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Prophylactic Revascularization Before Vascular Surgery
In this randomized pilot study, preoperative coronary revascularization in high-risk patients was not associated with an improved outcome. -
Are Statin-Induced Myopathic Symptoms Helped by CoQ10?
Statin-treated patients who developed symptoms of myopathy should be treated with at least 100 mg daily of coenzyme Q10 for a minimum of 30 days (assuming CPK values and/or other liver function tests are not abnormal) before discontinuing statin therapy. -
Major Hemorrhage on Warfarin in Elderly Patients
Stroke prevention among elderly patients with atrial fibrillation remains a challenging and pressing health concern. -
Full August 1, 2007 Issue in PDF
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The Efficient Diagnosis of Tuberculosis
In patients with suspected pulmonary tuberculosis who are unable to expectorate sputum, culture of 3 induced sputum samples, all collected on the same day, is an effective and efficient means of diagnosis. -
Traumatic Injuries of the Hand and Wrist. Part I
Have you ever missed a hand or wrist injury? One that comes back to you as a call from the orthopedist office on how incompetent those ER docs are? -
Full August 6, 2007 Issue in PDF
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Critical Rashes to Identify in the Emergency Department
Rashes are common in the emergency department and may be a challenge diagnostically. The authors review rashes that the clinician cannot afford to miss. -
Full August 1, 2007 Issue in PDF
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Orthopedic Pearls and Pitfalls
Orthopedic injuries are frequently encountered in the emergency department. It is important to recognize and correctly treat these injuries to minimize any damage and optimize outcome.