Annals of internal medicine
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The efficacy of antimicrobial urinary catheters in hospitalized patients is poorly defined. ⋯ According to fair-quality evidence, antimicrobial urinary catheters can prevent bacteriuria in hospitalized patients during short-term catheterization, depending on antimicrobial coating and several other variables. Older data probably lack current relevance. Cost implications and effect on infectious complications remain undefined.
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Comment Letter Comparative Study
Prevention of exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with tiotropium.
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Comment Letter Comparative Study
Prevention of exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with tiotropium.
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Although interest in the relationship between obesity and kidney disease is increasing, few epidemiologic studies have examined whether excess weight is an independent risk factor for end-stage renal disease (ESRD). ⋯ High BMI is a common, strong, and potentially modifiable risk factor for ESRD.
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Protein and energy undernutrition is common in older people, and further deterioration may occur during illness. ⋯ Oral nutritional supplements can improve nutritional status and seem to reduce mortality and complications for undernourished elderly patients in the hospital. Current evidence does not support routine supplementation for older people at home or for well-nourished older patients in any setting.