Individuals who form kidney stones are at increased risk for myocardial infarction (MI) independent of CKD and other risk factors, according to researchers.

Active surveillance may be a suitable option for many men with low-risk prostate cancer (PCa), Swedish researchers concluded.

SAN FRANCISCO—Initiating statin therapy after radical prostatectomy (RP) may decrease the risk of biochemical recurrence of prostate cancer, new data suggest.

The target BP level of less than 130/80 mm Hg for CKD patients—which is recommended by a Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative guideline—is not definitively supported by scientific data and could potentially lead to adverse effects, according to Julia B. Lewis, MD, of the division of nephrology and hypertension at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville.

Results indicated that 96% of the patients provided with an interpreter were "very satisfied" with their ability to communicate with health-care professionals.

Patients and families will be encouraged to use the new program to resolve issues rather than going through a full trial.

The fund was started in 1975 to provide excess medical malpractice coverage for health-care providers.

Women who underwent early menopause carried more than twice the risk for MI, resuscitated cardiac arrest, definite angina, probable angina, stroke, stroke death, coronary heart disease death, or other atherosclerotic/CVD death.

Taking PPIs for several years can significantly raise the risk of osteoporosis-related fracture.

People with celiac disease may develop osteoporosis due to immune-system attacks on bone tissue.

Clinicians are likely to test the patient more frequently when using Pap and human papillomavirus (HPV) tests together, a survey shows.

Targeted interventions could substantially reduce the burden of stroke.

Honest disclosure of medical errors that harm patients is every physician assistant's professional responsibility.

A checklist is a simple tool that can enhance clinical practice and ensure patient safety in many clinical settings.

The Professional Practice Council provides an overview of what to consider before joining a short-term global health care mission.

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