Internal Medicine Alert – October 30, 2003
October 30, 2003
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One-Day Quadruple Therapy Compared with 7-Day Triple Therapy for H pylori Infection
It is widely accepted that eradication of H pylori is effective in preventing the recurrence of many gastric and duodenal ulcers, although other benefits of eradication are more controversial. -
Eat More Protein and Lower Your Blood Glucose!
A high-protein diet lowers the blood glucose postprandially in persons with type 2 diabetes and improves overall glucose control. However, longer-term studies are necessary to determine the total magnitude of response, possible adverse effects, and long-term acceptability of the diet. -
‘Si’ for CT for PE
Helical CT scan is a definitive way to rule out significant pulmonary embolism. -
Hospitalization for Atrial Fibrillation
The frequency with which patients are hospitalized for atrial fibrillation is increasing dramatically with a large proportion of the increase due to an increased number of elderly patients in the population. -
Chronic Constipation: Current Concepts
This review article sums up the symptoms and treatment of chronic constipation. -
Pharmacology Update: Levonorgestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets (Seasonale)
The FDA has approved the first 91-day oral contraceptive. The product is taken for 12 weeks (84 days), followed by 1 week of inactive tablets, resulting in 1 menstrual period every 3 months. -
Clinical Briefs
Weight Loss in Type 2 Diabetes; Dalteparin and Chronic Foot Ulcers in Diabetics with PAD; Pioglitazone and LDL in Nondiabetic Hypertensives