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Almost 90% of persons with type 2 diabetes (DM2) are overweight. Weight loss in DM2 consistently results in meaningful favorable changes in lipids, glucose, and insulin resistance, so the clinical community embraces tools to enhance weight loss in this population.
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In this article, the ECG in the Figure was obtained from a 33-year old man who was admitted to the hospital with atypical chest pain.
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Limiting dietary sodium can reduce blood pressure and morbidity and mortality from cardiovascular disease.
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In a systematic review and meta-analysis of worldwide data on the placement of ureteral stents after ureteroscopy in patients with kidney stones, the authors found higher morbidity with lower urinary tract problems ...
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This study documents the safety and efficacy of oral polyethylene glycol for the long-term treatment of chronic constipation.
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GlaxoSmithKline's rosiglitazone (Avandia) will receive a black box warning by the FDA because of concerns over heart failure associated with use of the drug.
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Orthopedic injuries are frequently encountered in the emergency department. It is important to recognize and correctly treat these injuries to minimize any damage and optimize outcome.
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The new guidelines recommend antibiotic prophylaxis of infective endocarditis in a much more restricted group of patients than did previous guidelines.
