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VIDEO: Meta-analysis favors anticoagulation for patients with cirrhosis and portal vein thrombosis
July 5, 2017
Anticoagulation has significant benefits and does not increase bleeding risk, regardless of the severity of liver failure.
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QI enthusiast to QI leader: John Bulger, DO
July 5, 2017
This month features the story of John Bulger, DO, chief medical officer for Geisinger Health Plan.
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Here’s what’s trending at SHM: July 2017
July 3, 2017
Get the latest news about upcoming events, new programs, and SHM initiatives.
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Sneak Peek: The Hospital Leader blog – July 2017
June 30, 2017
What is the effect of heightened vigilance during unannounced accreditation surveys on safety and quality of inpatient care?
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New drug choices emerging to battle antibiotic resistance
June 27, 2017
SAN FRANCISCO – Effective antibiotics may not be available to treat seriously ill patients in the near future.
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Study shows that 20% of inpatients given antibiotics develop adverse reactions
June 26, 2017
Twenty percent of hospitalized adults given antibiotics develop adverse drug events, including GI, nephrotoxic, hematologic, cardiac, and neurotoxic effects, according to a report in JAMA Internal Medicine.
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Meet the two newest SHM board members
June 26, 2017
Pediatric hospitalist Kris Rehm, MD, SFHM, and perioperative specialist Rachel Thompson, MD, MPH, SFHM, will bring their expertise to bear on the society’s top panel.
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FDA approves betrixaban for VTE prophylaxis
June 23, 2017
An orally administered agent has been approved for VTE prophylaxis in at risk hospitalized patients.
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Follow five tips to mitigate opioid prescribing risks
June 23, 2017
Here’s how well-meaning doctors can avoid coming under government scrutiny for prescribing opioids and manage investigations and audits successfully.
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For opioid-related hospitalizations, men and women are equal
June 22, 2017
The gender gap increased in emergency department visits.
