The BMJ: Leading Medical Research, News, Education, Opinion
WEBThe BMJ is a high impact medical journal that covers various topics in health, medicine, and policy. Find the latest news, research, analysis, and opinion on covid-19, global health crises, clinical practice, and more.
Interpreting iron studies | The BMJ
WEBJun 15, 2017 · Learn how to interpret iron studies, including ferritin, iron, transferrin, and transferrin saturation, in different clinical scenarios. Unsaturated iron binding capacity (UIBC) is an alternative test to TIBC that reflects the …
Which pain medications are effective for sciatica (radicular ... - The …
WEBOct 12, 2017 · The web page reviews the evidence and uncertainties about the effectiveness and side effects of different pain medications for sciatica or radicular leg pain. It concludes that the most effective pain medication is unclear and that sciatica is a symptom rather than a diagnosis.
Writing a case report in 10 steps - The BMJ
WEBMay 27, 2015 · Learn how to turn an interesting case or unusual presentation into an educational report with this guide from two doctors. It covers topics such as consent, information gathering, writing up, title, background research, and conclusion.
Quality improvement into practice | The BMJ
WEBMar 31, 2020 · This article explains what quality improvement (QI) is, how it differs from other approaches to improving healthcare, and when to use it. QI is a systematic continuous approach that aims to solve problems in healthcare, improve service provision, and ultimately provide better outcomes for patients.
Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation - The BMJ
WEBDec 30, 2021 · Learn about the symptoms, causes, and complications of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF), a common cardiac arrhythmia that can cause stroke and heart failure. Find out how to diagnose PAF with ECG, Holter monitor, or pulse palpation, and how to treat it with anticoagulation or ablation.
Pregabalin and gabapentin for pain | The BMJ
WEBApr 28, 2020 · A review of the evidence and safety of gabapentinoids for neuropathic pain and other conditions. Learn about their indications, effectiveness, side effects, and risks of misuse and addiction.
Investigating raised creatine kinase | The BMJ
WEBJun 23, 2021 · Learn about the causes, symptoms, and management of elevated creatine kinase, a biomarker of muscle damage. Find out how to distinguish between physiological, exercise, and pathological causes, and how to investigate statin …
Essential tremor: diagnosis and management - The BMJ
WEBEssential tremor is a common movement disorder that affects the upper extremities and may involve other parts of the body. Learn about the clinical features, classification, and treatment options for essential tremor, including medication, surgery, and neuromodulation.
Interpreting raised serum ferritin levels | The BMJ
WEBAug 3, 2015 · This article explains how to interpret raised serum ferritin levels and when to refer patients for further investigation. It covers the causes and implications of iron overload, inflammation, liver disease, and other factors that affect ferritin levels.