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ICH Risk With Concurrent Use of Antidepressants and NSAIDs

ICH Risk With Concurrent Use of Antidepressants and NSAIDs

While NSAIDs and antidepressants are individually associated with an increased risk of GI bleeding, this worrisome study indicates that combined use substantially increases the risk of ICH.......[Read More]
Maternal Dietary Fat Intake in Association With Autism

Maternal Dietary Fat Intake in Association With Autism

This study explored a possible association between maternal intake of dietary fatty acids, fetal brain development, and risk of autism spectrum disorder in offspring.......[Read More]
Fidaxomicin: A Novel Antibiotic for Clostridium difficile

Fidaxomicin: A Novel Antibiotic for Clostridium difficile

How does fidaxomicin compare to vancomycin for treatment of C. difficile?......[Read More]
Brief Report: Anal Cancer in the HIV-Positive Population

Brief Report: Anal Cancer in the HIV-Positive Population

Anal cancer is a serious problem in HIV+ MSM. However, in the past 10 years, incidence rates are on the decline.......[Read More]
Recent Developments in the Perioperative Management of CKD

Recent Developments in the Perioperative Management of CKD

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) management requires vigilant effort, especially during vulnerable perioperative periods. This article reviews perioperative medical problems associated with CKD.......[Read More]
Fruit and Vegetable Intake and Risk of Pancreatic Cancer

Fruit and Vegetable Intake and Risk of Pancreatic Cancer

Can increasing total intake of fruits and vegetables protect against pancreatic cancer?......[Read More]
Fabry Disease Presenting With Sudden Hearing Loss

Fabry Disease Presenting With Sudden Hearing Loss

Were this 26-year-old man's episodes of sudden, unilateral hearing loss associated with his Fabry disease?......[Read More]
Prediction of Dementia Using MRI

Prediction of Dementia Using MRI

Might the addition of brain MRI variables to a conventional risk model aid in predicting dementia?......[Read More]
Postanalytical Issues in HR Expression in Breast Cancer

Postanalytical Issues in HR Expression in Breast Cancer

This article focuses on postanalytical factors, such as staining assessment and thresholds, which have significant impact on pathologist interpretation of hormone receptor status in breast cancer.......[Read More]
Racial/Ethnic Disparities in ART Adherence in the US

Racial/Ethnic Disparities in ART Adherence in the US

Why are patients of some race/ethnic groups less adherent to antiretroviral therapy?......[Read More]
Diagnosis of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors

Diagnosis of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors

What is the role of epithelial-mesenchymal transition markers in the differential diagnosis and prognosis of gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors?......[Read More]
Oxygen Therapy in Anaesthesia

Oxygen Therapy in Anaesthesia

This article highlights new data in the relationship between oxygen therapy and clinical outcomes.......[Read More]
Reducing Ischaemia/Reperfusion-Induced Organ Injury

Reducing Ischaemia/Reperfusion-Induced Organ Injury

Ischemic conditioning strategies may reduce ischaemic/reperfusion injury.......[Read More]
Integrated Care Programs for Adults With Chronic Conditions

Integrated Care Programs for Adults With Chronic Conditions

This meta-analysis summarizes current research into the effectiveness of integrated care programs for patients with chronic diseases and multimorbidity. Can they improve outcomes and reduce costs?......[Read More]
Cushing Syndrome: Maybe Not So Uncommon of a Disease

Cushing Syndrome: Maybe Not So Uncommon of a Disease

Cushing's syndrome is challenging to diagnose, but it may be on the increase, and more common than previously thought, especially in specific populations.......[Read More]
VAP Prevention by Education and Two Combined Bedside Strategies

VAP Prevention by Education and Two Combined Bedside Strategies

How much can preventive tools cut VAP rates in ICU?......[Read More]
Adherence Pattern to a Daily Oral Pre-exposure Prophylaxis

Adherence Pattern to a Daily Oral Pre-exposure Prophylaxis

What factors are associated with good adherence to daily, oral HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis?......[Read More]
Iron Deficiency Key Determinant of HRQoL in HF

Iron Deficiency Key Determinant of HRQoL in HF

Take a closer look at what iron levels may indicate for patients with heart failure.......[Read More]
Cardiac Troponin Risk Stratification: Influence of GFR

Cardiac Troponin Risk Stratification: Influence of GFR

Cardiac troponin (cTn) assays were compared in 490 unselected patients with symptoms suggestive of acute coronary syndrome with varying renal functions for risk stratification.......[Read More]
Adherence of Heart Failure Patients to Exercise

Adherence of Heart Failure Patients to Exercise

In heart failure, physical training is highly recommended by the recent European Society of Cardiology guidelines, so why is exercise still underutilized in heart failure management?......[Read More]