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Although regular aspirin use reduces the risk for colorectal adenoma formation as shown in previous randomized-controlled trials, the protective effect now seems to be greatest at substantially higher doses (> 14 standard tablets/week) than currently recommended for cardiovascular prophylaxis.
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B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a biomarker released by cardiac ventricular myocytes. Its usefulness is mainly in the emergency room for the evaluation of acute dyspnea, to evaluate for cardiac failure. BNP may have usefulness as a screening test for preclinical heart disease, for risk stratification and for guidance with therapy.
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Exemestane after Tamoxifen Therapy in Breast Cancer; An Analysis of How Long Patients Remain on Various BP Therapies; Endothelial Dysfunction with Insulin Resistance and CWT in Hypertension
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A clinical prediction rule helps identify patients with knee pain who might benefit from orthopedic surgery.
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Diets low in red meat and fish and high in vegetables and low-fat dairy products are associated with a decrease in the incidence of gout.
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This meta-analysis reviewed trials of antioxidants for prevention of GI cancer.
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The FDA has approved a new lipid regulating agentthe ethyl esters of omega-3 fatty acids for the treatment of high triglyceride levels.
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Combining a fibrate with a statin increases the risk of rhabdomyolysis by more than 10 times the use of a statin alone.
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Melatonin improved subjective sleep quality in women with mild asthma.
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Isnt it amazing how people dont want something until they cannot have it.
