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Tapinarof cream effective regardless of AD severity, age in two trials

Once-daily application of tapinarof cream 1% significantly improves the Eczema Area Severity Index (EASI) score in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD), regardless of their disease severity or age, according to the pivotal phase III ADORING 1 and 2 trials presented at AAAAI 2024.

Timing of extremity fracture fixation does not affect functional outcomes in patients with TBI

In patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) who sustained extremity fractures, fracture fixation performed within 24 hours after TBI does not appear to result in worse functional outcomes as opposed to when performed beyond 24 hours, according to a study.

Which factors contribute to use of potentially inappropriate drugs in older adults?

Use of potentially inappropriate medications (PIM) is common among frail older adults, suggesting the need for improvement to increase pharmacotherapy safety in these individuals, reports a study.

Mobile health tool helps patients manage symptoms after cystectomy

An intervention using an electronic mobile health (mHealth) tool is not only feasible and acceptable but also delivers useful educational content and symptom management to patients undergoing radical cystectomy, according to a study.

Inconsistencies in ketamine use seen among practitioners

A recent study has found inconsistencies in the use of ketamine, particularly in terms of dose, duration, and reasons to avoid or limit this medication. This is the case despite many critical care practitioners reporting being comfortable in using ketamine.

Early recurrence in patients with post-CABG atrial fibrillation not a risk factor for mortality

In patients with new-onset postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), early AF recurrence is common but not associated with death, according to a study.