View Post 12 minute read This content is machine translated Liver steatosis with metabolic dysfunction New nomenclature for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease CME continuing education Gastroenterology and Hepatology General Internal Medicine RX Studies The term “non-alcoholic steatohepatitis” (NASH) was originally used to describe liver damage characterized by lobular inflammation, steatosis and ballooning of hepatocytes. In addition, a large proportion of patients were described as having “cryptogenic cirrhosis” at the time: The term “non-alcoholic fatty liver disease” (NAFLD) was established as the diagnosis for these patients…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here CME-Test
View Post 15 minute read This content is machine translated Diabetes mellitus Treatment of comorbidities in older people Cardiology CME continuing education Endocrinology and Diabetology General Internal Medicine Geriatrics RX One in five people over 65 and one in four people over 75 are affected by diabetes. Global projections predict a 2.5-fold increase in diabetes prevalence over the next 25 years. Among older people with diabetes, 30-45% are affected by frailty (Frailty) The risk of frailty increases with increasing HbA1c. The incidence of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) doubles with age, with a prevalence of 38.5% for coronary heart disease (CHD), 13% for stroke and 12% for peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in people aged ≥70 years. In addition to their glucose-controlling effect, new antidiabetic drugs have organ-protective benefits and have brought about a paradigm shift in diabetology…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt… CME-Test
View Post 4 minute read This content is machine translated Type 2 diabetes: PAD and diabetic foot syndrome Prevention is better than cure – don’t miss the risk foot Cardiology Congress Reports Endocrinology and Diabetology General Internal Medicine Geriatrics Prevention and health care RX Arteriosclerosis, the cause of peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD), is a build-up of plaque in the arteries. Elevated blood sugar levels in the context of diabetes damage the arteries and promote the deposition of plaque. PAOD and neuropathy are among the most important predisposing factors of diabetic foot syndrome…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here
View Post 2 minute read This content is machine translated Prostate cancer High-resolution ultrasound could diagnose prostate cancer faster Congress Reports Oncology RX Studies Urology Biopsies with high-resolution ultrasound are just as effective as MRI-guided biopsies in diagnosing prostate cancer, according to an international clinical study. Micro-ultrasound technology is also cheaper and easier to use than MRI…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here
View Post 9 minute read This content is machine translated Chronic lung diseases Sarcopenia and malnutrition in the context of pneumological rehabilitation CME continuing education General Internal Medicine Geriatrics Nutrition Pneumology RX Sports Medicine Studies Malnutrition and sarcopenia are two common but often underestimated complications in patients with chronic lung diseases such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis or other respiratory diseases. Both conditions have a profound impact on the quality of life and survival of those affected. The high incidence of malnutrition in lung diseases is a consequence of the increased energy requirements due, among other things, to the increased activity of the respiratory muscles…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here CME-Test
View Post 8 minute read This content is machine translated Psychooncology Communication as the key to therapy adherence CME continuing education General Internal Medicine Practice Management RX Patient satisfaction and adherence depend crucially on the doctor-patient discussion. Communication skills are usually the key to success here. Good interview conditions, sufficient time and an empathetic approach to the diagnosis…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here CME-Test
View Post 16 minute read This content is machine translated Blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasia Rare malignancy from a dermatological perspective CME continuing education Dermatology and venereology Genetics Hematology Oncology RX Blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasia (BPDCN) is an aggressive hematologic malignancy originating from immature plasmacytoid dendritic cell (PDC) precursors. The initial manifestation of BPDCN often consists of cutaneous lesions. In this educational article, the clinical, histologic and therapeutic aspects of BPDCN are discussed from a dermatologic perspective…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here CME-Test
View Post 4 minute read This content is machine translated From symptom to diagnosis Lung carcinoma – Pancoast tumor Cases Education Oncology Pneumology Radiology RX Surgery Lung carcinoma is one of the most common malignant tumors in German-speaking countries. The average age of onset is between 68-70 years. The main risk factor is smoking. Henry Pancoast (1875-1939), an American radiologist, gave his name to a specially localized peripheral bronchial carcinoma. Nowadays, successful treatment depends, among other things, on the initial lymph node status and the achievement of an R0 resection…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here
View Post 5 minute read This content is machine translated Deep vein thrombosis Outpatient or inpatient treatment? Angiology Cardiology Congress Reports General Internal Medicine Phlebology RX Studies In recent years, the treatment of thrombosis patients has increasingly shifted to the outpatient sector. Provided that a reliable diagnosis and the application of anticoagulants in the correct dosage can be guaranteed, this often makes sense. However, there are cases where hospitalization and treatment is necessary, for example in cases of extensive pelvic vein thrombosis, severe venous congestion symptoms and in some other clinical situations…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here
View Post 4 minute read This content is machine translated From symptom to diagnosis Abdominal pain – Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasia Cases Gastroenterology and Hepatology General Internal Medicine Oncology Radiology RX Surgery Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMN) are primarily intraductally growing epithelial pancreatic tumors that consist of mucinous cells. IPMNs are usually heterogeneous and show varying degrees of dysplasia and malignancy. Timely detection and the choice of suitable treatment are decisive prognostic factors…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here
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View Post This content is machine translated Liver steatosis with metabolic dysfunction New nomenclature for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease CME continuing education Gastroenterology and Hepatology General Internal Medicine RX Studies The term “non-alcoholic steatohepatitis” (NASH) was originally used to describe liver damage characterized by lobular inflammation, steatosis and ballooning of hepatocytes. In addition, a large proportion of patients were described as having “cryptogenic cirrhosis” at the time: The term “non-alcoholic fatty liver disease” (NAFLD) was established as the diagnosis for these patients…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here CME-Test
View Post This content is machine translated Diabetes mellitus Treatment of comorbidities in older people Cardiology CME continuing education Endocrinology and Diabetology General Internal Medicine Geriatrics RX One in five people over 65 and one in four people over 75 are affected by diabetes. Global projections predict a 2.5-fold increase in diabetes prevalence over the next 25 years. Among older people with diabetes, 30-45% are affected by frailty (Frailty) The risk of frailty increases with increasing HbA1c. The incidence of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) doubles with age, with a prevalence of 38.5% for coronary heart disease (CHD), 13% for stroke and 12% for peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in people aged ≥70 years. In addition to their glucose-controlling effect, new antidiabetic drugs have organ-protective benefits and have brought about a paradigm shift in diabetology…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt… CME-Test
View Post This content is machine translated Chronic lung diseases Sarcopenia and malnutrition in the context of pneumological rehabilitation CME continuing education General Internal Medicine Geriatrics Nutrition Pneumology RX Sports Medicine Studies Malnutrition and sarcopenia are two common but often underestimated complications in patients with chronic lung diseases such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis or other respiratory diseases. Both conditions have a profound impact on the quality of life and survival of those affected. The high incidence of malnutrition in lung diseases is a consequence of the increased energy requirements due, among other things, to the increased activity of the respiratory muscles…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here CME-Test
View Post This content is machine translated Psychooncology Communication as the key to therapy adherence CME continuing education General Internal Medicine Practice Management RX Patient satisfaction and adherence depend crucially on the doctor-patient discussion. Communication skills are usually the key to success here. Good interview conditions, sufficient time and an empathetic approach to the diagnosis…. Dieser Inhalt ist nur für Benutzer der Gruppe: Medizinische Fachperson zugänglich Jetzt beitretenAlready a member? Log in here CME-Test
