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The Effect of Live Classical Piano Music on the Vital Signs of Patients Undergoing Ophthalmic Surgery
This study examined the effects of live piano music on the vital signs of patients about to undergo surgery. It found a statistically significant decrease in vital signs vs a control group.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, June 2008
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Study of the Impact of Oseltamivir on the Risk for Pneumonia and Other Outcomes of Influenza, 2000-2005
In this retrospective cohort study, patients prescribed oseltamivir within 1 day of influenza diagnosis had lower risk for influenza-related complications vs those not prescribed an antiviral.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, June 2008
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Circulating and Hepatic Fas Expression in HCV-Induced Chronic Liver Disease and Hepatocellular Carcinoma
The study reported the serum level and the hepatic expression of apoptosis-related molecules in cases of chronic hepatitis C and its sequelae of cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, June 2008
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Rapid Identification of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococci Bacteremia Among Intensive Care Unit Patients
Four rapid methods were evaluated directly from positive blood cultures in parallel for identification of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and MR-coagulase-negative staphylococci.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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Word Use and Semantics in Alternative Medicine: A Survey of Editors of Medical and Related Journals
This original article investigates the views, practices, and policies of medical journal editors on the use of words and phrases present in alternative medicine manuscripts submitted for publication.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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Why the NIH Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy (TACT) Should Be Abandoned
The $30 million, NIH Phase 3 Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy (TACT) exposes subjects to a risky method that is known to be ineffective. The TACT should be abandoned and its origins investigated.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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A Computerized Test Battery Sensitive to Mild and Severe Brain Injury
Computerized tests like CNS VS allow clinicians the advantage of precise neurocognitive measurement in the service of diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, April 2008
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Possible Role of Cyclooxygenase-2 in Schistosomal and Non-Schistosomal-Associated Bladder Cancer
COX-2 may be of significance to the development and proliferation of bladder transitional cell carcinoma, consistent with a potential role for COX-2 inhibitors in prevention and management.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, March 2008
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Personality as a Prognostic Factor for Specialty Choice: A Prospective Study of 4 Medical School Classes
A study of 479 medical graduates at Tulane University found differences in personality characteristics among specialty choices. The results are useful for recruiting, counseling, and self-reflection.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, February 2008
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Immunohistochemical Study of CD99 and EMA Expression in Ependymomas
This study evaluates the pattern of CD99 expression in ependymal neoplasms compared with other CNS tumors to determine the validity of using CD99 as a selective marker for ependymoma.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, February 2008
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Lifestyle Discussions During Doctor-Older Patient Interactions: The Role of Time in the Medical Encounter
The objective of this article is to document the length of time that PCPs discuss lifestyle issues with their older patients and to examine patient, physician, and contextual correlates.
Medscape General Medicine, December 2007
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Characteristics of Patients Prescribed Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors, Angiotensin Receptor Blockers, or the Combination at an Urban Medical Center
Our study reinforces the need of combination therapy for treating hypertension. This is in line with the literature on the need for at least 2 agents to achieve BP goal.
Medscape General Medicine, November 2007
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The Safety of Oseltamivir in Patients with Influenza: Analysis of Healthcare Claims Data from Six Influenza Seasons
This Original Article explores the influence of oseltamivir treatment on central nervous system (CNS)-related and neuropsychiatric events in adults, children, and adolescents with influenza.
Medscape General Medicine, October 2007
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What Are Adolescents Showing the World About Their Health Risk Behaviors on MySpace?
This article examines publicly available 16- and 17-year-olds' MySpace Web profiles and determines the prevalence of personal risk behavior descriptions and identifiable information.
Medscape General Medicine, October 2007
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An Internet-Based Symptom Questionnaire That Is Reliable, Valid, and Available to Psychiatrists, Neurologists, and Psychologists
The availability of this comprehensive computerized symptom checklist can help to make the day-to-day practice of psychiatry, neurology, and neuropsychology more objective.
Medscape General Medicine, October 2007
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Do Bartonella Infections Cause Agitation, Panic Disorder, and Treatment-Resistant Depression?
In this article, we discuss patients exhibiting new-onset agitation, panic attacks and treatment-resistant depression, all of which may be attributed to Bartonella.
Medscape General Medicine, September 2007
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The FDA Alert on Serotonin Syndrome With Combined Use of SSRIs or SNRIs and Triptans: An Analysis of the 29 Case Reports
This article summarizes 29 cases, rates their quality, and determines whether they fulfill the criteria for serotonin syndrome.
Medscape General Medicine, September 2007
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Expression of Cyclooxygenase-2 and Transforming Growth Factor-beta1 in HCV-Induced Chronic Liver Disease and Hepatocellular Carcinoma
These findings may suggest that TGF-beta1 plays a role in hepatic cell damage following HCV infection, thus stressing the usefulness of this cytokine as a prognostic marker for liver cell injury.
Medscape General Medicine, August 2007
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Enhancing COPD Management in Primary Care Settings
This Original Article examines primary care decision-making, perceptions, and educational needs relating to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Medscape General Medicine, July 2007
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Do Medical Journals Provide Clear and Consistent Guidelines on Authorship?
A discussion of instructions to authors from a sample of biomedical journals uncovers how much guidance they provide about authorship and whether their advice is consistent with one another.
Medscape General Medicine, July 2007
