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Scurvy: An Unusual Cause of Anemia
Nutritional deficiencies are a common cause of anemia. We describe a case of a schizophrenic patient with a rapidly declining hematocrit.
Oral Aloe Vera for Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus and Dyslipidemia
Is oral aloe vera effective for these complex medical conditions?
Recent Advances in the Molecular Genetics of Epilepsy
Genetic testing in the epilepsies is not yet widely practiced, but new screening technologies such as massively parallel sequencing promise to significantly expand its clinical utility.
Profiling of Special Histological Types of Breast Carcinomas
This study compared the accuracy of immunohistochemistry with molecular profiling in subtyping special types of breast carcinomas.
Masked Uncontrolled Hypertension in Patients Treated for HTN
How "MUCH" masked uncontrolled hypertension occurs in patients who are treated for hypertension?
Cultural Competency Through a Pharmacy Skills Course Series
Are students equipped to provide cross-cultural care?
Previous Lung Diseases and Lung Cancer Risk
Does a history of previous lung disease such as chronic bronchitis, emphysema, pneumonia, and TB increase lung cancer risk, independent of tobacco exposure?
Damage Control Surgery and Damage Control Resuscitation
This article assesses the evidence behind the application of damage control surgery and damage control resuscitation.
2013 ESC Guidelines on Management of Stable CAD
New guidelines should be applied to patients with stable known or suspected coronary artery disease.
Detection of a Gossypiboma
Be like a sponge when patients provide surgical histories. Their stories may provide clues about hidden items -- from past surgeries.
Consent to Autopsy: Are NHS Trusts Falling Short?
It is well documented that the autopsy has been in decline for decades -- but the reasons are unclear. Do inadequate consent practices play a significant role?
Protein Sources in Early Adulthood and Breast Cancer
Is consumption of red meat in women during early adulthood associated with a higher risk of breast cancer?
Comparison of the Bedside CVC Placement Techniques
This study compared the accuracy of CVC tip localization between ECG- and landmark-guided catheterization.
Optimized Method for CVC Placement Under ECG Guidance
Do ECGs provide accurate guidance when placing a central venous catheter?
Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines Across the Atlantic
This international guidelines comparison fills in the gaps for atrial fibrillation management.
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
Timely diagnosis and treatment of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is critical in this often-fatal disease, but guidelines are lacking. How should diagnosis be approached?
Cognitive Impairment: Increasingly Important Complication, Type 2 Diabetes
Will those patients who are under-diagnosed or undiagnosed with diabetes have a lower cognitive performance?
Creating Safe Health Care for Women Who Have Sex With Women
What signals are you sending to gay and lesbian patients, and how can you create an emotionally safe clinic culture?
Boot Camp Translation
The article describes a process -- Boot Camp Translation -- developed to translate evidence-based guidelines into a common language accessible and understandable to patients. Is it effective?