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Acute Phosphate Nephropathy
Can drinking lots of water and other cautions prevent acute phosphate nephropathy after receiving oral sodium phosphate treatments?
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Creating Empathy for Pain
"How to Cope With Pain" is a Web-based resource for those with chronic pain, their families and friends, and those who treat patients with chronic pain.
Article, November 24, 2009
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Common Myths About Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
In this installment of the series GI Common Concerns -- Computer Consult, David A. Johnson, MD, discusses some of the myths surrounding GERD and determines if they are supported or busted.
Slide/Lecture Presentation, November 24, 2009
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Genetic Diversity of the Pneumococcal Capsule: Implications for Molecular-Based Serotyping
Could a comprehensive immunology-based assay be promising for assessing Streptococcus pneumoniae?
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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When Consumers Get Their Genomes
Direct-to-consumer marketing of genomics services provides patients with new information about their DNA. Are you ready for their questions?
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology Kidney Cancer
Released in October 2009, the latest update to the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology(TM) Kidney Cancer is presented.
Practice Guideline, November 23, 2009
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Medication Treatment for Depressed Adolescents With Bipolar Disorder
In this video blog, Dr. Findling comments on a new study testing the efficacy of quetiapine and placebo for the treatment of depressive episodes in adolescents with bipolar disorder.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 23, 2009
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Does Intensity of Rate Control Influence Outcome in Persistent Atrial Fibrillation? Data of the RACE Study
Do these patients do better if their pulse is under 80 beats/min?
Journal Article, November 23, 2009
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Use of Antidepressants for Management of Hot Flashes
Which antidepressants should be considered first-line for treatment of hot flashes?
Journal Article, November 23, 2009
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids for the Treatment of Elevated Triglycerides
This review summarizes the results from clinical trials of omega-3 fatty acids for reducing cardiovascular morbidity and mortality and for treating hypertriglyceridemia.
Journal Article, November 23, 2009
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Magnetically Modulated Nanosystems: A Unique Drug-Delivery Platform
Do magnetic nanoparticles offer high potential for numerous biomedical applications?
Journal Article, November 23, 2009
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Three Major Trials Presented at ASN 2009
Jeffrey S. Berns, MD, reports from the floor of ASN Renal Week 2009 on 3 major trials, including an "outstandingly done study" on differing hemoglobin levels in patients with CKD and type 2 diabetes.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 20, 2009
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Computerized Alerts Can Influence Drug Prescribing
Computerized decision-support systems can reduce potentially inappropriate drug prescribing.
Journal Article, November 20, 2009
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Effects of Orlistat, Alone or Combined with Hypolipidemic Drugs, on Cardiovascular Risk Factors
Logically, weight loss with orlistat plus direct lipid lowering from other drugs should add up to enhanced cardiovascular protection. What does the evidence show?
Journal Article, November 20, 2009
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Sliding Scale Versus Tight Glycemic Control in the Noncritically Ill at a Community Hospital
Is sliding scale insulin as effective as tight glycemic control for achieving target range measurements in patients who are not critically ill?
Journal Article, November 20, 2009
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Helicobacter pylori: Diagnosis and Treatment
This article discusses the current diagnostic methods in H pylori treatment and their clinical implications, as well as established and novel treatment strategies.
Journal Article, November 19, 2009
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Management of Venous Thromboembolism and the Potential to Impact Overall Survival in Patients With Cancer
How can clinicians improve on the prevention and treatment of potentially fatal venous thromboembolism in the patient with cancer?
Journal Article, November 19, 2009
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The Legal Pitfalls in Prescribing Opioids
Should you worry when prescribing opioids that the drugs might end up on the street? How can you protect yourself? Review the legal nuts and bolts of opioid prescribing.
Article, November 18, 2009
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Genetic Predictors of Treatment-Induced Viral Clearance in Hepatitis C
Drs. Dermot McGovern and Gil Melmed comment on a study published in Nature on the ability of an IL-28B polymorphism to predict sustained viral response to hepatitis C treatment.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 18, 2009
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What Should Patients Do With Unused Narcotics?
Clinicians often tell patients to save their remaining narcotics for "next time." According to guidelines, this may not be the best advice.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 18, 2009
