November 26, 2014 Issue of JAMA

November 26, 2014, Vol 312, No. 20, Pages 2065-2178

This Week in JAMA

Highlights

Abstract Full Text

free access has audio

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2065-2067. doi:10.1001/jama.2013.279851

Podcast: Levofloxacin after renal transplant, preschool interventions and school outcomes, medical liability reform, and more.

Original Investigation

Levofloxacin for BK Virus Prophylaxis Following Kidney Transplantation: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Greg A. Knoll, MD; Atul Humar, MD; Dean Fergusson, PhD; et al.

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2106-2114. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14721

In this randomized trial among kidney transplant recipients, a 3-month course of levofloxacin initiated early following transplantation did not prevent BK viruria and was associated with an increased risk of adverse events such as bacterial resistance.

Association of Sickle Cell Trait With Chronic Kidney Disease and Albuminuria in African Americans

Rakhi P. Naik, MD, MHS; Vimal K. Derebail, MD; Morgan E. Grams, MD; et al.

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2115-2125. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15063

Naik and coauthors describe the relationship between sickle cell trait (SCT) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) and albuminuria in 2233 self-identified African Americans in the United States.

Association of a Full-Day vs Part-Day Preschool Intervention With School Readiness, Attendance, and Parent Involvement

Arthur J. Reynolds, PhD; Brandt A. Richardson, BA; Momoko Hayakawa, PhD; et al.

Abstract Full Text

free access has multimedia has audio

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2126-2134. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15376

This nonrandomized, matched group follow-up study found that low-income children who attended full-day preschool were better prepared for school in 4 of 6 domains, attendance, and reduced chronic absences than children who attended a part-day preschool.

Podcast: Preschool Full or Half Days and School Readiness

Editorial
The Value of High-Quality Full-Day Preschool
Lawrence J. Schweinhart, PhD

JAMA

Caring for the Critically Ill Patient

Cost-effectiveness of Dalteparin vs Unfractionated Heparin for the Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism in Critically Ill Patients

Robert A. Fowler, MDCM, MS; Nicole Mittmann, MSc, PhD; William Geerts, MD, MSc; et al.

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2135-2145. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15101

This prospective economic evaluation reports that use of LMW heparin for venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in critically ill patients was more effective than unfractionated heparin, with similar or lower costs.

Research Letter

US Food and Drug Administration and Design of Drug Approval Studies

Steven Woloshin, MD, MS; Lisa M. Schwartz, MD, MS; Brittney Frankel, BA; et al.

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2163-2165. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.13329

Special Communication

The Medical Liability Climate and Prospects for Reform

Michelle M. Mello, JD, PhD, MPhil; David M. Studdert, LLB, ScD, MPH; Allen Kachalia, MD, JD

Abstract Full Text

has audio

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2146-2155. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.10705

This Special Communication surveys national liability reform.

Podcast: Medical Liability and Reform

Editorial
Medical Malpractice Reform: When Is It About Money? Why Is It About Time?
William M. Sage, MD, JD

JAMA

Viewpoint

Ending the Cycle of Blame in US Health Care

Brian W. Powers, AB; Christine K. Cassel, MD; Sachin H. Jain, MD, MBA

Abstract Full Text

has audio

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2091-2092. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.13630

This Viewpoint discusses how simplistic narratives have shaped views about cause, blame, and responsibility in the challenges facing the US health care system.

Podcast: Ending the Cycle of Blame in US Health Care

Editorial
Reshaping US Health Care: From Competition and Confiscation to Cooperation and Mobilization
Donald M. Berwick, MD

JAMA

Accountable Health Communities: Getting There From Here

Elliott S. Fisher, MD, MPH; Janet Corrigan, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2093-2094. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.13815

This Viewpoint discusses approaches to overcoming 2 major challenges facing efforts to establish accountable health communities.

Editorial
Reshaping US Health Care: From Competition and Confiscation to Cooperation and Mobilization
Donald M. Berwick, MD

JAMA

Critiquing US Health Care

Victor R. Fuchs, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2095-2096. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14114

This Viewpoint discusses the economics of the US health care system.

Editorial
Reshaping US Health Care: From Competition and Confiscation to Cooperation and Mobilization
Donald M. Berwick, MD

JAMA

A Piece of My Mind

Engaging to No Avail

Irene M. Wielawski, AB

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2097-2098. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.12935

Editorial

Reshaping US Health Care: From Competition and Confiscation to Cooperation and Mobilization

Donald M. Berwick, MD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2099-2100. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15727

This Editorial discusses 3 approaches to reshaping US health care.

The Value of High-Quality Full-Day Preschool

Lawrence J. Schweinhart, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2101-2102. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15124

Medical Malpractice Reform: When Is It About Money? Why Is It About Time?

William M. Sage, MD, JD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2103-2105. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15416

From the 糖心vlog

Body Image Concerns, Muscle-Enhancing Behaviors, and Eating Disorders in Males

Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, PhD, MPH, RD; Marla E. Eisenberg, ScD, MPH

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2156-2157. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.5138

JAMA Clinical Challenge

Rapidly Progressing Leg Ulcer With Fever in a Woman With Chronic Diarrhea

Hai Long, MD, PhD; Yuwen Su, MD, PhD; Qianjin Lu, MD, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2158-2160. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.13007

JAMA Diagnostic Test Interpretation

Protein Electrophoresis and Immunofixation for the Diagnosis of Monoclonal Gammopathies

S. Vincent Rajkumar, MD; Robert A. Kyle, MD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2160-2161. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.8237

Medical News & Perspectives

Antibiotics for Children: When Less Is More

Anita Slomski, MA

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2079-2080. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15494

The JAMA Forum

High-tech Care Can Save Lives鈥擝ut It Also May Create Incentives That Result in Lives Lost

Austin Frakt, PhD

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2081-2082. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14531

News From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Excessive Salt Intake Putting Children at Risk for Later Diseases

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2084. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15153

Too Many Kids Don鈥檛 Get Necessary Preventive Services

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2084. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15457

Clinical Trials Update

Evolocumab Lowers LDL in Genetic High Cholesterol Disorder

Anita Slomski, MA

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2083. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15519

Grief Therapy More Effective for Bereaved Adults Than Psychotherapy

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2083. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15872

No Mortality Benefit Found From Intensive Glucose Control

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2083. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15874

Health Agencies Update

New Neurons Needed to Maintain Smell Circuits

Tracy Hampton, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2082. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15133

Grants Focus on Leveraging Biomedical Big Data

Tracy Hampton, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2082. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15837

Funds Seek to Boost Behavioral Health Care Workforce

Tracy Hampton, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2082. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15839

Medicare Initiatives Seek to Improve Postacute Care

Tracy Hampton, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2082. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15841

The Art of JAMA

Mound of Butter: Antoine Vollon

Thomas B. Cole, MD, MPH

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2076-2077. doi:10.1001/jama.2013.279839

Poetry and Medicine

Talk

Michael Collins

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2170. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.8624

JAMA Revisited

Thanksgiving

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2172. doi:10.1001/jama.2013.279860

Thankfulness Unlimited

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2172. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.15763

JAMA Patient Page

Talking to Your Doctor About Tests, Treatments, and Their Costs

Deborah Tolmach Sugerman, MSW; Jill Jin, MD, MPH

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2178. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.3693

Comment & Response

Genetic Factors Associated With Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions

Roberto Lozano, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2165-2166. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14145

Genetic Factors Associated With Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions鈥擱eply

Wen-Hung Chung, MD, PhD; Shuen-Iu Hung, PhD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2166. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14148

Exercise to Combat Depression

James A. Blumenthal, PhD; P. Murali Doraiswamy, MD

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2166-2167. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14334

Exercise to Combat Depression鈥擱eply

Gary M. Cooney, AB, MBChB; Kerry Dwan, PhD; Gillian Mead, FRCP

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2167. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14340

Costs of New Treatments for Hepatitis C Infection

Ruth Lopert, MD; Craig Welch

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2168. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14337

Costs of New Treatments for Hepatitis C Infection

Jonas B. Green, MD, MPH, MSHS

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2168. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14343

Costs of New Treatments for Hepatitis C Infection鈥擱eply

Troyen A. Brennan, MD, JD, MPH; William H. Shrank, MD, MSHS

Abstract Full Text

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2168-2169. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14352

Correction

Incorrect Figure

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2169. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14254

Missing Byline Author

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2169. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.14633

Collaborators Omitted

Abstract Full Text

free access

JAMA. 2014;312(20):2169. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.9940

November 2024 - July 1883

Decade

Year

Issue

November 26, 2014, Vol 312, No. 20, Pages 2065-2178

Caring for the Critically Ill Patient

Latest from the USPSTF