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Heartbreak & Healing: Understanding Anxiety and Depression After Coronary Intervention

This article explores the prevalence of anxiety and depression following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), highlighting the gender disparities and offering insights into managing mental health during cardiac recovery.

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MASC: Unveiling a Rare Salivary Gland Cancer

This article delves into mammary analog secretory carcinoma (MASC), a rare salivary gland tumor. Learn about its diagnosis, common features, and treatment approaches.

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Unmasking Tuberculosis: A Comprehensive Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

This comprehensive guide explores the complexities of tuberculosis, covering everything from its various forms and diagnostic challenges to treatment options and prevention strategies. Stay informed and proactive against this global health concern.

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Metastatic Spine Tumor Survival: Can a Scoring System Predict Outcomes?

Explore how the Tokuhashi scoring system aids in predicting survival rates for patients undergoing surgery for metastatic spine tumors. This article breaks down the study's findings and their impact on treatment decisions.

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Warfarin vs. Dabigatran: Which Blood Thinner is Right for You?

Are you navigating the complexities of managing non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF)? This article explores a recent study comparing warfarin and dabigatran, offering insights into stroke prevention and safety in Japanese patients.

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Is Your Hospital Safe? How the National Early Warning Score Can Save Lives

Learn how the National Early Warning Score (NEWS) can predict mortality in hospital wards and improve patient outcomes. This comprehensive guide explains how NEWS works and why it's essential for patient safety.

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Beyond the Pill: Are You Getting the Right Antiplatelet Therapy After a Heart Procedure?

Following a heart procedure like stent placement, sticking to your medication plan is crucial. But are patients truly receiving – and adhering to – the recommended dual antiplatelet therapy? New research sheds light on the challenges and potential risks.

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Red Scalp Lesions: Understanding and Addressing Crateriform Tumors

Discover the essentials of red crateriform tumors on the scalp, including early detection, treatment options, and preventive strategies for maintaining scalp health.

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Univentricular Heart Survival: How Morphology Impacts Outcomes

A comprehensive study reveals that single right ventricular morphology significantly increases the risk of mortality and heart failure in patients with univentricular hearts, emphasizing the need for tailored clinical approaches.

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Rare Disease Alert: When HIV Unmasks a Hidden Skin Condition

Explore the unusual case of a patient with HIV developing epidermolysis bullosa acquisita (EBA), a rare skin blistering disease. Learn about the complexities of diagnosis, treatment, and the intriguing interplay between autoimmune conditions and retroviral infections.

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