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Postoperative Delirium and Brain Health Can the Anesthesiologist Prevent Dementia Abstract Postoperative delirium has emerged as a major concern in perioperative medicine, particularly among older adults undergoing surgical procedures. Characterized by an acute and fluctuating disturbance in attention, awareness, and cognition, postoperative delirium affects
New Frontiers in Male Hypogonadism: Are We Over-Treating Low Testosterone?
New Frontiers in Male Hypogonadism Are We Over-Treating Low Testosterone Abstract Male hypogonadism has emerged as one of the most intensively debated topics in men’s health over the past two decades. Advances in laboratory testing, increased awareness of androgen deficiency, and widespread direct to consumer marketing have
Hypertension Guidelines: Are We Overtreating Older Adults?
Hypertension Guidelines: Are We Overtreating Older Adults? Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract This paper evaluates contemporary hypertension treatment guidelines and their clinical application in older adults, with particular attention to the possibility that current practices may contribute to
The Role of Palliative Care in Internal Medicine: Too Late or Too Early?
The Role of Palliative Care in Internal Medicine Too Late or Too Early Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract The integration of palliative care within internal medicine remains a complex and continually evolving aspect of contemporary healthcare delivery. As
Giant Cell Arteritis and the Rapid Rise of Tocilizumab: Are Steroids Obsolete?
Giant Cell Arteritis and the Rapid Rise of Tocilizumab: Are Steroids Obsolete? Abstract Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is the most common form of primary systemic vasculitis in adults over 50 years of age and represents a major cause of morbidity, particularly when diagnosis and treatment are delayed. Traditionally, management
When Blood Tests Lie: The Hidden Truth About Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
When Blood Tests Lie: The Hidden Truth About Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis Introduction Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic autoimmune disease that primarily targets synovial joints, leading to progressive inflammation, cartilage destruction, and bone erosion. Traditionally, diagnosis has relied heavily on the detection of
