The use of intravenous aminoglycosides, especially gentamicin, increases the risk of acute renal failure in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF), according to a report in the June issue of Thorax. Reuters Health Information
Lamotrigine and valproic acid used together show encouraging results in patients with refractory epilepsy, Canadian researchers report in the March issue of Epilepsia. Reuters Health Information
A chart review indicates increased explantation rates in breast reconstruction with the acellular dermal matrix product AlloDerm. Medscape Medical News
Considerably less than the 60 days of recommended prophylaxis after B. anthracis exposure may be equally effective, according to a report in the November issue of Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. Reuters Health Information
Update on treatment advances for gout including treatment adherence and quality of care issues as supported by data presented at the American College of Rheumatology 2008 meeting. Medscape Rheumatology
