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In the absence of definitive systematic reviews, and in the presence of evidence for continued widespread administration of low-dose dopamine infusions to critically ill patients for the purpose of preventing renal failure, Friedrich and colleagues performed an exhaustive review of the literature on this subject.
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Stopping Aspirin Before Surgery; The Sponge Returns; Preventing Metabolic Syndrome; FDA Actions
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Esomeprazole 20 mg and 40 mg daily improve upper GI symptoms occurring during NSAID therapy, including selective COX-2 inhibitors.
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Increased intake of folate in any form is associated with a reduced risk of developing hypertension for women.
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The first of a new class of antidiabetic drugs has been approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
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This study emphasizes the need for increased awareness and monitoring for the potential development of excessive suppression of bone turnover during long-term alendronate therapy.
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Because many of the clinical consequences of hemochromatosis are able to be reversed, or at least halted by appropriate treatment (phlebotomy), it is important to heighten clinician awareness of the disorder.
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The lead II rhythm strip shown in the Figure was obtained from an older man with ischemic cardiomyopathy. This asymptomatic 10-beat run of anomalous complexes was felt to be too irregular for VT (ventricular tachycardia). Do you agree?
