Purpose. To characterize the chemotherapy given near the end of life to advanced non-small
cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients treated in the community oncology setting using a …

Antiemetic guidelines from a variety of professional organizations have been available for
several years. It is unclear just how often these guidelines have been used, however; data …

This paper uses an evidence-based approach whenever possible to formulate recommendations,
emphasizing the results of controlled trials concerning the best use of antiemetic …

OBJECTIVE: To review the electrocardiographic (ECG) and cardiovascular effects of 5-hydroxytryptamine
3 (5-HT 3 ) receptor antagonists preclinically, in healthy volunteers, and in …

Purpose The literature describing fenofibrate-associated nephrotoxicity was reviewed.
Summary Fenofibrate-associated nephrotoxicity is an underrecognized adverse effect that is …

Objective: To measure the incidence of treatment failure and associated costs in patients with
methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs). Methods…

Introduction Prior studies demonstrated marked increases in Clostridium difficile infection (CDI)
in the United States (US) in recent years. The objective of this study was to describe the …

While efforts have been made in the United States (US) to optimize antimicrobial use, few
studies have explored antibiotic prescribing disparities that may drive future interventions. The …

Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader will be able to: Identify reported
differences between advanced colorectal cancer patients treated in community oncology …

Purpose: Clinical pathways are viewed as valuable practice tools leading to presumed cost
savings. CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield partnering with P4 Pathways implemented a …