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.
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.
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.
Postural hypotension - The BMJ
WEBApr 23, 2021 · Postural hypotension is a drop in blood pressure on standing that can cause symptoms such as lightheadedness, dizziness, and falls. Learn how to test for it, who is at risk, and what interventions can help improve quality of life and prevent complications.
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 …
Virology, transmission, and pathogenesis of SARS-CoV-2 - The BMJ
WEBOct 23, 2020 · A review of the emerging understanding of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes covid-19, including its structure, replication, and immune response. Learn about the genetic similarity and differences with SARS-CoV-1, the factors affecting viral load and infectiousness, and the role of antibodies in disease severity.
The PRISMA 2020 statement: an updated guideline for reporting ...
WEBMar 29, 2021 · The PRISMA 2020 statement provides updated reporting guidance for systematic reviews that reflects advances in methods to identify, select, appraise, and synthesise studies. It aims to help authors, editors, and peer reviewers of systematic reviews prepare a transparent, complete, and accurate account of why the review was …
Strengthening the basics: public health responses to prevent the …
WEBNov 29, 2021 · The authors reflect on the basics of public health during infectious disease outbreaks and how to strengthen them for better preparedness and response. They propose a framework of localised, responsive, integrated, and equitable public health systems and highlight the role of community engagement, workforce, and social measures.
Essential tremor: diagnosis and management - The BMJ
WEBAug 5, 2019 · Essential 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.
A guide to neonatal jaundice - The BMJ
WEBApr 23, 2014 · Learn about the causes, diagnosis and management of neonatal jaundice, a common condition in newborn infants. Physiological jaundice is the most common type and usually resolves spontaneously, while pathological jaundice …