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October 31, 2017 (HealthDay News)

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Ultrasonography Not Necessary for Evaluation of Hypothyroidism

Imaging studies, including thyroid ultrasonography, are not required for the evaluation of hypothyroidism, and their risks include treatment of incidentally discovered nodules, patient and physician anxiety, and significant cost, according to a clinical review article published online in JAMA Internal Medicine.

October 27, 2017 (HealthDay News)

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Incretin Tied to Better Outcomes in NOCS-Diabetes

Incretin treatment appears to improve non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes and non-obstructive coronary artery stenosis (NOCS), according to a study published online in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism.

September 15, 2017 (Medical News Today)

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Treating PCOS with a combination of oral contraceptives and spironolactone does not increase the risk of diabetes or heart disease

In women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most effective treatment is a combination of the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) with an anti-androgen, which does not increase the risk of metabolic or cardiovascular complications, according to a study published in the European Journal of Endocrinology.

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What time frame should co-administration of phosphodiesterase inhibitors (sildenafil) and alpha-blockers (prazosin) be avoided due to the risk of hypotension?

A) 1 hour

B) 4 hours

C) 12 hours

D) 24 hours

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