Current medical research and opinion
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Statins are extensively used in clinical practice for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Statins are usually taken in combination with other medications. This may increase the risk of statin-drug interactions. The study aimed to evaluate the prevalence, patterns, and predictors of clinically significant statin-drug interactions among patients on statin therapy. ⋯ Patients with polypharmacy and those with three or more comorbidities had a higher risk for statin-drug interactions. Therefore, routine screening by physicians and pharmacists for potential interactions should occur before prescribing or dispensing any medication to avoid clinically significant statin-drug interactions.
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Recent increases in the practice of parallel publication, during which a peer-reviewed manuscript is published concurrently with the first dissemination of the same key data at a medical congress as a late-breaking abstract, have highlighted substantial value for this method of publication. Parallel publication can increase access to new clinical information for healthcare providers and patients, as well as promote engagement and reach of the publication and presentation. As the practice becomes more common, there is a need for strategies to address the multiple challenges involved in the development process, such as shortened timelines, journal and congress policies, and stakeholder alignment. ⋯ Insights from a community of publication professionals showed that timelines and the author review process were among the key challenges of parallel publication development and stressed the importance of clear roles and expectations for authors. To provide real-world insights, we present 3 case studies of successful parallel publication development, highlighting the crucial role of journal selection, planning around data availability, and adapting to unpredictable circumstances. The recommendations described here may provide publication professionals with strategies to successfully plan, execute, and carry out parallel publication.