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ACC coverage: Coronary CT works for chest pain triage

CHICAGO—Coronary CT angiography effectively identified chest pain patients who could be safely sent home from the emergency department, according to a study presented at the American College of Cardiology's annual meeting.

ACC coverage: Small hospitals matched PCI outcomes at surgical facilities

CHICAGO—Hospitals that don't offer cardiac surgery had noninferior outcomes with percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) compared to surgical hospitals, according to a trial presented at the annual meeting of the American College of Cardiology.

Antipsychotics associated with MI in older patients with treated dementia

Antipsychotics are associated with a modestly increased risk for myocardial infarction (MI) in older patients also taking cholinesterase inhibitors for dementia, according to a new study.

Stool transplantation via colonoscopy effectively treats C. diff

Fecal transplantation via colonoscopy is effective for treating recurrent Clostridium difficile, including the virulent 027 strain, a new study found.

FDA revises recommendations for citalopram

The FDA has revised recommendations for the antidepressant citalopram (Celexa) to address doses in older patients and to urge caution in patients with certain heart conditions.

Bupivacaine, propofol could be easily confused, safety group warns

A medication safety coalition last week warned that local anesthetic bupivacaine (Exparel) looks similar to propofol, and its accidental use could cause serious adverse events and death.

Reach exhibiting employers at Internal Medicine 2012 even if you're unable to attend

Looking for a job? Reach potential employers at Internal Medicine 2012, April 19-21, even if you are unable to attend the meeting.

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