Delayed Esophageal Perforation Following Lightning Strike
This patient apparently survived a lightening strike with only a broken arm. So what caused his esophageal rupture several days later?
Antihypertensive Treatment and Risk of Atrial Fibrillation
Find out which antihypertensive agents may reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation.
Erythema Multiforme Associated with Candesartan Cilexetil
Candesartan cilexetil (Atacand; AstraZeneca LP, Wilmington, DE) is a selective angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist indicated in the treatment of hypertension.
Effect of Bolus Treatment on Cerebral Oxygenation
Do different vasopressor agents effect cerebral oxygenation in anesthetized patients?
Vortioxetine for Treatment of Generalised Anxiety Disorder
Is the newly approved novel antidepressant vortioxetine useful in the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder?
How Tattoos Correlate With Early Mortality
Do persons with tattoos die earlier than those without? This study investigated the association between tattoos and fatal outcomes, with surprising results.
Syphilis on the Rise: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Find out more about identifying and treating patients who are at high risk for syphilis infection.
Gynecological Issues Identified By Pathology Review
In this practical review, the author describes the most common issues and potential pitfalls in the pathology review of gynecological cancer specimens.
Occupational Acute Anaphylactic Reaction
Learn more about the organic compounds present in perfumes that have been documented to cause or exacerbate asthma.
Hysterectomy and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Having a hysterectomy and/or oophrectomy could have detrimental effects on cardiovascular risk. Find out why.
Longitudinal Patterns of Health Insurance Coverage Among a National Sample
Children in child welfare or protective services require stable health insurance coverage given their vulnerability to physical and mental health needs. What's their insurance coverage like over time?
Marfan Sartan: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial
What's the benefit of adding Losartan to baseline therapy in patients with Marfan syndrome?
Sexual Risk Trajectories Among MSM: Implications for PrEP
Screening for the sociodemographic and behavioral factors may facilitate targeted PrEP delivery during high-risk periods among MSM.
Malaria PCR Detection of Parasite Reservoir in the Field
With this new diagnostic tool, molecular testing and subsequent treatment is logistically achievable in field settings.
White Rice Consumption and Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Does a diet high in white rice contribute to development of type 2 diabetes? This meta-analysis looks at the evidence.
Pharmacy Residents' Pursuit of Academic Positions
How interested are new pharmacy residents in pursuing academic careers? What factors might influence their decision?
CMV-Associated Splenic Infarcts in an Immune-Competent
While cytomegalovirus-associated thrombosis has been reported in immune-compromised patients, this unusual case presented in an immune-competent man.
Success With a Home BP Monitoring Program in Colorado
This article reports on the success of a quality improvement initiative aimed to help primary care practices encourage use of home BP monitoring.
Choline Intake During Pregnancy and Child Cognition at Age 7
Does increased maternal intake of choline and other methyl donor nutrients during the first and second trimester improve child visual memory and cognition?
Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus: Diagnosis and Management
Vulvar lichen sclerosus most commonly affects postmenopausal women, but modern treatments can be highly effectively -- once it's diagnosed.