There is no question that advances in surgical technique and anesthesia have contributed greatly to our modern medical system over the last half century. Patient outcomes have improved tremendously, along with reduction in physical and emotional stress associated with undergoing surgical procedures.
Calcium and vitamin D supplementation do not confer any statistically significant benefit compared to placebo in preventing cognitive decline in women aged 65 years and older.
There is mounting evidence for a risk for bacterial contamination of nasal saline irrigation devices (such as neti pots) that may have clinical relevance.
Seventy-two postmenopausal women were randomized to either a specific form of Panax ginseng or placebo daily for 12 weeks. The treatment group showed improvements in menopausal symptoms, lipid profiles, and carotid intima-media thickness.
CAP is a commonly encountered disease process in the emergency department. Early recognition and appropriate management can minimize morbidity and mortality. In addition, the early recognition of complications may facilitate timely intervention.
