March 2022

Effectiveness of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in T1DM
The incidence rate of type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is increasing worldwide. Patients with TIDM are at greater risk for long-term complications, which are the major cause of death in this population. Therefore, it is imperative to optimize glycemic control in an attempt to prevent these untoward sequelae. Learn more about continuous glucose monitoring versus self-monitoring of blood glucose in patients with T1DM.

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Norepinephrine Superior to Epinephrine for PRS Following OHCA
Epinephrine and norepinephrine are the drugs of choice for continuous intravenous vasopressor therapy to manage post-resuscitation shock (PRS). However, in patients who sustain PRS after out-of-the hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), it is unclear if one agent is preferred over the other. This is important, as survival after OHCA is only about 10%. Read more.

IVT in AIS in Patients With Prior ICrH
While the American Heart/Stroke Association still categorizes a history of intracranial hemorrhage (ICrH) as a contraindication to the use of intravenous thrombolysis (IVT), this alert was removed from alteplase's prescribing information due to lack of evidence. This renders the use of IVTs in acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients with prior intracranial hemorrhage somewhat controversial. Read more.

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