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A Quality Improvement Project to Improve Treatment of Severe Hypertriglyceridemia in Veterans

Abstract: Background: Severe hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG) is associated with an increased risk of acute pancreatitis. Prompt recognition and treatment of sHTG is key for prevention …

Analyzing and Assessing the Current Status of Heat-Related Illnesses in the South Korean Military

Abstract: Introduction: The population of the Republic of Korea often experiences heat-related illnesses during summer that are exacerbated by significant variations. With rising …

Comparison of Dental Emergencies Among U.S. Military and Civilian Personnel During Combat Operations in 2007-2009

Abstract: Introduction: Information from published studies describing dental treatment of nonmilitary personnel in a military theater of operations is sparse. The primary objective …

Deployment-Related Toxic Exposures Are Associated with Worsening Mental and Physical Health After Military Service: Results from a Self-Report Screening of Veterans Deployed After 9/11

Abstract: Exposure to toxins-such as heavy metals and air pollution-can result in poor health and wellbeing. Recent scientific and media attention has highlighted negative health …

Independent Associations of Aortic Calcification with Cirrhosis and Liver Related Mortality in Veterans with Chronic Liver Disease

Abstract: Introduction: Abdominal aortic calcifications (AAC) are incidentally found on medical imaging and useful cardiovascular burden approximations. The Morphomic Aortic …

Overweight/Obesity, Gestational Weight Gain, Postpartum Weight Retention, and Maternal/Neonatal Complications in the Military

Abstract: Objective: The objective of this study was to examine the prevalence of overweight/obesity and excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) among military beneficiaries and to …

Risk and Predictors of Penile Cancer in US Veterans with HIV

Abstract: Objectives: People living with HIV (PWH) may have an increased burden of penile cancer. We aimed to evaluate the risk of penile cancer in PWH compared to that of the …

Antihypertensive Medication and Fracture Risk in Older Veterans Health Administration Nursing Home Residents

Abstract: Importance: Limited evidence exists on the association between initiation of antihypertensive medication and risk of fractures in older long-term nursing home residents. …

Cystatin C Use for CKD Detection in the Veterans Health Administration System: A Qualitative Study of Barriers and Facilitators

Abstract: Rationale and objective: The measurement of cystatin C has been recommended to enhance chronic kidney disease (CKD) detection and risk stratification in clinical …

Effect of Active-Duty Military Service on Neonatal Birth Outcomes: A Systematic Review

Abstract: Introduction: Increasing numbers of women serve in the armed forces in countries worldwide. Stress experienced during pregnancy is associated with adverse birth outcomes …

Impact of Repeated Blast Exposure on Active-Duty United States Special Operations Forces

Abstract: United States (US) Special Operations Forces (SOF) are frequently exposed to explosive blasts in training and combat, but the effects of repeated blast exposure (RBE) on …

Military traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) in the military can involve distinct injury mechanisms, diagnostic challenges, treatments, and course of recovery. TBI has played a prominent …