Annals of internal medicine
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Review Meta Analysis
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Insomnia: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Because psychological approaches are likely to produce sustained benefits without the risk for tolerance or adverse effects associated with pharmacologic approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-i) is now commonly recommended as first-line treatment for chronic insomnia. ⋯ None. (PROSPERO registration number: CRD42012002863).
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography Versus Radionuclide Myocardial Perfusion Imaging in Patients With Chest Pain Admitted to Telemetry: A Randomized Trial.
The role of coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) in the management of symptomatic patients suspected of having coronary artery disease is expanding. However, prospective intermediate-term outcomes are lacking. ⋯ American Heart Association.
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The aim of this study was to systematically evaluate state Medicaid policies for the treatment of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection with sofosbuvir in the United States. Medicaid reimbursement criteria for sofosbuvir were evaluated in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The authors searched state Medicaid Web sites between 23 June and 7 December 2014 and extracted data in duplicate. ⋯ Current restrictions seem to violate federal Medicaid law, which requires states to cover drugs consistent with their U. S. Food and Drug Administration labels.