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These short, plain-language guides — tailored to consumers — summarize research reviews’ findings on the benefits and harms of different treatment options. Consumer guides provide useful background on health conditions.
Contents
- Managing Insomnia Disorder: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 2017.
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Cardiovascular Disease: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: July 2017.
- Managing Gout: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: January 2017.
- Behavioral Programs To Help Manage Type 1 Diabetes: A Review of the Research for Children, Teens, and AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: November 29, 2016.
- Behavioral Programs To Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: November 29, 2016.
- Noninvasive Treatments for Low Back Pain: A Summary of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: November 15, 2016.
- Comparing Talk Therapy and Other Depression Treatments With Antidepressant Medicines: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 13, 2016.
- Treating Disruptive Behavior Disorders in Children and Teens: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 31, 2016.
- Imaging Tests To Check for Kidney Stones in the Emergency DepartmentJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: July 29, 2016.
- Kidney Stones and Possible Symptoms
- Checking for Kidney Stones in the Emergency Department
- Imaging Tests To Check for Kidney Stones
- What Researchers Found
- Talking with the Emergency Doctor About Your Options for Imaging Tests
- Next Steps If a Kidney Stone Is Found
- Can Kidney Stones Come Back?
- The Source of This Information
- Treatments for Fecal Incontinence: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: July 5, 2016.
- Treating Infantile Hemangiomas in Children: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: June 21, 2016.
- Having a Breast Biopsy: A Review of the Research for Women and Their FamiliesJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: May 26, 2016.
- Treating Binge-Eating Disorder: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: May 24, 2016.
- Medicines To Treat Alcohol Use Disorder: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: February 16, 2016.
- Treating Localized Prostate Cancer: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: January 21, 2016.
- Radiation Therapy for Head and Neck Cancer: A Summary for Adults and Their CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 2, 2015.
- Therapies for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 23, 2014.
- Testing for the Hepatitis C Virus: Why Testing May Be Important for YouJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 13, 2013.
- Options for Treating Restless Legs Syndrome: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 30, 2013.
- Treatment Options for Children With Undescended Testicles: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 30, 2013.
- Antipsychotic Medicines for Treating Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder: A Review of the Research for Adults and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: April 10, 2013.
- Treating Chronic Hepatitis C: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: November 27, 2012.
- Medicines for Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: November 20, 2012.
- Antipsychotic Medicines for Children and Teens: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 4, 2012.
- Preventing Blood Clots After Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery or Surgery for a Broken Hip: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 30, 2012.
- Medicines for Treating Mental Health Conditions: A Review of the Research for Adults and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 1, 2012.
- Treatment Options for ADHD in Children and Teens: A Review of Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: June 26, 2012.
- Measuring Your Blood Pressure at Home: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: February 22, 2012.
- Treating and Preventing C-diff Infections: A Review of the Research for Adults and Their CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: December 19, 2011.
- Choosing Medicines for High Blood Pressure: A Review of the Research on ACEIs, ARBs, and DRIsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: October 24, 2011.
- Medicines for Type 2 Diabetes: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: June 30, 2011.
- Managing Pain From a Broken Hip: A Guide for Adults and Their CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: May 17, 2011.
- Human Growth Hormone for Children With Cystic Fibrosis: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: March 4, 2011.
- Treatment Options for Rotator Cuff Tears: A Guide for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: October 29, 2010.
- “ACE Inhibitors” and “ARBs” To Protect Your Heart? A Guide for Patients Being Treated for Stable Coronary Heart DiseaseJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: July 9, 2010.
- Thinking About Having Your Labor Induced? A Guide for Pregnant WomenEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: December 14, 2009.
- Osteoarthritis of the Knee: A Guide for AdultsEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: April 8, 2009.
- Renal Artery Stenosis Treatments: A Guide for ConsumersEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: June 26, 2007.
- Bone Marrow or Blood Stem Cell Transplants in Children With Certain Rare Inherited Metabolic Diseases: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 25, 2013.
- Bone Marrow or Blood Stem Cell Transplants in Children With Severe Forms of Autoimmune Disorders or Certain Types of Cancer: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 25, 2013.
- Keeping Children at a Healthy Weight: A Review of the Research on Ways To Avoid Becoming Overweight or ObeseJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 19, 2013.
- Treating Severe Migraine Headaches in the Emergency Room: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 19, 2013.
- Weight-Loss Surgery for Adults With Diabetes or Prediabetes Who Are at the Lower Levels of Obesity: A Review of the Research for Adults With a BMI Between 30 and 35John M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 13, 2013.
- Managing Care for Adults With Long-term Medical Illnesses: A Review of the ResearchJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 30, 2013.
- Allergy Shots and Allergy Drops for Adults and Children: A Review of the ResearchJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 22, 2013.
- Lowering the Chance of Getting Another Calcium Kidney Stone: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 8, 2013.
- Surgery for an Inguinal Hernia: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: July 24, 2013.
- Treatment Options When Your SSRI Antidepressant Is Not Working WellJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: July 24, 2013.
- Taking Dietary Supplements With Heart, Blood Pressure, or Cholesterol Medicines: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: April 10, 2013.
- Treatments for Open-Angle Glaucoma: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: February 14, 2013.
- Medicines for Psoriatic Arthritis: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: November 20, 2012.
- Medicines for Early Stage Chronic Kidney Disease: A Review of the Research for Adults With Kidney Disease and Diabetes or High Blood PressureJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: October 11, 2012.
- Progestogens To Prevent Preterm Birth: A Review of the Research About Progestogens for Women at RiskJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 21, 2012.
- Methods for Delivering Insulin and Monitoring Blood Sugar: A Review of the Research for Children, Teens, and Adults With DiabetesJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 4, 2012.
- Medicines for Treating Depression: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: July 30, 2012.
- Reducing the Risk of Bone Fracture: A Review of the Research for Adults With Low Bone DensityJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: May 16, 2012; Last Update: March 2013.
- Treating Chronic Pelvic Pain: A Review of the Research for WomenJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: April 16, 2012.
- Non-surgical Treatments for Urinary Incontinence: A Review of the Research for WomenJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: April 9, 2012.
- Therapies for Treatment-Resistant Depression: A Review of the ResearchJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: March 19, 2012.
- Managing Osteoarthritis Pain With Medicines: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: February 15, 2012.
- DMARDs for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 26, 2011.
- Treatment Options for GERD or Acid Reflux Disease: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: September 23, 2011.
- Treating Sleep Apnea: A Review of the Research for AdultsJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: August 8, 2011.
- Therapies for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Review of the Research for Parents and CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: June 30, 2011.
- Depression After Brain Injury: A Guide for Patients and Their CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: April 13, 2011.
- Understanding Radiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer: A Guide for Adults and Their CaregiversJohn M. Eisenberg Center for Clinical Decisions and Communications Science.Created: November 30, 2010.
- Having a Breast Biopsy: A Guide for Women and Their FamiliesEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: April 14, 2010.
- Reducing the Risk of Breast Cancer With Medicine: A Guide for WomenEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: January 13, 2010.
- Treating High Cholesterol: A Guide for AdultsEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: November 18, 2009.
- Fast Facts
- What Does This Guide Cover?
- What Is Not Covered in This Guide?
- Learning About Cholesterol
- Setting Your Cholesterol Goal
- How Is High Cholesterol Treated?
- Learning About Cholesterol Medicines
- Are Two Medicines Better Than One?
- Side Effects of Cholesterol Medicines
- Talking With Your Doctor About High Cholesterol
- Track Your Cholesterol Levels
- Track Your Cholesterol Medicines
- For More Information
- Source
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation: A Guide for AdultsEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: November 16, 2009.
- Gestational Diabetes: A Guide for Pregnant WomenEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: August 5, 2009.
- Fast Facts
- What Does This Guide Cover?
- What Is Not Covered in This Guide?
- Learning About Gestational Diabetes
- Why Treat Gestational Diabetes?
- Delivery Options
- How Can I Treat Gestational Diabetes?
- Learning About Blood Sugar
- Watching for Type 2 Diabetes After Delivery
- Questions You Might Have
- For More Information
- Source
- Premixed Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes: A Guide for AdultsEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: March 25, 2009.
- Fast Facts
- What Does This Guide Cover?
- What Is Not Covered in This Guide?
- Type 2 Diabetes and Insulin
- Learning About Blood Sugar
- Learning About Insulin
- Insulin That Lasts All Through the Day
- Insulin for Meal Times
- Premixed Insulin for All Day and Meals
- Comparing Medicines
- Questions To Ask Your Doctor
- Price of Insulin
- For More Information
- Source
- Treating Prostate Cancer: A Guide for Men With Localized Prostate CancerEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: July 24, 2008.
- Osteoporosis Treatments That Help Prevent Broken Bones: A Guide for Women After MenopauseEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: June 11, 2008.
- Fast Facts
- What Does This Guide Cover?
- What Is Not Covered in This Guide?
- Learning About Osteoporosis
- Which Bones Can Break?
- Learning About Bone Health
- Learning About Medicines
- Research About the Benefits of Medicines
- Side Effects of Bisphosphonates
- Side Effects of SERMs and Hormones
- Using Information To Make a Decision About Medicine
- For More Information
- Source
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Medicines: A Guide for AdultsEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: April 9, 2008.
- Fast Facts
- What does this guide cover?
- What is not covered in this guide?
- Learning About Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Learning About Medicines for RA
- Learning About the Benefits
- Talking With Your Doctor or Nurse About RA Drugs
- Learning About Risks
- Reducing Your Risks
- Cost
- What is still not known?
- For More Information
- Source
- Pills for Type 2 Diabetes: A Guide for AdultsEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: December 5, 2007.
- Comparing Two Kinds of Blood Pressure Pills: ACEIs and ARBs: A Guide for AdultsEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: November 1, 2007.
- Antidepressant Medicines: A Guide for Adults with DepressionEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: August 15, 2007.
- Fast Facts
- What does this guide cover?
- What is not covered in this guide?
- What are the common signs or symptoms of depression?
- What should I tell my doctor or nurse
- Benefits of antidepressants
- Understanding side effects
- Research comparing side effects
- Don't stop your medicine suddenly
- Serious risks
- What is still not known?
- How can I use the information in this guide?
- For more information
- Source
- Choosing Pain Medicine for Osteoarthritis: A Guide for ConsumersEisenberg Center at Oregon Health & Science University.Created: January 10, 2007.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.Created: December 13, 2005.
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