Risk of CV Events Up After Shingles Diagnosis in Seniors
Chance of stroke, myocardial infarction increased most in the first week after diagnosis
Industry Outpacing NIH in Funding Research
Analysis finds studies paid for by private sector increasing, while U.S.-sponsored trials decline
Interaction Described Between Acenocoumarol, Levofloxacin
Probable interaction described in five patients, all of whom had atrial fibrillation
New Model of Inpatient Care Can Improve Outcomes
Model aims to up interprofessional collaboration, data-driven decisions, provide leadership
Central Venous Pressure-Guided Hydration Beneficial in CKD, CHF
Reduced risk of contrast-induced nephropathy with no increase in acute heart failure
Seven Behaviors Suggested to Improve ‘Art of Medicine’
Seven behaviors promote more consistent practice of interpersonal aspects of medicine
Nutraceuticals Alone or With Ezetimibe Aid in Dyslipidemia
Improvement in lipid profile for nutraceuticals alone or in combo for statin-intolerant patients
Nitrates in Heart Failure May Harm More Than Help
Nitrates reduce activity, quality of life, researchers find
SABCS: β-Blockers, ACEIs May Protect Heart During Chemo
May also lower risk of complications that can interrupt breast cancer treatment
Guidelines Formulated for Arterial Conduits in CABG
Use of arterial grafts should be part of the heart team discussion for determining optimal surgical approach
