Annals of internal medicine
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by frequent exacerbations. ⋯ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. (PROSPERO: CRD42018111609).
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Bedside "sitters" are often used for patients at high risk for falls, but they are expensive and their effectiveness is unclear. ⋯ Veterans Affairs Quality Enhancement Research Initiative. (PROSPERO: CRD42019127424).
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Fibromyalgia is characterized by chronic, widespread musculoskeletal pain and associated fatigue, sleep disturbances, and other cognitive and somatic symptoms. For many patients, these symptoms persist for years and lead to frequent health care use; for some, fibromyalgia and its symptoms can be debilitating. Although many treatments are available, management remains challenging. This article highlights the clinical features of fibromyalgia, discusses diagnostic criteria and their evolution, and reviews treatment options.