MD Consult eNews

April 3, 2008

Announcement

New Book Editions Now Available

Adam: Grainger & Allison's Diagnostic Radiology, 5th ed. (Buy the book.)

Brenner: Brenner & Rector's The Kidney, 8th ed. (Buy the book.)

Kliegman: Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 18th ed. (Buy the book.)


	Lack of sleep or too much sleep doubles death risk
	Patient preference is important in colorectal cancer screening
	ONTARGET: Combined ACE inhibitor/ARB therapy not beneficial

	NEJM: Diaphragm fibers show rapid atrophy during prolonged mechanical ventilation
	Lancet: Social anxiety disorder is more than just shyness and should be treated as a chronic disorder

*Safety Notice*	Adverse reactions lead to recall of dietary supplements Total Body Formula and Total Body Mega Formula
*Safety Notice*	Use of Ziagen or Videx for HIV may increase MI risk, says FDA
*Safety Notice*	Concerns emerge about an increased risk of cancer death with use of topical gel for diabetic leg ulcers