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- Assessment of the size of acute myocardial infarction I: biochemical methods
For routine purposes, measurement of slowly catabolized enzymes is the most practical way to determine infarct size.
- Deprenyl and Parkinson’s disease: new use for an old drug
Parkinson’s patients treated with deprenyl note modest but consistent clinical improvement.
- Stanley O. Hoerr, MD (1909–1990)
Dr. Stanley Hoerr left his colleagues and friends with a legacy of compassion, leadership, and integrity.
- Assessment of the size of acute myocardial infarction II: electrocardiography and imaging methods
The electrocardiogram gives a reasonable estimate of infarct size; among visual methods, magnetic resonance imaging has the greatest potential for accuracy.
- Myelodysplastic syndrome and transient acantholytic dermatosis
Darier’s type of transient acantholytic dermatosis developed in a patient with myelodysplasia and was treated with steroids and antihistamines.
- Stasis ulcer treatment with compression dressing
An easy-to-learn alternative to the Unna boot is effective and well accepted by patients, with minimal risk of complications.
- Patient and spouse acceptance and adaptation to implantable cardioverter defibrillators
Surveys revealed AICD patients and families share a mix of relief and apprehension.
- Diagnostic approach to androgen disorders in women: acne, hirsutism, and alopecia
A simple, cost-effective screening protocol can differentiate whether androgen excess is an ovarian or an adrenal problem.