Does Montelukast Cause Neuropsychiatric Side Effects? Description In two large cohorts, researchers noted a small excess risk.
A New Medication for Smoking Cessation? Description In a phase 3 trial, cytisinicline led to higher abstinence rates than did placebo.
Does Intravenous Calcium Prevent Diltiazem-Induced Hypotension? Description Pretreatment with IV calcium prevented hypotension in diltiazem-treated patients with atrial fibrillation and tachycardia.
Observations from ID and Beyond: FDA's Latest Appointment Is … Interesting Description Dr. Paul Sax weighs in on the “often polarizing” physician appointed to lead CBER in HIV and ID Observations.
Medication-Induced Erythrocytosis: Common Culprits and Possible Consequences Description Systematic review shows that use of prescribed testosterone and SGLT-2 inhibitors is associated with erythrocytosis; but whether these drugs cause thrombosis remains unclear.
AI vs. Physicians: Which Writes Better Discharge Summaries? Description In a comparative study, AI-generated and physician-written summaries each had unique strengths and weaknesses.
Does Intensive Blood Pressure Lowering for Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage Increase Ischemic Lesions? Description A randomized trial showed no effect.
More Risks Associated with Anabolic Steroid Use Description A Danish study showed excess risk for a wide range of injuries, as well as poisoning events, among anabolic steroid users.
Does Elevated Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio Predict Worse Outcomes in Acute Myocarditis? Description Yes, based on data from a large patient cohort.
Comparing Supplemental Imaging Modalities in Women with Dense Breasts Description In a randomized trial, MRI and contrast-enhanced mammography detected more cancers than did ultrasound.