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Finding the Value of High-sensitivity Troponin Assays
New high-sensitivity cardiac troponin assays detect blood levels in many patients with chronic heart failure or ischemic heart disease who do not meet clinical criteria for myocardial infarction. -
Colchicine Prevents Post-pericardiotomy Syndrome
Post-pericardiotomy syndrome (PPS) is relatively common after cardiac surgery, and can result in life-threatening events, such as cardiac tamponade, increased length of stay, readmission to hospital, and significant patient discomfort. -
New Study Supports More Appropriate Blood Pressure Levels for Post-ACS Patients
The relationship between blood pressure and cardiovascular events remains controversial, especially in patients with coronary artery disease who may need increased pressures to have adequate myocardial perfusion. -
Pharmacology Watch - Full January 2011 Issue in PDF
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Another Warfarin Replacement on Horizon
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FDA Actions
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Non-adherence: A New Way to Measure
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Hospital Medicine Alert - Full January 2011 Issue in PDF
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QI Process Promotes Early Mobilization of ICU Patients
Using a quality improvement (QI) process, ICU delirium, physical rehabilitation, and functional mobility were significantly improved and associated with a decreased length of stay. -
Intravenous Peramivir for Seasonal Influenza
Outpatients with uncomplicated seasonal influenza were treated with single doses of IV peramivir 300 mg/kg, 600 mg/kg, or placebo. Peramivir significantly reduced the time to alleviation of symptoms at both doses compared with placebo. Peramivir was well-tolerated, and side effects were comparable to placebo.