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Top studies relevant to primary care from 2018: From PEER.
Danielle Perry1, Samantha Moe2, Christina Korownyk3
1Knowledge Translation Expert with the Alberta College of Family Physicians in Edmonton.
Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
|April 14, 2019
Summary
Primary care professionals reviewed 2018 research on cardiovascular disease (CVD), diet, menopause, pain, and more. Key findings impact treatment for various conditions, guiding clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Primary Care Medicine
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Clinical Research Synthesis
Background:
- Routine literature surveillance is crucial for primary care practice.
- Staying updated on high-quality research across diverse medical areas is essential for healthcare providers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize high-quality studies from 2018 relevant to primary care.
- To inform clinical decision-making across a broad spectrum of health topics.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of literature by primary care health professionals.
- Screening of abstracts from key journals and Evidence Alerts.
- Inclusion of searches from ACP Journal Club.
Main Results:
- Studies covered cardiovascular disease (CVD), diet and weight loss, menopausal symptom management, pain management (opioid vs. non-opioid), urinary tract infections, omega-3 fatty acids, and diabetes glycemic targets.
- Research also addressed eczema treatments and febrile seizure prevention.
- Five "runner-up" studies were also briefly reviewed.
Conclusions:
- 2018 research provided high-quality evidence in CVD and other primary care areas.
- Findings span pediatrics, women's health, and pain management, among others.
- The reviewed studies offer valuable insights for contemporary primary care.
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