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Are you missing the early hallmark signs of FOP in your pediatric patients? Hear from expert geneticists and endocrinologists on key red flags and evolving treatment strategies. Catch the replay ➡️ mdsc.pe/4hAalQ2 #MedEd #Pediatrics #CME
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Why is the misdiagnosis rate for FOP approaching 90% worldwide? Dr. Angela Cheng and Dr. Reid Sutton discuss critical diagnostic signs and how care is shifting toward targeted disease modification. Watch the full discussion ➡️ mdsc.pe/4hAalQ2 #MedEd #RareDisease #CME
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Starting in 1 HOUR ➡️ mdsc.pe/4AjD4B7 Join Dr. Cheung & Dr. Sutton LIVE to explore the newest on-target data and what recent approvals mean for your FOP patients. #RareDisease #FOP #CME
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LIVE TOMORROW ➡️ mdsc.pe/4AjD4B7 Equip your practice with new insights on ALK2 kinase inhibition vs ligand blockade in FOP care. Join our expert live panel. 📅 Sept 30th ⏰ 12:00pm EST #RareDisease #FOP #MedEd
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Ready to explore the latest pivotal data & approvals targeting the ACVR1/ALK2 pathway in FOP? Join our expert panel for a fast-paced 15-min live session & earn free CME credit. 📅 Sept 30th ⏰ 12:00pm EST 🔗 mdsc.pe/4AjD4B7 #MedEd #FOP #CME
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SAVE THE DATE Join Dr. Cheung & Dr. Sutton LIVE as they discuss how new disease-modifying therapies are shifting FOP care away from "watchful waiting". 📅 September 30th ⏰ 12:00pm EST 🔗 mdsc.pe/4AjD4B7 #RareDisease #FOP #MedEd
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DOACs tied to lower fracture risk vs Warfarin in #AFib. ms.spr.ly/6011Trpgh

DOACs Tied to Lower Fracture Risk vs Warfarin in AF

An observational study suggests all oral anticoagulants are not created equal: treatment with DOACs was associated with a lower risk for osteoporotic fractures than warfarin.

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EMA recommends upadacitinib for rheumatoid #arthritis. ms.spr.ly/6012TrD06

EMA Recommends Upadacitinib for Rheumatoid Arthritis

A European Medicines Agency advisory panel recommended marketing authorization for upadacitinib for the treatment of patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

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Viagra for bone marrow transplants? ms.spr.ly/6013TrDLD
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EU panel backs new #osteoporosis drug. ms.spr.ly/6018TrDvQ
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Cortisone injections may speed up joint damage. ms.spr.ly/6010Tr6Tw ms.spr.ly/6010Tr6Tw

Knee, Hip Steroid Injections May Speed Joint Damage

With evidence that steroid injections may speed joint destruction in some patients with osteoarthritis, experts stress the need for informed consent about potential risks and benefits of injections.

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New skill checkup: treating #CarpalTunnel with steroid injections. ms.spr.ly/6016TRAIG

Skill Checkup: Carpal Tunnel Steroid Injection

Steroid injection has been shown to reduce short-term symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. Review the proper technique, including images and video, and take a short self-assessment.

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A first-of-its-kind study shows that low doses of statins appear protective of bone health but high doses may increase risk for osteoporosis. #ASBMR2019 medscape.com/viewarticle/919…
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The ICC on Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva recommends that FOPCon not be considered a definitive therapy for fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva. Read more here. ms.spr.ly/6013TRQmc
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New analysis comparing treatment options has been incorporated in our Foot Reconstruction overview tool. ms.spr.ly/6017TRmzZ
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VITAL study: No bone benefits seen with high dose vitamin D in healthy people. ms.spr.ly/6016TuNwE #ASBMR2019

No Bone Benefits Seen With High-Dose Vitamin D in Healthy Cohort

Long-term use of daily high-dose vitamin D shows no improvements in bone health or reductions in falls versus placebo, in new analyses of the VITAL trial in generally healthy middle-aged individuals.

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Key diagnostic aspects of treating #tuberculous spondylitis are summarized in our newly updated tool. ms.spr.ly/6014TPmfu
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A 26-year-old woman is far too young to be in so much pain she must walk with a cane. What’s her diagnosis? ms.spr.ly/6019TPecf
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High-dose drug combo could be an ideal intervention for post-menopausal #osteoporosis...but it's 💰. ms.spr.ly/6014TOkpk
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Review best treatment strategies for unilateral, isolated mandibular angle fractures in this newly updated clinical tool including Champy miniplate repair. ms.spr.ly/6017TOECf
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