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Hemoglobin A1c: It’s Not Just for Diabetics Anymore
The relative risk for each 1% increase in hemoglobin A1c was 1.3 for CHD, 1.2 for CVD, and 1.2 for all cause mortality. -
Risk of Community-Acquired Pneumonia and Use of Gastric Acid-Suppressive Drugs
Current use of gastric acid-suppressive therapy was associated with an increased risk of community-acquired pneumonia. -
Full November 2004 Issue in PDF
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Pharmacology Watch: The FDA and Merck Fielding Concerns About Vioxx
Merck announced on September 30th that it is voluntarily withdrawing rofecoxib (Vioxx) from the worldwide market. -
Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism in the Medical Patient: Fact vs. Fiction
Physicians increasingly are aware of the need to provide prophylaxis against venous thrombosis for the medically ill patient in the hospital environment. This article attempts to separate the fact from fiction regarding VTE prophylaxis. -
Full October 4, 2004, Issue in PDF
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Common Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders Encountered in Emergency Practice: Expeditious Evaluation and Definitive Management, Part II
Part II of this two-part series focuses on facial nerve palsies and oropharyngeal infections. The authors present a systematic approach to differential diagnosis and identification of etiologic agents responsible for such conditions as peritonsillar abscess, epiglottitis, and pharyngeal infections. Radiographic and bacteriologic findings are emphasized, and appropriate antibiotic therapy is presented. The authors have provided treatment tables that direct emergency practitioners toward outcome-effective therapy. -
The Facial Trauma Patient in the Emergency Department: Review of Diagnosis and Management, Part III
Parts I and II of this series discussed general facial wound repair, forehead and scalp trauma, eye trauma, nasal trauma, and midface fractures. This third and final part of the series covers mandible, mouth, ear, and pediatric trauma. -
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Full September 6, 2004, Issue in PDF