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Efficacy, not tolerability, of bowel prep is primary
Key clinical point: Efficacy, not tolerability, of bowel preparation is the primary concern before colonoscopy. Major finding: Up to 20%-25% of...
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Should LCZ696 receive a level I indication?
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Pediatric IBD rose by more than 40% in 15 years
Key clinical point: Although the steepest rise in inflammatory bowel disease occurred in children diagnosed before age 10 years, children...
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ESC issues cascade of new cardiology practice guidelines
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AHA/ACC: No to universal ECG screen in healthy young people
Key clinical point: Don’t use 12-lead ECG to screen healthy young people for cardiovascular abnormalities. Major finding: Insufficient information...
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NHLBI expert panel issues guideline on sickle cell disease
Major finding: The two most widely available disease-modifying therapies for SCD, hydroxyurea and long-term transfusions, are underused, in large...
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USPSTF recommends low-dose aspirin for preeclampsia prevention
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USPSTF: Offer behavioral counseling to prevent cardiovascular disease
Key clinical point: Refer overweight or obese patients at risk of cardiovascular disease for intensive behavioral counseling. Major Finding:...
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AHA wants e-cigarettes regulated but notes they help some smokers quit
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Autoantibody profile may affect the number and size of RA bone erosions
Key clinical point: RF may enhance the loss of bone in patients who are positive for ACPAs.Major finding: There was a prevalence of around 5.35...