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PF4/Heparin Antibodies Predict Mortality in HIT
Findings among patients with thrombocytopenia
Breast Implants Linked to Chronic Pulmonary Silicone Embolism
Case report describes chronic pulmonary silicone embolism related to saline implants
Polyhydramnios With Normal U/S Linked to Adverse Outcomes
Higher rate of fetal malformation, genetic syndromes, neurologic disorders, developmental delay
Patient, Doctor Panels Develop Similar RA Recommendations
Panel composed of patients with RA develops same recommendations for 13 of 16 questions
Reduction in Proximal, Distal Leg Muscle Strength in T2DM
Proximal but not distal reduction seen in muscle volume in patients with type 2 diabetes
Attending Physician Workload Linked to Teaching Effectiveness
Number of daily admissions linked to teaching scores and patient safety indicators
Dosing Errors Occur Frequently in Patients With Renal Failure
Primary factor for nonadherence to renal dosing is characteristics of medical institution
Excessive Hair Growth Documented After IFN-β Tx
Patient received localized IFN-β treatment after resection of malignant melanoma on right thigh
USPSTF Recommends Biennial Screening Mammography
Biennial mammography endorsed for those aged 50 to 74 years; earlier screening is individual decision
Cardiomyopathy Etiology Impacts Catheter Ablation Outcomes
Patients with idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy have long-term atrial fibrillation control
