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Mathias E Kant¹

¹Pennsylvania State College of Medicine, Hershey, Pennsylvania, USA.

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|March 27, 2025

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Medical practice often shifts between extremes, impacting patient care. Physicians should use all evidence to make informed decisions, prioritizing patient well-being over fluctuating standards of care.

Keywords:

ECT hormone replacement therapy medical pendulums medico-legal opiate addiction opiate prescribing pain relief

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Area of Science:

Medical Ethics
History of Medicine
Clinical Practice

Background:

Medicine is often practiced as an art, influenced by public scrutiny and evolving standards of care.
The "standard of care" is a dynamic construct, frequently swinging between extremes.
Historical examples include opiate prescribing, electroconvulsive therapy, and hormone replacement therapy.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the "pendulum swings" in medical practices and their impact on patient care.
To examine how controversial areas in medicine evolve and influence clinical decisions.
To advocate for evidence-based practice that transcends temporary trends.

Main Methods:

Qualitative analysis of historical medical practices.
Review of literature on controversial medical treatments and research funding.
Case examples illustrating shifts in the standard of care.

Main Results:

Medical practices, such as opiate prescribing and hormone replacement, have historically undergone significant reversals.
Current debates on marijuana and hallucinogen use exemplify ongoing shifts in medical acceptance.
Extreme practice swings have led to patient harm.

Conclusions:

Physicians must consider the full spectrum of medical evidence, not just the current standard of care.
Courage and wisdom are needed to advocate for patients amidst evolving medical trends.
A balanced, evidence-based approach is crucial for optimal patient outcomes.