The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) protects public health by guaranteeing the safety, effectiveness, and security of pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date marks the deadline by which the FDA must complete its review of drug applications. Occasionally, an advisory committee (AdCom) meeting is convened to assess the drug […]
The American Urological Association (AUA) is currently seeking peer reviewers for their upcoming guideline on Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause. The draft of the guideline will be available for review in late October, with a two-week period allocated for assessment. Prior to receiving a copy of the draft guideline, all reviewers are required to disclose their […]
The European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR), previously known as the European League Against Rheumatism, is a leading pan-European organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) through research, education, and advocacy. Founded in 1947, EULAR supports scientific research, and provides educational resources for healthcare professionals and patients. […]
Childhood obesity is a prevalent chronic disease affecting children today, with a complex etiology involving genetic, physiological, environmental, and socioeconomic factors. The increase in childhood obesity rates in the United States has been significant, rising from approximately 5% in the 1960s to over 19% according to recent estimates. This condition greatly increases the risk of […]
The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has announced that their latest guideline, “AGA Clinical Practice Guideline on Computer-Aided-Detection Assisted Colonoscopy” is now open for public comment. This groundbreaking guideline represents AGA’s first comprehensive evaluation of the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in gastrointestinal care. This guideline’s intent is to assist healthcare practitioners by offering a detailed […]
The American Urological Association (AUA), in partnership with the American Society for Radiation Oncology and Society of Urologic Oncology, released in February 2024 a clinical guideline focusing on salvage therapy for recurrent prostate cancer. This three-part series guideline is designed to assist clinicians in making informed care decisions for patients who experience cancer recurrence following […]
Today, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) Joint Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines have released an updated guideline on Perioperative Cardiovascular Evaluation and Management of Patients Undergoing Noncardiac Surgery. This guideline supersedes the previous 2014 version and incorporates new evidence to provide clinicians with consolidated guidance. Clinicians are advised […]
Our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article that explores the topic of cholesterol management for National Cholesterol Education Month 2024. To offer guidance and support for clinical decision-making, several societies have released comprehensive guidelines that cover various aspects of cholesterol, including dyslipidemia, the role of non-statin therapies, nutrition, and more. In this article, we […]
The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) is hosting its annual meeting, CHEST 2024. It will take place from October 6 – 9 in the vibrant city of Boston, Massachusetts. This prestigious event will bring together leading experts in the field of chest medicine, offering attendees an unparalleled educational experience and valuable networking opportunities aimed […]
In the most recent edition of the Guidelines International Series, we delve into the latest guidelines released by the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO). Established 90 years ago, the WGO is a federation comprising 119 Member Societies and four Regional Associations of gastroenterology, collectively representing more than 60,000 individual members globally. The organization’s mission is to […]
Intermittent asthma, or mild intermittent asthma, stands as the most prevalent form of asthma. Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reveals that over 20 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with asthma. Among them, 8 million have encountered one or more asthma attacks within the past year, with 9% […]
The American Urological Association (AUA) released its Incontinence after Prostate Treatment Guideline in June 2024 which we will be diving into in honor of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 2024. This updated guideline is designed to assist clinicians in making well-informed care decisions for patients experiencing incontinence following treatment for localized prostate cancer and benign […]
CNS 2024 is the annual conference hosted by the prestigious Cognitive Neuroscience Society (CNS). The upcoming event is scheduled to take place from September 28th to October 2nd in Houston, Texas. This year’s conference is anticipated to be particularly engaging, offering attendees the opportunity to explore cutting-edge advancements in neurosurgery and their impact on enhancing […]
The 2024 American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO is set to take place from Saturday, September 28 to Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in Miami Beach, Florida. This event is the AAO-HNS’s flagship gathering, offering attendees the chance to stay abreast of cutting-edge research and best practices, engage in […]
In this post, we will be taking a closer look at some of the most popular hematology-related articles recently published across medical journals. Cancer diagnosis and treatment in working-age adults: Implications for employment, health insurance coverage, and financial hardship in the United States Asciminib Monotherapy as Frontline Treatment of Chronic-Phase Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: Results from […]
According to the American Heart Association (AHA), atrial fibrillation (AF) impacts between 2.7 and 6.1 million Americans, frequently resulting in heart-related complications and a fivefold increase in the risk of stroke. To address this significant health concern, the American College of Cardiology (ACC), and AHA, in collaboration with and endorsed by the American College of […]
September 10th marks World Suicide Prevention Day 2024, an annual event organized by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP). This significant day serves as a global platform to raise awareness about the preventability of suicide. In alignment with this theme, our Guidelines Rundown Series presents a new article focusing on suicide prevention guidelines. Various […]
The American Urological Association (AUA) stands as the leading urologic association, offering invaluable support to the global urologic community and its 23,000 members. Their mission is to advance the highest standards of urological clinical care through education, research, and the development of healthcare policies. AUA’s Clinical Practice Guidelines provide evidence-based guidance with a clear scope […]
In the latest edition of the Guidelines International Series, we delve into the most recent guidelines published by the esteemed European Society of Cardiology (ESC). As a global leader in the field of cardiovascular medicine, the ESC brings together a community of over 100,000 scientists, clinicians, nurses, and allied professionals dedicated to advancing best practices […]
Ovarian cancer, the 5th leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., is one of the deadliest gynecologic malignancies due to its mild early symptoms, often leading to late detection. This edition of our Guidelines+ Monograph series explores niraparib (brand name Zejula) from GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), a once-daily oral (PO) PARP inhibitor. It’s FDA-approved as a […]
Hemophilia A and B, the most common severe hereditary bleeding disorders, arise from deficiencies in factor VIII and factor IX, respectively. These conditions result in prolonged bleeding episodes, which can occur spontaneously or with minimal trauma, depending on the level of factor activity. Apart from treating acute bleeding, prophylaxis is a key strategy in hemophilia […]
The Centre for Research Excellence in Women’s Health in Reproductive Life (CRE WHiRL) collaborated with esteemed organizations such as the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), Endocrine Society, European Society of Endocrinology (ESE), and European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE), while collaborating with other professional societies. Together, they have enhanced the 2018 International […]
This National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article that delves into the topic of sickle cell disease. Multiple societies have released comprehensive guidelines to provide guidance and support for clinical decision-making in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of sickle cell disease in both adults and children. In this […]
The opioid crisis continues to be a major public health issue, with overdose rates still rising in many areas, particularly due to the increasing prevalence of synthetic opioids like fentanyl. This edition of our Guidelines+ Monograph series will be dedicated to International Overdose Awareness Day, a day on August 31st of each year dedicated to […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) protects public health by guaranteeing the safety, effectiveness, and security of pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date marks the deadline by which the FDA must complete its review of drug applications. Occasionally, an advisory committee (AdCom) meeting is convened to assess the drug […]