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Beyond aggregated race and ethnicity codes: An examination of additional methods to identify Asian American and Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander Veteran subgroups in administrative databases

Abstract: Introduction: Veterans who identify either as Asian American or as Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander (NHPI) are growing (in percentage points) more rapidly than …

Impact of length of stay on diagnostic yield in the epilepsy monitoring unit: A multi-center retrospective 12-year Veterans Health Administration study

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Epilepsy Monitoring Units (EMUs) in Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Epilepsy Centers of Excellence (ECoE) are critical for the diagnosis and management of …

Evidence of physical deconditioning during psychiatric hospitalization in a Veteran sample

Abstract: Prior observations of low physical activity in psychiatric inpatient care suggest a risk of physical deconditioning, but to date no studies have explicitly investigated …

Incidence of benign prostatic hyperplasia in testicular cancer survivors in the Veteran's affairs health system

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Testosterone and prostatic inflammation have been postulated to influence the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Our study aims to evaluate …

Disparities in highly effective contraceptive use among U.S. active duty service women, fiscal years 2020-2023

Abstract: Background: Despite universal coverage of all highly effective contraceptive (HEC) methods in the Military Health System (MHS), active duty service women (ADSW) have …

Mammography screening utilization in female Veterans using cross-sectional survey results from the National Health Interview Survey

Abstract: PURPOSE: Although women are the fastest growing group of veterans across all military branches, there are limited data about mammography screening utilization in female …

Minimal data elements for surveillance and reporting of musculoskeletal injuries in the MILitary (ROMMIL) international consensus statement

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: A systematic approach to collecting and reporting injury data in military settings is necessary to maximize the impact of musculoskeletal injury-related …

Optimizing the self-directed training kiosk for tactical combat casualty care skills among Chinese military service members: A Kano model approach

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) is widely recognized as the gold standard for reducing preventable battlefield deaths. Although the People's Liberation …

Provider perspectives on the need for child care assistance during Veteran health care appointments

Abstract: Background: Lack of child care is a primary cause of delayed care in the United States for individuals caring for children, including Veterans. Given the substantial …

A root cause analysis of community-acquired pressure injuries in persons with spinal cord injuries

Abstract: Study Design: Multi-phase root cause analysis (RCA). Objectives: Determine the root cause of why veterans developed a novel CAPrI following the completion of the CAPP-FIT …

Accelerated epigenetic aging and prospective morbidity and mortality among U.S. Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Epigenetic aging measures have promise as surrogate health outcomes in randomized control trials and observational cohort studies. The value of these …

An evidence map of the women Veterans' health literature, 2016 to 2023: A systematic review

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: Women veterans are the fastest-growing veteran subpopulation in the US. Women veterans often experience military service-related health issues in addition to …