Atraumatic Headache & Imaging Use

Links to our featured articles, health news, physician interviews, new eBooks, & more! Having trouble viewing this email? View it in a browser. February 21, 2013     Imaging Use & Atraumatic Headache in the ED Data reveal that CT and MRI use for evaluating atraumatic headache has increased dramatically in EDs, suggesting the need for improved clinical decision support to guide more judicious use of imaging. OTHER HEADLINES Feature Comparing Rural & Urban in HIV Care While patients with HIV/AIDS in non-urban areas share many of the same characteristics of those in urban areas, there are important differences that can impact healthcare access and outcomes.  » Read More Feature Cerebral Aneurysms: Analyzing the Treatment Shift Most unruptured cerebral aneurysms are currently treated with endovascular coiling, while surgical clipping is more commonly being reserved for treating ruptured aneurysms.  » Read More Feature Decreasing VAP Risk in the ED Efforts are needed to implement interventions to reduce ventilator-associated pneumonia risk in the ED setting and to make prevention a higher priority.   » Read More   MEDICAL BLOG Guest Blog Medical Achievements Going to the Dogs Do we spend too much on healthcare for people? Let me introduce you to "Neuticles," testicular prostheses for neutered pets.  » Read More by Skeptical Scalpel Blog America’s Best Hospitals in 2013 A new report released this week by Healthgrades finds the majority of this year’s top hospitals in the Midwest.  » Read More eBook Physician’s Weekly Updates – Pain Management Read or download our new eBook on pain management, which includes features created with the assistance of key opinion leaders and experts in the field.   » Read or Download eBook NEWS BRIEFS Surgical Approach & SSI Outcomes for Obese Patients Inadequate Training in Concussion Management Examining Causes of Dizziness in the ED   Volume & Costs of Inpatient Surgery in the Elderly Immediate Reconstruction After Mastectomy Fall Risks High for Those With HIV Click here to unsubscribe Copyright © 2013 Physician's Weekly. All Rights Reserved 180 Mt. Airy Rd., Suite 102 | Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Sent to: kostikblog@ukr.net   |   Why did I get this?   |   Update subscription preferences.