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Gene Variant Increases Risk of Asthma
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A variant in CHI3L1, the gene that encodes the chitinase-like protein YKL-40, is associated with asthma, bronchial hyperresponsiveness, and reduced lung function, new study findings show. Reuters Health Information
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Aspirin Desensitization Therapy Can Be Cost Effective
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Aspirin desensitization is a cost-effective measure when used in patients with moderate-to-severe aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD). However, when required for antiplatelet therapy, clopidogrel is not a prohibitively expensive option. Reuters Health Information
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Pharmacovigilance in Nephrology
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Recent controversies about heparin contamination from China and ESA adverse effects raise questions about drug safety and FDA oversight.
Medscape Nephrology
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