Cardiology
RSSArticles
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Long QT Genes in SIDS
Sudden arrhythmic death associated with genetically determined long QT syndrome is a significant cause of SIDS. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement
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The Alcohol Paradox
Moderate alcohol consumption is associated with a decreased risk for MI and heart failure. -
Elevated Pulmonary Artery Pressures in CAD
Elevated echo-Doppler estimates of pulmonary artery pressure predict heart failure and death in CAD patients. -
BiV Pacing in Class IV Heart Failure
Cardiac resychronization therapy reduces morbidity and mortality in class IV heart failure patients. -
Statins and Cancer
In older patients started on statins there was no significant increase in cancer. -
Risk of Statins
Despite well-proven effectiveness, statin therapy is underutilized. This may be due to perceived risks by physicians and patients. -
Full March 1, 2007 Issue in PDF
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Colonoscopic Withdrawal Times and Adenoma Detection during Screening Colonoscopy
In the setting of screening colonoscopy, longer durations of observation during withdrawal of the colonoscope were associated with higher detection rates for neoplasia. -
Payers for Performance, Beware!
With the exception of prescription of ACE inhibitors or blockers, performance measures for heart failure do not predict mortality or rehospitalization in the first 60 to 90 days after discharge.