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What are effective strategies for reducing the risk of steroid-induced osteoporosis?
- Author:
- Peter G. Koval, PharmD, BCPS
- Sarah F. Hutton, PharmD
- Ann Thering, MLS
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Calcium, in combination with vitamin D, prevents bone loss and is recommended in all patients. (Grade of recommendation: A...
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What are the indications for urodynamic testing in older adults with incontinence?
- Author:
- Ricardo Lopez, MD
- Peter Smith, MD
- Ann Thering, MLS
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Urodynamic testing is indicated for older adults with incontinence when the underlying cause remains unclear (Grade of...
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Should we treat elevated cholesterol in elderly patients?
- Author:
- Neil Korsen, MD
- Edward Nowicki, MD
- Ann Thering, MLS
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, or statins, have been shown to decrease all-cause mortality in individuals aged 65 and older...
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis?
- Author:
- Camille Andy, MD
- Ann Thering, MLS
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: For treating seasonal allergic rhinitis, inhaled nasal corticosteroids are superior to nonsedating antihistamines (Grade of...