Coagulation Factor Concentrate Superior for Trauma-Induced Coagulopathy
Coagulation factor concentrates (CFC) are more effective than fresh frozen plasma (FFP) for reversing…
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Increased Myocardial Infarction Risk Associated with NSAID Use
The use of oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is associated with an increased risk…
Point-of-Care Hepatitis C Virus RNA Test Shows Good Accuracy
A point-of-care test that can detect active infection with hepatitis C virus (HCV) from…
Intracerebral Hemorrhage Outcome Doesn’t Differ by Anticoagulant
Mortality and functional outcomes in patients with anticoagulant-related intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) do not appear…
Less-Aggressive Approach to Non-ST Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes Advised
Holding off on coronary angiography for patients with non-ST-segment elevation acute coronary syndromes (NSTE-ACS)…
HEART Score Safe for ED Evaluation of Chest Pain
NEW YORK (Reuters Health)—Use of the HEART score for evaluating patients with chest pain…
Intervention During, after ED Visit May Reduce Suicide Attempts
A combination of brief interventions during and after an emergency department (ED) visit may…
Follow-up Finds Clot Removal Offers Better Stroke Outcomes
(Reuters Health) – Long-term follow-up of patients in a 2014 study confirms that acute…
Cluster of Unusual Amnestic Syndrome Cases Intrigues Boston Physicians
The Cases In November 2015, a neurologist in the Boston area reported four cases…
Stroke Hospitalizations on the Rise in Younger U.S. Adults
A growing number of younger U.S. adults are being hospitalized for stroke, and a…