May 1st 2024
An analysis of NHANES found aspirin's benefits in primary prevention may hinge on lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) levels, halving ASCVD mortality risk with Lp(a) ≥50 mg/dL.
Case Report: 62-year-old man with shortness of breath after taking antibiotic
January 15th 2020A 62-year-old male with history of coronary artery disease and prior coronary bypass surgery eight years ago presents to the emergency department after having two days of intermittent shortness of breath since starting cephalexin (Keflex) for a skin infection three days ago. He states the shortness of breath seems to get worse about an hour after taking cephalexin (Keflex). Can you diagnose this patient?
Vascepa for CVD Prevention Among Most Noteworthy Achievements of the Decade
January 6th 2020The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved an omega-3 fatty acid treatment as an add-on treatment to statin therapy to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in adults with elevated triglyceride levels.