Likewise, Teichtahl et al arrive at a similar conclusion. They write in their discussion: “To enable equitable access to diagnosis and appropriate acute management and long-term follow-up, we advocate development of universal protocols for the acute management of gout in inpatients.” (published 9/5/14)
Lara C. Pullen, PhD, is a medical writer based in the Chicago area.
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2. Gnanenthiran SR, Hassett GM, Gibson KA, McNeil HP. Acute gout management during hospitalization: A need for a protocol. 2011. Intern Med J. 41(8):610–617.
