Hematology
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Apixaban approved for treating DVT, pulmonary embolism and reducing risk of recurrence
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One in six SLE patients readmitted in 30 days
Key clinical point: One in six patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) was readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of discharge, and...
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Plan helped atrial fibrillation patients safely switch oral anticoagulants
Key clinical point: Following a prescribed transition plan when switching oral anticoagulants protected most AF patients from strokes and major...
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New ACOG opinions address gynecologic concerns in young cancer patients
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Oncology hospitalist field is small, but growing
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Telecare intervention lessens chronic joint pain
Key clinical finding: A hands-off telecare approach helps patients with chronic joint and other musculoskeletal pain manage it.Major finding:...
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Resuming aspirin for cardioprotection after GI bleed tied to 38% cut in CV risk
Key clinical point: What’s the risk/benefit balance in restarting low-dose aspirin for secondary cardioprevention following a lower GI bleed? New...
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Thrombolysis may offer benefit in stable pulmonary embolism
Key clinical point: Thrombolysis may be a therapeutic alternative to anticoagulation in some patients with stable, intermediate-risk pulmonary...
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VIDEO: Team approach is best for successful oncofertility clinic
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Statins don’t help, may harm in COPD, sepsis-associated ARDS
Key clinical point: Statins did not help, and possibly harmed, patients with moderate to severe COPD or sepsis-associated acute respiratory...
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UPDATED: FDA-released safety data on dabigatran vs. warfarin reassuring
Major finding: The risks of ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, and death associated with dabigatran treatment were lower than with warfarin...