MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'afib'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:48:54 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5181801&cid=t_108183_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fapixaban-finally-showing-superiority-over-warfarin-in-clinical-trial%2F2011.09.01 With the publication of “Apixaban versus Warfarin in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation” (the ARISTOTLE trial) in the New England Journal of Medicine, the third drug in a series of medications designed to attack thrombin in the clotting cascade. The study was announced with quite a fanfare in Europe as cardiologists, financial analysts and reporters gushed forth with ‘mega-blockbuster’ praise this past weekend. And for good reason. This is the first trial to conclude that (more…) *This blog post was originally published at Dr. Wes* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5181801 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:00:00 +0100 5181801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050580&cid=t_108183_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Frecognizing-different-arrhythmias-theres-an-app-for-that%2F2011.07.21 The recognition and management of cardiac arrhythmias is a must-have clinical skill for residents and physicians, and one that is often not well-taught at some institutions. For example, deciding whether a patient is in a shockable rhythm, realizing what medications should or should not be given in a particular situation, or assessing the degree of atrioventricular block, can all be important considerations in patient care. The Arrhythmias app, designed by Abe Balsamo, recently cracked the Top 10 list of most-downloaded medical apps in the app store.  This app represents Mr. Balsamo’s first foray into the app world, though he has several other apps in development, according to his website AppsByAbe.com.  The app’s growing popularity has been driven by its point-of-care abilities that... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050580 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:00:55 +0100 5050580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4997525&cid=t_108183_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fomega-3-fatty-acids-the-science-behind-their-potential-heart-health-benefits%2F2011.07.03 The Biology of Omega-3 fatty acids: (Just a little science:) When fish, flax-seeds or Brussels sprouts pass through the intestine, pancreatic enzymes transform the fat to free fatty acids. These acids are quickly taken up by the cells. Once in the cell, these fatty acids enter the mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum and cytosol–places that you might recall because your mom helped you make a Cell sponge cake in 7th grade Biology. In the cells, the Omega-3 fatty acids (ALA, DHA and EPA) exert their healthy influence in three major ways: in the control of chemical messengers; in the flux of ions—cell electricity; in the smoothness and health of the cell membrane. That’s enough about cells. How do these (good) fats help our bodies? Omega-3 fatty acids reduce Inflammation: –Omega-3s ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4997525 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:00:49 +0100 4997525 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4411716&cid=t_108183_150_f&fid=34768&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpharmagossip.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F01%2Fed-silverman-interview-with.html Pharmalot: What behavior prompted you to blow the whistle on your employer?Donigian: When I started realizing they were using studies as a sales tool to get business. At first, I was kind of excited to get involved with clinical work. But when the patients weren’t meeting criteria for inclusion in the trials, I started raising questions. But they told me to enroll anybody and everybody or the physicians weren’t going to implant the devices. That’s when I started realizing we weren’t doing science.Read the full interview here. (Source: PharmaGossip) PharmaGossip blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4411716 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:54:00 +0100 4411716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1405444&cid=t_108183_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F279739501%2F Women who have used Fosamax are nearly twice as likely to develop the most common kind of chronically irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) than are those who have never used it, according to research from Group Health and the University of Washington. They are saying that women that have used the commonly prescribed osteoporosis medication Fosamax have an over 85% higher chance of developing atrial fibrillation then those that have never used the medication. Now, should you run upstairs and flush your Foamax? No indeed. If you have a high risk for a-fib such as a history of an irregular heart beat, high blood pressure, history of a stroke or symptoms of a “fluttering” heart or palpitations you should make an appointment to discuss matters with your doctor. Make sure the be... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1405444 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:53:02 +0100 1405444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=687115&cid=t_108183_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F06%2Fcoumadin-and-buccal-swabs.html Prior to posting part 3 of the Brown conference I had to put Kimball Genetics on the Radar! The have devised a test to help with the scourge of Adverse Drug Reactions and Coumadin! Coumadin/Warfarin is designed to thin the blood and prevent clots causing stroke and pulmonary embolism. The test detects specific variations in the CYP2C9 and VKORC1 genes, the presence of which result in lower dose requirements for warfarin/coumadin. To help with implementation the nice people at Washington University, St Louis. The interactive website at warfarindosing.org has been developed by Brian F. Gage, MD,MSc, colleagues and is ideal for this purpose. With every test their is the Good, The Bad, and the Ugly. The Bad? Turnaround time is a day. At the American College of Cardiology conference there was a... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=687115 Wed, 06 Jun 2007 11:25:00 +0100 687115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=508488&cid=t_108183_113_f&fid=34933&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpalmdoc.net%2F%3Fp%3D1233 A new release in Palmgear, DRUGology Handbook is another drug reference designed for primary care health providers, residents and medical students so that they may have a quick reference to treat a wide variety of conditions Key Features * Lists drugs indicated for specific diseases as well as doses and dosage forms. For example, antibiotics for pneumonia, drugs for afib, prophylaxis for rabies, postcoital contraception, etc. * Includes facts that may be difficult to locate otherwise, such as criteria for Vtach vs. SVT, pleural exudates vs transudates, joint fluid criteria, indications for digibind, A-a gradient and creatinine clearance equation. * Complete Images: Brings the content to life. * Table Viewer: View tables easily and conveniently by rows and columns on the small scree... The Palmdoc Chronicles blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=508488 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 22:57:22 +0100 508488