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High-Sensitivity Troponin Testing: The End of Unnecessary Chest Pain Admissions?
High-Sensitivity Troponin Testing: The End of Unnecessary Chest Pain Admissions? Introduction The introduction of high-sensitivity cardiac troponin (hs-cTn) assays has fundamentally transformed the evaluation and management of patients presenting with chest pain in the emergency department (ED). Troponin testing has long been a cornerstone of acute
The Truth About Statin Intolerance Symptoms: Myth or Reality?
The Truth About Statin Intolerance Symptoms Myth or Reality Introduction Statin intolerance represents a major clinical challenge in lipid management and cardiovascular disease prevention. Reported symptoms range from muscle pain and weakness to fatigue and gastrointestinal disturbances, affecting between 5 and 30 percent of patients prescribed
The Spectrum of AI Influence- Comparative Impact Across Medical Specialties
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The Surprising Link Between Psoriasis and Heart Disease: What Patients Need to Know
The Surprising Link Between Psoriasis and Heart Disease: What Patients Need to Know Introduction Psoriasis and cardiovascular disease are closely connected in ways that extend well beyond coincidental comorbidity. Psoriasis affects approximately 2 to 3 percent of the U.S. population, and individuals with this chronic inflammatory
Cardiac Amyloidosis: The Missing Diagnosis in Preserved Heart Failure Cases
Hidden Link: How AFib Directly Affects Your Memory Loss Risk
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Iron Study Interpretation: Why Traditional Tests Miss Functional Deficiency
