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Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Reviewed
A review provides recommendations for diagnosing and treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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PROFESS: Combination Therapy Falls Short of Noninferiority vs Clopidogrel
Results of a secondary stroke prevention trial show that the combination of aspirin and extended-release dipyridamole do not meet prespecified noninferiority criteria vs clopidogrel.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Depressive Conditions Linked to Asthma Severity
In a study of patients with asthma, clinician- and patient-reported incidences of depression were linked with depression severity, but patients linked asthma control more with depressive symptoms.
Reuters Health Information, May 2008
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Guidelines Issued on Pertussis, Tetanus, Diphtheria Prevention in Pregnant Women and Newborns
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has issued guidelines on the prevention of pertussis, tetanus, and diphtheria in pregnant and postpartum women and their infants.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Costs of Heavy Drinking: Arterial Stiffness, Hypertension for Men, and Enlarged Hearts for Women
A study examining the link between heavy binge drinking, arterial stiffness, and cardiac structure and function has shown that the consumption of alcohol affects men and women differently.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Exercise Protects Against Premenopausal Breast Cancer
Exercise has been consistently associated with a decrease in the risk for postmenopausal breast cancer, but a new study shows that it also protects against premenopausal breast cancer.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Air Pollution Increases DVT Risk
A new study suggests that long-term exposure to particulate air pollution may be associated with altered coagulation function and increased risk for deep vein thrombosis.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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FDA Approvals: Amitiza, Strattera, NovoSeven RT
The FDA has approved a new indication for lubiprostone (Amitiza), an expanded indication for atomoxetine HCl (Strattera), and a new formulation of recombinant coagulation factor VIIa (NovoSeven RT).
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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POISE Published, Debate on Perioperative Beta Blockers Continues
Publication of the landmark POISE trial has triggered another heated debate about the pros and cons of using beta blockers perioperatively in noncardiac surgery.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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FDA Safety Changes: Cipro, Herceptin, Antimicrobial and Monolactam Antibiotics
The FDA has approved revisions to the safety labeling for ciprofloxacin, trastuzumab intravenous infusion, erythromycin, and aztreonam injection for intravenous use.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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FDA Reports Highlight Risks of Insulin and Analgesic Pump Use in Teens
A retrospective study suggests that adolescents are a special population deserving careful consideration of risk and benefit for use of device technology, but further studies are needed.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Hypertension and Hyperlipidemia Are Also Risk Factors for Retinal Vascular Disease
High blood pressure and high cholesterol levels are risk factors for both cardiovascular disease and retinal vein occlusion.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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New MESA Data Show Obesity Is Not Inevitable
A new look at the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis has found that 30% to 50% of blacks, whites, and Hispanics, but only 5% of Chinese Americans, are obese, showing that obesity is not inevitable.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Naproxen and Celecoxib Do Not Improve Cognitive Function in Elderly Patients
In the Alzheimer's Disease Anti-inflammatory Prevention Trial, use of naproxen or celecoxib did not improve cognitive function, and there was weak evidence for a detrimental effect of naproxen.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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ICDs in Children: Better Patient Selection Needed
Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators delivered more inappropriate shocks in children than they did in adults.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Neurodevelopmental Delays Associated With Iron-Fortified Formula for Healthy Infants
Excessively high iron levels in infants who consumed iron-fortified formula were associated with lower IQ.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Guidelines Discuss Use of Hydroxyurea in Treatment of Sickle Cell Disease
The National Institutes of Health have issued a conference consensus statement on the use of hydroxyurea in the treatment of sickle cell disease with an accompanying literature review.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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WAFACS Published: No CVD Benefit in Longest-Duration Folic-Acid/B-Vitamin Supplementation Study
A study on folic-acid and B-vitamin supplementation demonstrates homocysteine lowering as a useful marker in the prediction of cardiovascular disease but has no effect on cardiovascular outcomes.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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FDA Approvals: Advair, Relistor, Aplenzin
The FDA has approved an expanded indication for fluticasone propionate/salmeterol inhalation powder, methylnaltrexone bromide subcutaneous injection, and bupropion HBr extended-release tablets.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Long-Term Use of Ibuprofen Lowers Alzheimer's Disease Risk
Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, specifically ibuprofen, lowers the risk for Alzheimer's disease.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
