Arterial dissections are being identified more easily. The causes, presentations, differential diagnosis, diagnostic testing, and management of dissections of brain-supplying arteries are reviewed. Nature Clinical Practice Neurology
Several tests for diagnosing coronary artery disease are more costly and accurate than traditional ex-ECG. How can one decide which test to order for low risk chest pain? Which test is the best value? Cardiovascular Ultrasound
Patients with STEMI treated with thrombolysis, LMWHs, as compared to UFH, are associated with a trend in mortality benefits. However, there is higher risk of major bleeding complications. American Heart Journal