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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – TN2013

Posted on November 25, 2014 by jlubcmed — Leave a comment

Definition Median nerve compression at level of flexor retinuculum Etiology Primary cause: idiopathic Secondary causes: Space occupying lesions: tumors, hypertrophic synovial tissue, fracture callus, osteophytes Metabolic / physiological: pregnancy, hypothyroidism, acromegaly, RA Infections Neuropathies: associated with DM or EtOH Familial…

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Gout – ACR 2012 Guideline Part 2

Posted on November 12, 2014 by jlubcmed — Leave a comment

Summary: Acute gouty Tx should be initiated within 24hr of onset Established urate-lowering Tx should be continued during an acute attack 1st line: NSAIDS, corticosteroids, or coral colchicine (combination for severe or refractory attacks) Anti-inflammatory prophylaxis for all gout pt…

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Gout – ACR 2012 guideline Part 1

Posted on November 11, 2014 by jlubcmed — Leave a comment

Gout carries a risk of long-term morbidity and impaired quality of life. Risk factors for gout Male > Female (7x) Age (7% >65yo men, 3% >85 women) hyperuricemia – consider the reasons and possible measures to alleviate it Chronic kidney failure,…

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