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June 2022

Metabolic Surgery for Adult Obesity: Common Questions and Answers

Metabolic surgery reduces all-cause mortality by 30% to 40% at two to 15 years compared with patients with obesity who did not have surgery. Remission of type 2 diabetes occurs in as many as 70% of patients two years after surgery. Remission of type 2 diabetes mellitus occurs in as many as 70% of patients two years after surgery.

Soft Tissue Masses: Evaluation and Treatment

Soft tissue masses are a common presentation in family medicine. This article describes common masses, discusses imaging modalities, and provides recommendations for treatment.

Acute Stroke Diagnosis

Rapid diagnosis and prompt treatment of stroke are essential. The initial assessment should focus on the signs and symptoms of focal neurologic injury and rule out stroke mimics. Appropriate workup should be started immediately.

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