does not significantly impact muscle mass in postmenopausal women.
Deep Infections Occur in 6% of Knee Fracture Repairs
Deep surgical site infections (SSIs) occur in nearly 6% of periarticular knee fracture repairs.
Low Micronutrient Levels Tied to Frailty in Older Adults
Low levels of certain micronutrients are associated with measures of prefrailty and frailty in older adults.
Losing About 20 lb Before THA Associated With Improved Outcomes
Losing at least 20 lb before total knee arthroplasty is associated with better outcomes among morbidly obese patients.
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