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Intra-Arterial Treatment for Acute Ischemic Stroke

The primary objectives of treating acute ischemic stroke are to prevent death and limit functional disability. Similar to acute myocardial infarction (AMI), timely reperfusion using systemic thrombolysis has been shown to improve outcome of acute stroke, namely functional neurologic recovery, but not mortality. But unlike AMI, the role of intra-arterial or endovascular therapy in acute stroke has not been clearly established.

Leveraging Telemedicine During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Telemedicine platforms can be used to monitor symptoms remotely and reduce overcrowding in healthcare facilities.

Does low on-treatment diastolic blood pressure influence prognosis in systolic hypertension patients?

From the Hypertension and Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Unit, Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.

FDA Says Simvastatin & Ezetimibe Unlikely to Cause Cancer

The FDA concludes that the cholesterol-lowering drugs simvastatin (Zocor),ezetimibe (Zetia), and Vytorin (ezetimibe/simvastatin) are not likely to increase cancer risk.

How the Law Should Handle the Opioid Epidemic

While the opioid epidemic has had a devastating impact on American families, there is some hope that the future is bright.

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