Prurigo Pigmentosa Associated With Ketogenic Diet
This case report describes a man with recurrent pruritic papulovesicular eruptions who reported practicing intermittent fasting and adhering to a ketogenic diet.
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Contingency Management for the Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorder
This Clinical Insights discusses the use of contingency management for the treatment of stimulant use disorder.
Dietary History in Patients With End-Stage Kidney Disease
This case report describes a man in his 70s with end-stage kidney disease who presented with elevated potassium levels due to culturally particular dietary habits that may be missed by clinicians unfamiliar with cultural food traditions.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis – A Review
Importance Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive weakness due to degeneration of upper motor neurons in the brain and lower motor neurons in the brainstem and spinal cord. It affects approximately 25 000 individuals in the…
Promises, Pitfalls, and Paths Forward for the Pediatric Research Equity Act
Importance Since its enactment in 2003, the Pediatric Research Equity Act (PREA) has significantly increased the number of pediatric drug studies performed and expanded pediatric drug labeling. Despite these advancements, many drugs used in children still lack pediatric-specific US Food…
Persistent Epiglottic Swelling With Ulceration
A male patient in his 60s with a foreign-body sensation in the throat was treated for acute epiglottitis, but supraglottic swelling persisted. What is your diagnosis?
Blunt Ocular Trauma in a 6-Year-Old Child
This case report describes the ocular injury incurred after blunt ocular trauma secondary to a fishhook in the left eye of a male child, aged 6 years.
Best Practices for Hospital-Based Initiation of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder – A Consensus Statement
Importance Due to the impact of high-potency synthetic opioids on medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) initiation, hospital-based addiction clinicians adapted their practice to improve care, with decisions often guided by limited evidence. Objective To derive expert consensus on best…
Web-Based Amblyopia Decision Support Tool
Importance Amblyopia is the leading cause of monocular decreased best-corrected vision in children. Early detection and intervention are key for optimal treatment outcomes; however, limited access to pediatric eye specialists may hinder timely care and affect visual outcomes. Given the…
Treatment of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture
This JAMA Insights examines the efficacy of different management strategies for anterior cruciate ligament rupture, including surgical reconstruction and structured rehabilitation.
