Must-Read Articles, Essential Updates & Platform Tips 13/02/2024

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Active Ingredient Monographs 

The following Active Ingredient Monographs have been added to the platform

• Dermatology: Crisaborole (OIN)
   
• Oncology: Durvalumab (INF)
   
• Vitamins: Colecalciferol (CAP)

The following Active Ingredient Monographs have been updated in the platform

• Neurology: Phenobarbitone (TAB)
   
• Neurology: Topiramate (CAP/FCT/TAB)

CPDs

The following CPDs have been added to the platform

• Evolving Tdap landscape: New vaccine introductions in 2024 - 2 CPD points
   
• Overcoming inertia and advancing therapy with the use of injectables in type 2 diabetes - 3 CPD points
   
• WHO testing guidelines for HIV and the benefits of 4th Generation HIV rapid tests - 1 CPD point 

Guidelines

The Tygerberg Hospital Obstetrics & Gynaecology guidelines have been updated and published on the EMGuidance platform, including:

• Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) in Pregnancy
   
• Indications for Growth Scans in the High Risk Clinic
   
• Management of Cervical Cytology Smears in Tygerberg Hospital GSA
   
• Protocol for Abnormal (RI>95th centile) Umbilical Artery Doppler (UAD)
   
• Protocol for the Management of Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
   
• Protocol For The Acute Management Of Spontaneous Preterm Labour At Tygerberg Hospital
   
• Protocol for Management of a Small for Gestational Age (SGA) Fetus with Normal Umbilical Artery Doppler (UAD)
   
• Protocol for Magnesium Sulphate (MgSO4) Administration

Pregnancy Information

Did you know that Active Ingredient Monographs feature a dedicated section for special populations, including pregnant patients?
Find comprehensive prescribing guidance by searching for an active ingredient and selecting the special populations section to see prescribing information applicable to pregnant patients. 

Medical Calculators

This week, we're highlighting three different types of Estimated Date of Delivery (EDD) calculators available on the platform

Estimated Date of Delivery (EDD) and Gestational Age (GA) by Last Menstrual Period (LMP)
This tool calculates the current gestational age and EDD using the date of the last menstrual period

Estimated Date of Delivery (EDD) and Gestational Age (GA) by Last Menstrual Period (LMP) and Foetal Biometry
This calculator offers a more refined estimation by incorporating foetal biometry measurements from ultrasound, allowing for adjustments based on foetal development.

Estimated Date of Delivery (EDD) and Gestational Age (GA) by Last Menstrual Period (LMP) and Ultrasound (US)
Combining LMP and ultrasound data, this method offers another layer of precision in determining gestational age and EDD. 

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