Sat.Aug 03, 2024

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LAA Closure for Stroke Prevention in AF: Key Points

American College of Cardiology

The following are key points to remember from a state-of-the-art review on left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation (AF).

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Trying to answer two casual queries on RV dysfunction

Dr. S. Venkatesan MD

1. What is the response of RV to pressure overload ? A. Dilatation B. Hypertrophy C Both occur together D. Hypertrophy is the Initial response, followed by dilatation Answer : Since we believe RV’s behavior is generally opposite to that of LV , many would tick, dilatation as the first response. This may be correct when there is acute raise in RV after load, as in PE.

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Gastroenterology Month in Review: July 2024

HCPLive

The July 2024 gastroenterology month in review highlights FDA news, GI pipeline updates, and a new clinical practice update from the American Gastroenterological Assocation.

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Long-term risk of hospitalization and death in patients with mechanical prosthetic heart valves.

The American Journal of Cardiology

Publication date: Available online 2 August 2024 Source: The American Journal of Cardiology Author(s): Ilaria M. Palumbo, Danilo Menichelli, Flavio G.

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Jonathan Silverberg, MD, PhD: Treatment Modification Following New Recommendations for Eczema

HCPLive

This interview segment featured Silverberg discussing the AHEAD atopic dermatitis recommendations and their implications for clinicians and patients.

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Navigating our way through peripheral vascular intervention: Blind or bolstered?

The American Journal of Cardiology

Publication date: Available online 2 August 2024 Source: The American Journal of Cardiology Author(s): Henry Ford Health

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Postoperative Endophthalmitis Rates Notably Declined Over 20 Years

HCPLive

Postprocedure endophthalmitis substantially decreased between 2000 and 2002, with prompt vitrectomy used less frequently as first-line treatment.

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