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More syphilis cases picked up with universal vs targeted ED screening
24 Mar 2025
byJairia Dela Cruz
Relying on targeted screening models for syphilis in emergency departments (EDs) leaves a substantial number of active cases undetected, new research shows.
More syphilis cases picked up with universal vs targeted ED screening
24 Mar 2025
SZC lowers hyperkalemia risk in HF patients on spironolactone
24 Mar 2025
byStephen Padilla
The use of sodium zirconium cyclosilicate (SZC) among patients with heart failure (HF) and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and hyperkalemia has significantly improved the proportion of those with normokalemia while on optimal spironolactone dose, a study has shown.
SZC lowers hyperkalemia risk in HF patients on spironolactone
24 Mar 2025
Prenatal BPG delivery: 9-day treatment interval linked to higher risk of congenital syphilis
23 Mar 2025
When treating late latent syphilis during pregnancy, extending the interval between benzathine penicillin G (BPG) doses to 9 days may put newborns at risk of congenital infection relative to 6–8-day intervals, according to new research.