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The value of high sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP) measurements in the management of patients at risk for cardiovascular (CV) events is controversial.
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Although a routine part of a complete medical history, the value of systematically collecting family history has not been shown in controlled trials.
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Timely recognition and treatment of myocardial infarction (MI) are crucial if we are to achieve optimal outcomes for our patients.
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Risk of Cancer in RA Patients Treated with Disease-Modifying Drugs; A Different Kind of Fish Story; Antidepressants and Auto Accidents
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There has long been an appreciation of the risk of cognitive decline associated with chemotherapy but questions remain about the magnitude and duration of the observed deficits. In this meta-analysis of studies that included neuropsychological assessments at a minimum of 6 months after completion of breast cancer chemotherapy, definite but small deficits were found for both verbal and visuospatial capabilities.
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Dementia and benzodiazepines; effectiveness of omega-3 fatty acid and Ginkgo biloba supplements; and FDA actions.
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Three common medications amitripty-line, duloxetine, and pregabalin all appear equally efficacious in treating neuropathic pain from diabetic neuropathy.
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In a prospectively followed cohort of obese, non-diabetic men and women from Sweden, individuals who underwent bariatric surgery had an 83% reduction in the risk of developing type 2 diabetes over 15 years of follow-up.
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A modified recombinant human granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) has been approved by the FDA.
