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These guidelines were last updated for adults in 2002 and for adolescents in 2004. The document (available in pdf format through the link above) is a 209-page file containing 1,391 references which update current recommendations for the prophylaxis and treatment of HIV-related OIs.
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In vitro treatment of clinical isolates and isogenic strains of E. coli O157:H7 with ciprofloxacin increased the production of Stx2 (as measured by ELISA) via phage induction but did not increase the production of Stx1.
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A new transdermal formulation of oxybutynin has been approved for the treatment of overactive bladder. Oxybutynin gel is marketed by Watson Pharmaceuticals as Gelniqueä.
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Compared with invasive coronary angiography, coronary computed tomographic angiography demonstrated high diagnostic accuracy for detection of obstructive coronary stenosis and a 99% negative predictive value.
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Oral antibiotics were not found to be inferior to intravenous antibiotics in the treatment of clinically diagnosed acute diverticulitis.
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Use of statins as primary prevention in healthy people with elevated high-sensitivity C-reactive protein without hyperlipidemia may reduce the incidence of major cardiovascular events.
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Most type 2 diabetics (DM2) who undergo bariatric surgery enjoy a prompt reversal or at least a substantial diminution of their dysglycemia.
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Regardless of proportions of fat, protein, and carbohydrate, all diets with lowered caloric intake modestly reduced weight.
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A severe ankle sprain (ANK-S) might seem like a minor injury, but clinicians may be underestimating the burden of consequence.
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The joint cardiovascular practice guidelines of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) are largely based on expert opinion, case studies, or "standard of care," rather than on scientific evidence.