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Nosocomial Pneumonia
September 2, 2005
(This chapter has been reprinted with permission from Williams MV, Hayward R: Comprehensive Hospital Medicine, 1st edition. Philadelphia, WB Saunders, in press.) Background Nosocomial pneumonia (NP) is the leading cause of mortality among patients who die from hospital-acquired infections.
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The Epidemiology and Clinical Manifestations of Community-Acquired Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus
September 2, 2005
A 65-year-old male with no significant past medical history, recently returned from a trip to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, presented with pain, swelling, and ulceration of his right lower leg. The symptoms had progressed despite oral amoxicillin/clavulanate.
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Staph Endocarditis, METs, COPD CPGs & More
September 1, 2005
A review of staphylococcal Endocarditis VG Fowler Jr, Miro JM, Hoen B, et al for the ICE Investigators. Staphylococcus aureus endocarditis: a consequence of medical progress. JAMA.
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Magic Bullets
September 1, 2005
An evidence-based review of four antiplatelet therapies for secondary prevention of stroke—a hospitalist’s perspective
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The Case of the Nonhealing Wound
September 1, 2005
An 85-year-old female developed a sore on the left foot (see image above) during the past six months.
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2005 Election for SHM Board of Directors
September 1, 2005
The SHM Nominating Committee is requesting nominations for three open seats on the Board of Directors for a three-year term, beginning May 2, 2006. In addition there will be one pediatric hospitalist seat on the SHM Board for a three-year term, beginning May 2, 2006.
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Are You Culturally Competent?
September 1, 2005
U.S. demographics require hospitalists to treat a diverse population
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Community-Acquired Pneumonia: Implications for the Hospitalized Child
September 1, 2005
Pneumonia is associated with as many as 2 million annual deaths among children globally and 19% of all deaths in children less than 5 years of age (1).
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Clostridium difficile–Associated Diarrhea and Colitis: A Significant Cause of Nosocomial Infection
September 1, 2005
Introduction Clostridium difficile–associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been recognized with increased frequency as a cause of nosocomial illness.
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Inpatient Management of Urinary Tract Infections in Infants and Young Children
September 1, 2005
Introduction Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are serious bacterial infections and a common cause for hospital admission of infants and young children. The prevalence of UTI in infants younger than 1 year of age ranges from 3.3% to 6.5%, and between 1 and 2 years of age from 1.9% to 8.1%.
