A One-Question Screen for Alcohol Dependence in Trauma Patients
Emergency Medicine Summary and Comment
The response to a single question proved reasonably sensitive for identifying problem drinkers.
By John A. Marx, MD, FAAEM, FACEP
January 31, 2006
Covering:
Reed DN Jr et al., J Trauma 2005 Sep; 59:619-23
Alcohol and Coronary Disease in Older Adults
General Medicine Summary and Comment
Results from a prospective cohort study support the protective effect of alcohol on CHD in older adults.
By Allan S. Brett, MD
January 27, 2006
Covering:
Mukamal KJ et al., J Am Geriatr Soc 2006 Jan; 54:30-7
Parents Who Smoke Can Help Prevent Their Children from Smoking
General Medicine Summary and Comment
Young children whose parents smoke are less likely to smoke themselves if their parents actively discourage tobacco use.
By Robert A. Dershewitz, MD, MSc
January 17, 2006
Covering:
Jackson C and Dickinson D., Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 2006 Jan; 160:56-62
Curry SJ and Mermelstein RJ., Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 2006 Jan; 160:102-3
Nonselective ß-Blockers Don’t Prevent Varices in Cirrhotic Patients
Gastroenterology Summary and Comment
ß-blockers should be given only to cirrhotic patients with existing varices.
By Atif Zaman, MD, MPH
January 17, 2006
Covering:
Groszmann RJ et al., N Engl J Med 2005 Nov 24; 353:2254-61
Cannabis Intoxication and Fatal Road Crashes
General Medicine Summary and Comment
Among drivers involved in fatal crashes, cannabis use significantly increased the odds of being responsible for the crash.
By Keith I. Marton, MD
January 13, 2006
Covering:
Laumon B et al., BMJ 2005 Dec 10; 331:1371-4
