Annals of internal medicine
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Despite high prevalence rates of obesity in the United States, no clinical guidelines exist for obesity prevention in midlife women who commonly experience weight gain. ⋯ Health Resources and Services Administration.
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Comment Meta Analysis
In older LTC residents, transitional care interventions vs. usual care reduce hospital readmissions.
Birtwell K, Planner C, Hodkinson A, et al. Transitional care interventions for older residents of long-term care facilities: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5:e2210192. 35507344.
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Comment Meta Analysis
In older adults discharged from hospital, home-based exercise programs improve some outcomes.
Lin I, Glinsky J, Dean C, et al. Effectiveness of home-based exercise for improving physical activity, quality of life and function in older adults after hospitalisation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Rehabil. 2022;36:1170-85. 35522200.
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Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is the third most common cardiovascular disorder, affecting up to 5% of the population. VTE commonly manifests as lower-extremity deep venous thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism. ⋯ Many patients with VTE will have a chronic disease requiring long-term anticoagulation. Postthrombotic syndrome affects 25% to 40% of patients with DVT and significantly impacts function and quality of life.