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Conservatism spreads in prostate cancer
And the tally of U.S. measles cases in 2019 exceeds 100.
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Intensive insulin added no benefit for hyperglycemia after ischemic stroke
Results from a large RCT showed intensive and standard insulin regimens produced similar clinical outcomes after an acute ischemic stroke.
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Medical advice prompts unneeded emergency visits by AF patients
BOSTON – Unnecessary ED visits by asymptomatic atrial fibrillation patients are often linked with prior medical advice received.
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Stryker issues voluntary field action for Lifepak 15 defibrillators
The field action includes 13,003 devices.
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Aspirin for primary cardiovascular prevention, RIP
SNOWMASS, COLO. – “Is aspirin safe and effective for primary prevention? The short answer here is no.” –Dr. Patrick T. O’Gara
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FDA: Nitrosamine-contaminated ARBs marketed for 4 years
From the Journals
Meta-analysis supports aspirin to reduce cardiovascular events
A review of randomized trials shows benefits for preventing cardiovascular disease, but at cost of increased bleeding risk.
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ATTRACT trial shouldn’t detract from pharmacomechanical thrombolysis
CHICAGO –
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Deep sleep decreases, Alzheimer’s increases
There is reassuring data on pregnancy outcomes for women with atopic dermatitis.
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Torrent Pharmaceuticals expands losartan recall
Ten more lots recalled.