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Echocardiographic Contrast Agents: Safe and Efficacious
This commentary discusses the safety of ultrasonic contrast agents and the authors urges their use in echocardiography.
Journal Article, November 13, 2009
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American Heart Association (AHA) 2009 Scientific Sessions
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from the meeting.
Conference Coverage, November 13, 2009
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Do Blood Transfusions Affect the INR?
Whether or not the international normalized ratio (INR) will be "preserved" depends on the type of blood transfusion given.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 13, 2009
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Comparative Trends in Guidelines Adherence Among Patients With NonST-Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes Treated with Invasive Versus Conservative Management Strategies
Are these patients still more likely to be treated by the book when treatment involves revascularization?
Journal Article, November 13, 2009
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Adult Stature and Diabetes Complications in Patients With Type 1 Diabetes: The FinnDiane Study and the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial
What is the correlation between height and the development of microvascular complications in patients with Type 1 diabetes?
Journal Article, November 13, 2009
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Pseudo Cardiac Tamponade in the Setting of Excess Pericardial Fat
After myocardial infarction, pseudo cardiac tamponade is possible in the setting of excess pericardial fat.
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
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Effects of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor Therapy on Clinical Outcome in Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Can this study settle the controversy over whether preoperative use of ACE inhibitors is safe for patients undergoing CABG?
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
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Failure of Ancrod and Desmoteplase in Acute Ischemic Stroke
In this video blog, Dr. Mark Alberts discusses the results of 2 studies showing the failure of Ancrod and desmoteplase therapy for acute ischemic stroke.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 11, 2009
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Is Red Yeast Rice Effective in Lowering Lipid Levels?
A recent study in the Annals of Internal Medicine has prompted clinicians to seek more information about this controversial supplement.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 11, 2009
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Racial Difference in Acylation Stimulating Protein (ASP) Correlates to Triglyceride in Non-Obese and Obese African American and Caucasian Women
This study helps explain why obese African American women have fewer metabolic complications when compared to their Caucasian counterparts.
Journal Article, November 11, 2009
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igh-Intensity Interval Training May Reduce In-Stent Restenosis Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention with Stent Implantation
Exercise, in the form of high-intensity interval training, has proven preventive benefits for patients with coronary artery disease -- but do those benefits extend to stent restenosis?
Journal Article, November 11, 2009
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In Taking the Garbage Out, the More HDL the Better, but the Truck Should Function
In a lively discussion, Howard Weintraub, MD, describes the interesting facets of HDL to Henry Black, MD.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 10, 2009
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HR 3962: A Path to Progress or Paucity?
HR 3962 has pros and cons for doctors and the public. Here's how it could affect primary care and the practice of medicine.
Article, November 10, 2009
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How to Misuse Echo Contrast
A left atrial mass? Yes, according to contrast transthoracic echocardiography, but not according to transoesophageal echocardiography.
Journal Article, November 10, 2009
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CT-Guided Tube Pericardiostomy: A Safe and Effective Technique in the Management of Postsurgical Pericardial Effusion
Is CT-guided tube pericardiostomy a cost-effective alternative to surgical drainage in patients with clinically significant pericardial effusion after cardiothoracic surgery?
Journal Article, November 10, 2009
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A Meta-Analysis of Remote Monitoring of Heart Failure Patients
Can electronic monitoring devices serve as an early warning system for heart failure exacerbations, and thereby help reduce hospitalizations?
Journal Article, November 10, 2009
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Doctors and Social Media: Benefits and Dangers
Doctors use Facebook as well as physician community sites for clinical information and medical opinions. There are benefits and dangers to watch for.
Article, November 9, 2009
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Lipids for Dummies -- Howard Weintraub, MD Offers Solid Advice for Lowering LDL-C
Howard Weintraub, MD, offers Henry Black, MD, and our audience guidance on how to treat patients who need to lower their LDL.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 6, 2009
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The Cause of the Pause
What does this tracing show? You have 4 choices.
Clinical Case, November 6, 2009
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Predicting Clinically Unrecognized Coronary Artery Disease: Use of Two-Dimensional Echocardiography
Is two-dimensional echocardiography useful in predicting clinically unrecognized coronary artery disease? This article provides an answer.
Journal Article, November 5, 2009
