Annals of internal medicine
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Review
Interventions to Improve Follow-up of Positive Results on Fecal Blood Tests: A Systematic Review.
Fecal immunochemical testing is the most commonly used method for colorectal cancer screening worldwide. However, its effectiveness is frequently undermined by failure to obtain follow-up colonoscopy after positive test results. ⋯ National Cancer Institute. (PROSPERO: CRD42016048286).
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Review
Interventions to Improve Follow-up of Positive Results on Fecal Blood Tests: A Systematic Review.
Fecal immunochemical testing is the most commonly used method for colorectal cancer screening worldwide. However, its effectiveness is frequently undermined by failure to obtain follow-up colonoscopy after positive test results. ⋯ National Cancer Institute. (PROSPERO: CRD42016048286).
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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This article provides an evidence-based, clinically relevant overview of management of UTIs, including screening, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Conditions covered include acute cystitis (both uncomplicated and complicated), catheter-associated UTI, and asymptomatic bacteriuria in both women and men.