Much controversy surrounds the management of urinary tract infections in children; the authors of this article review the issues and offer practical advice to clinicians. Medscape Urology
Among nursing home elders, the incidence of invasive group A streptococcal (GAS) disease is almost 3 times that in the general population. The risk factors for invasive GAS disease and the factors related to outbreaks in nursing homes are reviewed. Emerging Infectious Diseases
The diagnostic accuracy of MRI in children with suspected osteomyelitis or septic arthritis is not adversely affected by a prior diagnostic or surgical intervention, new research indicates. Reuters Health Information
Surgery is more effective than nonsurgical therapy for the relief of symptoms associated with lumbar spinal stenosis, a new study suggests. Medscape Medical News
A review provides information about techniques for and use of corticosteroid injections for various common musculoskeletal conditions in the primary care setting. Medscape Medical News
