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Shorter Antibiotic Treatment Duration Effective for Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis
A team of investigators conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess whether a shorter-than-recommended duration of antibiotic treatment can be effective for the management of acute uncomplicated cystitis.
Timing of Bacterial Infection Eradication Therapy Affects Neoplasm Risk in Early Gastric Cancer
Prescription of Helicobacter pylori eradication therapy within 1 year of gastric cancer treatment reduces the risk of later metachronous lesion development.
Gardasil 9 Approved to Prevent Certain HPV-Related Head and Neck Cancers
The FDA has approved an expanded indication for Gardasil 9® (human papillomavirus 9-valent vaccine [HPV], recombinant; Merck) to include the prevention of oropharyngeal and other head and neck cancers caused by HPV Types 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58 in patients aged 9 to 45 years.
HPV Vaccine Toolkit Increases Vaccination Rates in Primary Care
The purpose of this project is to implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the 4 Pillars Practice Transformation Program to increase uptake of the HPV vaccine among pediatric patients.
New Guidance for Commencing IBD Treatment During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Patients with IBD should not alter their treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic; however, starting a new treatment regimen should be avoided.
High-Risk Regions for Childhood Diarrheal Mortality
Childhood mortality due to diarrhea remains high in some regions due to a combination of child growth failure, poor water, sanitation, and hygiene, and low oral rehydration therapy coverage.
High H pylori Eradication Rate with Rifabutin-Based Therapy
A novel rifabutin-based therapy (RHB-105) may be a potential first-line defense against Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection.
COVID-19: Atypical GI Presentations
There are increasing data to support that many patients with COVID-19 can develop a myriad of gastrointestinal symptoms, which include mild diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
Revised Clostridioides difficile Practice Guidelines Had Significant Effect on Treatment Decisions
Publication of the revised clinical practice guidelines for Clostridioides difficile infection was followed by significant increases in use of oral vancomycin and fidaxomicin, and a significant decrease in use of oral metronidazole.
Good Prognosis for Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease and COVID-19
Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 had a good overall prognosis, despite IBD maintenance treatment.
STI Testing and Prevention Services Trends Among Men
Men who have sex with men are more likely to receive the recommended sexually transmitted infection testing and prevention services at Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program-funded facilities.
Conservative Management of Pneumonia and Upper GI Bleeding in Patients with COVID-19 Successful Without Endoscopy
Researchers showed that the management of symptoms in patients with COVID-19 pneumonia with upper GI bleeding was possible without endoscopy.
Are Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases More Susceptible to COVID-19?
Inflammatory bowel diseases are known to be associated with changes in the body’s defense.
Single-Dose Secnidazole Treats Trichomoniasis in Phase 3 Trial
The multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled study investigated the efficacy and safety of secnidazole in 147 adult females with trichomoniasis.
Statin Use and Acute Liver Injury Among Veterans With and Without HCV, HIV
Patients using statins had a lower risk for any acute liver injury outcome within 18 months compared with non-users, regardless of HIV and/or hepatitis C virus (HCV) status.
RHB-105 Effective for Eradication of Helicobacter pylori in Adults
A novel rifabutin-based triple therapy (RHB-105) is effective for eradication of Helicobacter pylori, with eradication rates unaffected by resistance to clarithromycin or metronidazole.
Personalized Prophylaxis for Patients With ESBL Carriage Reduces Surgical Site Infection Risk
Screening for extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (ESBL-PE) carriage before and personalizing prophylaxis for carriers after elective colorectal surgery reduces the risk of surgical site infections.
Incidence of Enteric Infections Due to Pathogens Increased or Stable
In 2019, the incidence of enteric infections caused by eight pathogens increased or remained stable.
National Burden of C difficile Infection Decreased From 2011 Through 2017
As a result of a decline in healthcare–associated infections, the estimated burden of Clostridioides difficile infection in the United States decreased by an adjusted 24% from 2011 through 2017.
MDRO Colonization Risk Increased With Gastric Acid Suppressant Use
The use of acid suppressants increases the odds of multidrug-resistant microorganisms (MDROs).
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