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- Dyspnea, arthralgias, and muscle weakness
A computed tomographic scan shows ground-glass opacities in the lower lobes of both lungs. What is the most likely cause of this patient’s symptoms and radiographic findings?
- Given the ENHANCE trial results, ezetimibe is still unproven
We should beware of explaining away results that do not match our expectations.
- From the Children’s Oncology Group
Children who undergo radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or surgery for cancer face a risk of complications later in life, including pulmonary fibrosis and pneumonitis. They need systematic, lifelong surveillance.
- Generalized pruritus after a beach vacation
A 25-year-old man presents with a 2-month history of generalized itching that began 5 weeks after a trip to Brazil, during which he had sexual relations without protection. What is the most likely diagnosis?
- VTE prevention in major orthopedic surgery (Supplement 3 to Volume 75, April 2008)
Venous thromboembolism prevention in major orthopedic surgery.
- Bacterial conjunctivitis: A review for internists
It is critical to differentiate bacterial conjunctivitis from other types of conjunctivitis and more serious vision-threatening conditions so that patients can be appropriately treated and, if necessary, referred to an ophthalmologist.
- Perioperative beta-blockers in noncardiac surgery: Evolution of the evidence
The pendulum of opinion is swinging away from routinely recommending beta-blockers to prevent cardiac events in surgical patients. We will probably be using them more selectively than in the past.