New Guidelines Issued for Use of Catheter-Directed Intrathrombus Thrombolysis
The Society of Interventional Radiology's position statement recognized a lack of evidence but suggested that CDT may benefit those who are otherwise healthy and at low risk of bleeding. (CME)
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Hyponatremia in Early Phase of STEMI May Predict Long-Term Mortality
Hyponatremia in the early phase of ST-elevation myocardial infarction predicted long-term mortality and admission for heart failure after hospital discharge, independent of other predictors. (CME)
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Charles Vega,Gary Vogin,Laurie Barclay
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Charles Vega,Gary Vogin,Laurie Barclay
International Orphan Drug Approvals: 1D09C3 and Nexavar
The EU has approved orphan drug status for a human monoclonal antibody against human leukocyte antigen-DR (1D09C3) and for sorafenib tosylate tablets (Nexavar).
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Yael Waknine
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Yael Waknine
Elevated Plasma Glucose, Diabetes, Obesity May Increase Risk for BPH
In a cross-sectional analysis, elevated plasma glucose, diabetes, and obesity were all risk factors for benign prostatic hyperplasia. (CME)
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Hien Nghiem,Gary Vogin,Laurie Barclay
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Hien Nghiem,Gary Vogin,Laurie Barclay
FDA Approvals: Vivitrol
The FDA has approved naltrexone extended-release injectable suspension (Vivitrol). (CME,CE)
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Delayed Cord Clamping at Birth May Reduce Neonatal Anemia
A randomized trial suggested that delayed clamping safely increases neonatal iron storage and neonatal mean venous hematocrit within a physiologic range. (CME)
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Penny Murata
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Penny Murata
Steroids May Not Be Helpful for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
A randomized study showed that steroids did not improve outcomes, and if started after 2 weeks, they may increase mortality of ARDS. (CME)
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Charles Vega,Gary Vogin,Laurie Barclay
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Charles Vega,Gary Vogin,Laurie Barclay
Oral Ondansetron Appears Beneficial for Emergent Pediatric Gastroenteritis
A randomized study suggested that orally disintegrating ondansetron may be beneficial for the treatment of pediatric patients with gastroenteritis in the emergency department. (CME)
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FDA Safety Changes: Naprosyn-Anaprox and Other Prescription NSAIDs
The FDA has approved revisions to the safety labeling for prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, including naproxen sodium tablets, suspension, and delayed-release tablets. (CME,CE)
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Gary Vogin,Yael Waknine
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Gary Vogin,Yael Waknine
High Glycemic Index Diet May Increase Risk of Developing AMD
According to the editorialists, the effect may result from other constituents common to that pattern of diet. (CME)
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