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Do selective cyclo-oxygenase-2 inhibitors and traditional non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increase the risk of atherothrombosis? Meta-analysis of randomized trials. |
Kearney PM, Baigent C, Godwin J, Halls H, Emberson JR, Patrono C |
COX-2 Inhibitors, Traditional NSAIDs, Cardiovascular Risk, and Other Concerns Background: Both traditional nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and selective cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibi... |
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Validation of a rule for termination of resuscitation in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. |
Morrison LJ, Visentin LM, Kiss A, Theriault R, Eby D, Vermeulen M, Sherbino J, Verbeek PR; TOR Investigators |
Validated Rule for Termination of Basic Life Support Resuscitation Background: Advanced cardiac life support providers use clinical rules to stop resuscitation in most emergency medical service (EMS)... |
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Compounded drugs. Are customized prescription drugs a salvation, snake oil, or both? |
Coyne PJ, Hansen LA, Watson AC |
Compounded Medications Background: Compounded medications are increasingly used in palliative care. Healthcare providers must understand the mechanisms and risks. Design and Participants: This is a ... |
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Improvement of postherpetic neuralgia after treatment with intravenous acyclovir followed by oral valacyclovir. |
Quan D, Hammack BN, Kittleson J, Gilden DH |
Treatment of Post-Herpetic Neuralgia Background: Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a common condition affecting more than 40% of those over 70 who are diagnosed with herpes zoster. The cause of PHN is... |
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