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Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion vs Warfarin for Nonvalvular AF
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major source of morbidity in patients and cost to the health care community. In the presence of risk factors for thromboembolism, AF is associated with an increased risk of stroke, and this risk is reduced with warfarin. However, warfarin has limitations, including the risk of bleeding and the need for regular blood tests. The -
Pharmacology Watch: New Study on Chelation Therapy Proves Controversial
Chelation therapy for cardiovascular disease; statins and kidney injuries; chlorthalidone for hypertension; and FDA actions. -
Hospital Medicine Alert - Full May 1, 2013 Issue in PDF
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Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae an Increasing Threat in the United States
The frequency of isolation of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae is increasing in the U.S., with the highest prevalence in the northeastern region. -
Stroke Alert: A Review of Current Clinical Stroke Literature
Mediterranean diet can reduce risk for stroke -
Tight vs Loose Rate Control in Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
The Rate Control Efficacy in Permanent Atrial Fibrillation (RACE II) trial compared strict rate control vs lenient rate control in patients with permanent atrial fibrillation. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement
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Lowering Blood Pressure but Raising the Risk of Hip Fracture
The risk of hip fracture goes up for about 6 weeks immediately after older people start taking antihypertensives. -
Emergency Medicine Reports February 24, 2013 Issue in PDF
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Emergency Medicine Reports - Full February 24, 2013 Issue in Streaming Audio/Downloadable MP3 Format