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Does evidence support the use of supplements to aid in BP control?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2020)
Q: Does evidence support the use of supplements to aid in BP control? Evidence-based answer: Yes. A number of well-tolerated natural therapies have been shown to reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure (BP). (See TABLE1-8 for summary.) However...
Does using e-cigarettes cigarette smoking in adolescents?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2019)
Q: Does using e-cigarettes cigarette smoking in adolescents? Evidence-based answer: Probably. Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use by adolescents is associated with a 2- to 4-fold increase in cigarette smoking over the next year (strength...
A therapist survey of evidence-based practices in publicly funded youth mental health
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
sizes in controlled clinical trials for evidence-based treatments (EBTs) for youth MH problems (Weisz, Jensen-Doss & Hawley, 2006). One potential reason for this discrepancy may be that therapists within TAU contexts are not implementing EBTs. To date...
Which detoxification regimens are effective for alcohol withdrawal syndrome?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
Q: Which detoxification regimens are effective for alcohol withdrawal syndrom? Evidence based answer: Benzodiazepines remain the first-line regimen for alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS) and are the only class more effective than placebo for reducing...
Does anticoagulation prevent thrombosis for persons with fractures distal to the hip?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2005)
]: A, based on multiple randomized controlled studies [RCTs]). Evidence is insufficient to show whether LMWH specifically reduces the risk of clinically significant DVTs, and recommendations on its use are conflicting (SOR: C, based on expert opinion...
Blackhead in turkeys : surgical control by cecal abligation
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Agricultural Experiment Station, 1930)
Statin Therapy in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2005)
Based on current evidence, statin therapy should be offered to all patients with type 2 diabetes who are known to have coronary artery disease. [Strength of recommendation: A] For patients older than 40 years with type 2 diabetes who are not known...
Does vitamin D supplementation reduce asthma exacerbations?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2020)
Q: Does vitamin D supplementation reduce asthma exacerbations? Evidence-based answer: YES, to some extent it does, and primarily in patients with low vitamin D levels. Supplementation reduces asthma exacerbations requiring systemic steroids by 30...
Longitudinal, naturalistic study of training and support for implementation of evidence-based youth mental health practices among community providers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
support in evidence-based practices (EBPs). To address this need, the current study describes the reach and impact of a county-wide youth MH initiative aimed at increasing youths' and families' access to effective youth MH services by providing free EBP...
Pharmacologic therapy for eustachian tube dysfunction
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2013)
There are no medications that improve patient-oriented outcomes in children or adults with eustachian tube dysfunction. (Strength of Recommendation [SOR]: A, based on a systematic review of randomized controlled trials [RCTs].) Oral corticosteroids...
Does vitamin D supplementation reduce asthma exacerbations?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2020)
Q: Does vitamin D supplementation reduce asthma exacerbations? Evidence-based answer: YES, to some extent it does, and primarily in patients with low vitamin D levels. Supplementation reduces asthma exacerbations requiring systemic steroids by 30...
Antiviral Agents for Pregnant Women with Genital Herpes
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2005)
There is no evidence that the use of antiviral agents in women who are pregnant and have a history of genital herpes prevents perinatal transmission of herpes simplex virus (HSV) to neonates. [Strength of recommendation: A, based on multiple...
What's best for croup?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2011)
(strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, meta-analysis and randomized controlled trials [RCTs]). A 0.15 mg/kg dose of oral dexame thasone is as effective as larger doses (SOR: B, small RCTs). Nebulized racemic or L-epinephrine reduces severity of symptoms...
How does gender-affirming hormone therapy affect QOL in transgender patients?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2022-12)
Q: How does gender-affirming hormone therapy affect QOL in transgender patients? Evidence-based answer: There are modest effects on depression but not anxiety. Gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) is associated with modest improvements...
Best Alternatives to Statins for Treating Hyperlipidemia
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2007)
but not total mortality. (SOR: A, based on review of RCTs). The effects of ezetimibe (Zetia) on cardiovascular outcomes and mortality are unknown. (SOR: C, based on a single RCT with disease-oriented evidence). Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation does not clearly...
Is metformin effective for reducing weight in obese or overweight adolescents?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
Q: Is metformin effective for reducing weight in obese or overweight adolescents? Evidence based answer: Yes, to some degree—but it is of uncertain clinical significance. Over a period of 6 months, metformin modestly reduced weight (–2.1 kg...
Do group visits improve HbA1c more than individual visits in patients with T2DM?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2005)
Do group visits improve HbA1c more than individual visits in patients with T2DM? Evidence-based answer: Yes. In patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), group visits led by health professionals or teams improved glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c...
Treatment for Anogenital Molluscum Contagiosum
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
lesions. (Strength of Recommendation: B, based on inconsistent or limited quality patient-oriented evidence). There are no comparative trials of other commonly used treatments, such as carbon dioxide laser, cryotherapy, or curettage....
Is the incidence of depressive disorders increased following cerebral concussion?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
Q: Is the incidence of depressive disorders increased following cerebral concussion? Evidence-based answer: yes, in some populations. Youth and adolescents with self-reported history of concussion had increased risk of depressive disorders (strength...
An examination of musical instrument practice among collegiate musicians
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
indicated that collegiate instrumentalists should (a) develop and strengthen self-regulation skills, (b) arrange practice time based on individual schedules, and (c) cope with challenges through discussing potential solutions with peers and instrumental...