UF EM Journal Club 06/14/2011
* Vasopressin and Epinephrine vs. Epinephrine Alone in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
BACKGROUND: During the administration of advanced cardiac life support for resuscitation from cardiac arrest, a combination of vasopressin and epinephrine may be more effective
than epinephrine or vasopressin alone, but evidence is insufficient to make clinical
recommendations.
* Dabigatran versus Warfarin in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
BACKGROUND: Warfarin reduces the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation but increases the risk of hemorrhage and is difficult to use. Dabigatran is a new oral direct thrombin
inhibitor.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
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