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Calcium-Channel Blockers and Chronic Eczematous Eruptions of the Aged

Findings confirm the association of CCBs with chronic eczematous eruptions of "unknown" cause in patients 50 years and older.

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Could Vitamin D Supplementation Lower Blood Pressure in Blacks?

In a small randomized trial, supplementation had a small but significant dose-related effect on systolic blood pressure.

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Reducing Salt Intake Lowers Blood Pressure and Is Associated with Lower Cardiovascular-Related Mortality

Lower salt intake is linked to lower risk for stroke, stroke-related mortality, and coronary heart disease–related mortality.

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Hydrochlorothiazide vs. Chlorthalidone for Treating Hypertension

Risk for death or adverse cardiovascular events appears to be similar, but electrolyte abnormalities are more likely with chlorthalidone.

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Chlorthalidone or Hydrochlorothiazide: Does It Make a Difference?

In a large, propensity-matched, cohort study, the two diuretics were equally effective, but electrolyte abnormalities were more common with chlorthalidone.

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Thiazides Might Be Less Cardioprotective in Lean Than in Overweight Hypertensive Patients

But amlodipine was equally effective in lean and overweight patients. Interview

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Spironolactone for HF with Preserved LVEF Improves Diastolic Function — But Not Symptoms

In a randomized trial, significant echocardiographic improvements failed to translate into favorable clinical outcomes.

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Vascular Changes During the Menopausal Transition

Adverse carotid artery remodeling accelerates during late perimenopause.

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Dual Blockade of the Renin-Angiotensin System Doesn't Prevent Mortality

Results of a meta-analysis argue against use of dual therapy.

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The Use of Propranolol for Infantile Hemangioma: Consensus Recommendations

These guidelines will help optimize the safe use of this valuable hemangioma treatment until results of controlled studies become available.

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