Abstract: Importance: Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for prostate cancer (PC) has been linked to adverse events, such as cardiac events and osteoporosis. Whether these …
Abstract:Importance: The COVID-19 pandemic caused substantial disruptions to primary care, potentially impacting quality of care for chronic conditions. The Veterans Health …
Abstract: This cross-sectional study evaluates trends in the utilization of and disparities in prostate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) across the Veterans Health Administration.
Abstract: Importance: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is common among patients with ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) and is associated with poor outcomes. …
Abstract: Importance: Hypertension treatment advances have resulted in improvements in blood pressure control and self-management. Yet, disparities persist for Black veterans. …
Abstract: Importance: The choice of first line hormonal therapy in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) is often based on comorbidities or physician preference due …
Abstract: Importance: The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reports high demand for mental health residential treatment, which is partially met by private sector care paid for …
Abstract: Importance: Veterans identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, additional orientations, or not sure (LGB+) may have unique health-related social needs. By addressing social …
Abstract: Importance: Total hip arthroplasty (THA) delays can be deleterious. Robust evaluation of time to THA enables data-driven improvement efforts across the US Military Health …
Abstract: IMPORTANCE: The head-to-head comparative effectiveness and safety of individual glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are not well understood. OBJECTIVE: …
Abstract: Importance US military personnel and veterans have higher rates of suicide than the general population. Previous trials support the efficacy of brief cognitive behavioral …
Abstract: IMPORTANCE: Initial treatment for urinary incontinence (UI) includes behavioral treatment. However, access to care may be limited. OBJECTIVE: To compare the effectiveness …