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Gastroesophageal Reflux in CF Not Caused by Cough
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Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is prevalent in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF), but it does not appear to be brought about by coughing; in fact, the converse may be the case, Belgian investigators report in the August issue of Gut. Reuters Health Information
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Individualized Treatment Duration for HCV Meets With Success
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In patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV), individualizing the duration of peginterferon/ribavirin treatment yields success rates similar to standard 48-week treatment, thus sparing unnecessary costs and side effects, according to results of two randomized controlled studies published in the January issue of Hepatology. Reuters Health Information
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Proton Pump Inhibitor Prevents GI Bleeding Due to Anticoagulant Prophylaxis
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The incidence of gastrointestinal bleeding is elevated during short-term combination drug therapy for the management of acute coronary syndrome, but concurrent treatment with a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) can significantly reduce the risk, according to a study conducted in Hong Kong. Reuters Health Information
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