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Acetamides

Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Acid suppressant drugs

How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Acne vulgaris

Are oral contraceptives (OCPs) with antiandrogenic progestins preferred over other OCPs in patients with acne? 86
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Are oral contraceptives (OCPs) with antiandrogenic progestins preferred over other OCPs in patients with acne? 86
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Adrenal cortex hormones

Do intranasal corticosteroids aid treatment of acute sinusitis in patients with a history of recurrent sinus symptoms? 386
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Do intranasal corticosteroids aid treatment of acute sinusitis in patients with a history of recurrent sinus symptoms? 386
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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After-hours care

Reasons for after-hours calls 567
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Reasons for after-hours calls 567
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Aged

Evidence-based guidelines for management of nursing home-acquired pneumonia 709
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Evidence-based guidelines for management of nursing home-acquired pneumonia 709
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How common is hip pain among older adults? 345
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How common is hip pain among older adults? 345
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Improving influenza vaccination rates in the elderly 856
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Improving influenza vaccination rates in the elderly 856
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Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Should we treat elevated cholesterol in elderly patients? 680
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Should we treat elevated cholesterol in elderly patients? 680
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Vitamin E may worsen acute respiratory tract infections in the elderly 925
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Vitamin E may worsen acute respiratory tract infections in the elderly 925
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Alcoholism

Carbamazepine effective for alcohol withdrawal 778
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Carbamazepine effective for alcohol withdrawal 778
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How effective are pharmacologic agents for alcoholism? 577
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How effective are pharmacologic agents for alcoholism? 577
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Screening for alcoholism in the primary care setting 41
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Screening for alcoholism in the primary care setting 41
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Allergies [non-MeSH]

Evaluation and treatment of the patient with allergic rhinitis 883
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Evaluation and treatment of the patient with allergic rhinitis 883
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis? 616
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis? 616
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Anemia

Are once-daily iron drops as effective as thrice-daily therapy in children with iron deficiency anemia? 82
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Are once-daily iron drops as effective as thrice-daily therapy in children with iron deficiency anemia? 82
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Anesthesia, epidural

Epidurals do not increase the incidence of cesarean delivery 786
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Epidurals do not increase the incidence of cesarean delivery 786
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Should intrathecal narcotics be used as a sole labor analgesic? A prospective comparison of spinal opioids and epidural bupivacaine 630
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Should intrathecal narcotics be used as a sole labor analgesic? A prospective comparison of spinal opioids and epidural bupivacaine 630
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Angiotensin receptor blockers [non-MeSH]

Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors

ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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Antacids

How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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Lansoprazole ineffective for functional dyspepsia 1015
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Lansoprazole ineffective for functional dyspepsia 1015
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Antibiotics

Amoxicillin of minimal benefit for purulent rhinorrhea 672
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Amoxicillin of minimal benefit for purulent rhinorrhea 672
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Azithromycin no more effective than vitamin C for acute bronchitis 783
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Azithromycin no more effective than vitamin C for acute bronchitis 783
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Can a patient information sheet reduce antibiotic use in adult outpatients with acute bronchitis? 381
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Can a patient information sheet reduce antibiotic use in adult outpatients with acute bronchitis? 381
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Can patients hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia be treated safely and effectively with oral antibiotics? 110
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Can patients hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia be treated safely and effectively with oral antibiotics? 110
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Delayed antibiotic prescriptions: What are the experiences and attitudes of physicians and patients? 954
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Delayed antibiotic prescriptions: What are the experiences and attitudes of physicians and patients? 954
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Do delayed prescriptions reduce the use of antibiotics for the common cold? A single-blind controlled trial 324
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Do delayed prescriptions reduce the use of antibiotics for the common cold? A single-blind controlled trial 324
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Do parents and physicians differ in making decisions about acute otitis media? 51
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Do parents and physicians differ in making decisions about acute otitis media? 51
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Does amoxicillin improve outcomes in patients with purulent rhinorrhea? A pragmatic randomized double-blind controlled trial in family practice 317
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Does amoxicillin improve outcomes in patients with purulent rhinorrhea? A pragmatic randomized double-blind controlled trial in family practice 317
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Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Effects on antibiotic prescribing of repeated clinical prompts to use a sore throat score: Lessons from a failed community intervention study 339
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Effects on antibiotic prescribing of repeated clinical prompts to use a sore throat score: Lessons from a failed community intervention study 339
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Erythromycin-resistant group A streptococci on the rise in schoolchildren 673
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Erythromycin-resistant group A streptococci on the rise in schoolchildren 673
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Is roxithromycin better than amoxicillin in the treatment of acute lower respiratory tract infections in primary care? A double-blind randomized controlled trial 329
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Is roxithromycin better than amoxicillin in the treatment of acute lower respiratory tract infections in primary care? A double-blind randomized controlled trial 329
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Snake oil or sound medicine 868
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Snake oil or sound medicine 868
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Symptoms don't predict response to antibiotics 719
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Symptoms don't predict response to antibiotics 719
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Helicobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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When should acute nonveneral conjunctivitis be treated with topical antibiotics? 312
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When should acute nonveneral conjunctivitis be treated with topical antibiotics? 312
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Anticholesterogenic agents

Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Weekly versus daily dosing of atorvastatin 365
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Weekly versus daily dosing of atorvastatin 365
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Anticoagulant agents

Can a simple warfarin initiation scheme predict the maintenance dose in patients with nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation? 175
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Can a simple warfarin initiation scheme predict the maintenance dose in patients with nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation? 175
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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Antidepressive agents

Are paroxetine, fluoxetine, and sertraline equally effective for depression? 285
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Are paroxetine, fluoxetine, and sertraline equally effective for depression? 285
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Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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Cabamazepine effective for alcohol withdrawal 778
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Cabamazepine effective for alcohol withdrawal 778
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Does long-term bupropion (Zyban) use prevent smoking relapse after initial success at quitting smoking? 172
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Does long-term bupropion (Zyban) use prevent smoking relapse after initial success at quitting smoking? 172
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Switching antidepressant classes often works in treatment-resistant depression 512
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Switching antidepressant classes often works in treatment-resistant depression 512
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The active management of depression 769
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The active management of depression 769
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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Antifungal agents

Topical steroids more effective than antifungals for chronic paronychia 824
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Topical steroids more effective than antifungals for chronic paronychia 824
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What is the most effective treatment for tinea pedis (athlete's foot)? 21
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What is the most effective treatment for tinea pedis (athlete's foot)? 21
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Antihistamines [non-MeSH]

Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Antihypertensive agents

Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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Do whole-grain oat cereals reduce the need for antihypertensive medications and improve blood pressure control? 353
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Do whole-grain oat cereals reduce the need for antihypertensive medications and improve blood pressure control? 353
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: A pilot trial 369
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Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: A pilot trial 369
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Anti-inflammatory agents, non-steroidal

Does intra-auricular hyaluronate decrease symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee? 411
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Does intra-auricular hyaluronate decrease symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee? 411
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Randomized placebo-controlled trial comparing efficacy and safety of valdecoxib with naproxen in patients with osteoarthritis 530
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Randomized placebo-controlled trial comparing efficacy and safety of valdecoxib with naproxen in patients with osteoarthritis 530
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Right ballpark, wrong base: Assessing safety of NSAIDs 538
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Right ballpark, wrong base: Assessing safety of NSAIDs 538
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What is the initial approach to the treatment of shoulder pain? 22
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What is the initial approach to the treatment of shoulder pain? 22
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What is the most effective treatment for acute low back pain? 118
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What is the most effective treatment for acute low back pain? 118
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Antioxidants

Antioxidants do not prevent heart disease in high-risk individuals 810
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Antioxidants do not prevent heart disease in high-risk individuals 810
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Antiviral agents

Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Aortic aneurysm, abdominal

Close surveillance safe for small abdominal aortic aneurysms (less than 5.5 cm) 671
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Close surveillance safe for small abdominal aortic aneurysms (less than 5.5 cm) 671
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Aortic valve stenosis

When should patients with asymptomatic aortic stenosis be evaluated for valve replacement? 739
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When should patients with asymptomatic aortic stenosis be evaluated for valve replacement? 739
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Applied Evidence

Approach to the perimenopausal patient 271
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Approach to the perimenopausal patient 271
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Evaluation and treatment of the adult patient with migraine 161
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Evaluation and treatment of the adult patient with migraine 161
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Evaluation and treatment of the patient with allergic rhinitis 883
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Evaluation and treatment of the patient with allergic rhinitis 883
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Evaluation of shoulder pain 605
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Evaluation of shoulder pain 605
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Evaluation of suspected left ventricular systolic dysfunction 466
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Evaluation of suspected left ventricular systolic dysfunction 466
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Outpatient treatment of heart failure 519
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Outpatient treatment of heart failure 519
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The treatment of adults with essential hypertension 74
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The treatment of adults with essential hypertension 74
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Treatment of hyperlipidemia 370
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Treatment of hyperlipidemia 370
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Art of Medicine

Children's medical malapropisms 982
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Children's medical malapropisms 982
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Consideration 624
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Consideration 624
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Distribution of labor 359
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Distribution of labor 359
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Flying lessons 389
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Flying lessons 389
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Haiku and pseudohaiku 235
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Haiku and pseudohaiku 235
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Heat stroke victim 484
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Heat stroke victim 484
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Morbidity and mortality conference 430
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Morbidity and mortality conference 430
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My first patient 777
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My first patient 777
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My friend the witch doctor 612
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My friend the witch doctor 612
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Needlestick 240
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Needlestick 240
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Not here 487
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Not here 487
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On being a patient in the new millennium 981
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On being a patient in the new millennium 981
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Practicing what we preach: Are we role models? 185
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Practicing what we preach: Are we role models? 185
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Schizophrenic 529
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Schizophrenic 529
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Someday in another place 647
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Someday in another place 647
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What I love about my practice 336
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What I love about my practice 336
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Arthralgia

Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Arthroscopy

Arthroscopic surgery ineffective for osteoarthritis of the knee 813
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Arthroscopic surgery ineffective for osteoarthritis of the knee 813
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Aspirin

Aspirin prophylaxis in patients at low risk for cardiovascular disease: A systematic review of all-cause mortality 700
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Aspirin prophylaxis in patients at low risk for cardiovascular disease: A systematic review of all-cause mortality 700
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Can aspirin prevent cardiovascular events in patients without known cardiovascular disease? 415
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Can aspirin prevent cardiovascular events in patients without known cardiovascular disease? 415
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Cost effectiveness of aspirin vs clopidogrel for secondary prevention of coronary heart disease 789
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Cost effectiveness of aspirin vs clopidogrel for secondary prevention of coronary heart disease 789
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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Asthma

Albuterol via metered-dose inhaler and nebulizer equivalent in adults 597
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Albuterol via metered-dose inhaler and nebulizer equivalent in adults 597
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Do written action plans improve patient outcomes is asthma? An evidence-based analysis 842
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Do written action plans improve patient outcomes is asthma? An evidence-based analysis 842
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Homeopathy ineffective for asthma 602
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Homeopathy ineffective for asthma 602
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Homeopathy or isopathy? 984
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Homeopathy or isopathy? 984
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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Inhaled fluticasone superior to montelukast in persistent asthma 780
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Inhaled fluticasone superior to montelukast in persistent asthma 780
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Intravenous albuterol effective for acute severe asthma 596
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Intravenous albuterol effective for acute severe asthma 596
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Is there a role for theophylline in treating patients with asthma? 744
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Is there a role for theophylline in treating patients with asthma? 744
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What environmental modifications improve pediatric asthma? 618
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What environmental modifications improve pediatric asthma? 618
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Atrial fibrillation

Can a simple warfarin initiation scheme predict the maintenance dose in patients with nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation? 175
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Can a simple warfarin initiation scheme predict the maintenance dose in patients with nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation? 175
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Autistic disorder

Risperidone improves behavior in children with autism 915
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Risperidone improves behavior in children with autism 915
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Back pain

How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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What is the most effective treatment for acute low back pain? 118
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What is the most effective treatment for acute low back pain? 118
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What is the prognosis for acute low back pain? 417
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What is the prognosis for acute low back pain? 417
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Beta-adrenergic blocking agents

Beta-blocker survival benefit outweighs side-effect risks 814
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Beta-blocker survival benefit outweighs side-effect risks 814
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Beta-blockers decrease cardiac events in major noncardiac surgery 507
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Beta-blockers decrease cardiac events in major noncardiac surgery 507
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Beta-blockers no better than placebo in the treatment of vasovagal syncope 921
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Beta-blockers no better than placebo in the treatment of vasovagal syncope 921
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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Should patients with acute cough or bronchitis be treated with beta-2-agonists? 170
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Should patients with acute cough or bronchitis be treated with beta-2-agonists? 170
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Biopsy

Caution necessary when interpreting results of outpatient endometrial sampling 600
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Caution necessary when interpreting results of outpatient endometrial sampling 600
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Bioterrorism

On the front lines: Family physicians' preparedness for bioterrorism 745
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On the front lines: Family physicians' preparedness for bioterrorism 745
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Bismuth

What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Heliobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Heliobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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Blood glucose

How beneficial are thiazolidinediones for diabetes mellitus? 424
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How beneficial are thiazolidinediones for diabetes mellitus? 424
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Blood pressure

ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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Do whole-grain oat cereals reduce the need for antihypertensive medications and improve blood pressure control? 353
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Do whole-grain oat cereals reduce the need for antihypertensive medications and improve blood pressure control? 353
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: A pilot trial 369
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Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: A pilot trial 369
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Blood pressure monitoring

Does ambulatory blood pressure monitoring aid in the management of patients with hypertension? 15
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Does ambulatory blood pressure monitoring aid in the management of patients with hypertension? 15
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Bone and bones

Is splinting of distal radius torus fractures an acceptable alternative to casting? 382
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Is splinting of distal radius torus fractures an acceptable alternative to casting? 382
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Breast feeding

Are women with an unindented pregnancy less likely to breastfeed? 431
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Are women with an unindented pregnancy less likely to breastfeed? 431
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Associations of pacifier use, digit sucking, and child care attendance with cessation of breastfeeding 465
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Associations of pacifier use, digit sucking, and child care attendance with cessation of breastfeeding 465
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Factors associated with weaning in the first 3 months postpartum 439
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Factors associated with weaning in the first 3 months postpartum 439
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Supporting women in the transition to motherhood 449
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Supporting women in the transition to motherhood 449
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The impact of the maternal experience with a jaundiced newborn on the breastfeeding relationship 465
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The impact of the maternal experience with a jaundiced newborn on the breastfeeding relationship 465
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Breast neoplasms

Benefits of tamoxifen for breast cancer prevention do not always outweigh overall risks 1016
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Benefits of tamoxifen for breast cancer prevention do not always outweigh overall risks 1016
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Cancer recurrence and mortality in women using hormone replacement therapy after breast cancer: Meta-analysis 1056
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Cancer recurrence and mortality in women using hormone replacement therapy after breast cancer: Meta-analysis 1056
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Information about tests for breast cancer: What are we telling people? 858
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Information about tests for breast cancer: What are we telling people? 858
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Screening decreases breast cancer-specific deaths but not all-cause mortality 513
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Screening decreases breast cancer-specific deaths but not all-cause mortality 513
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Breath tests

Urea breath testing and analysis in the primary care office 1030
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Urea breath testing and analysis in the primary care office 1030
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Bronchitis

Azithromycin no more effective than vitamin C for acute bronchitis 783
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Azithromycin no more effective than vitamin C for acute bronchitis 783
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Can a patient information sheet reduce antibiotic use in adult outpatients with acute bronchitis? 381
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Can a patient information sheet reduce antibiotic use in adult outpatients with acute bronchitis? 381
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Is roxithromycin better than amoxicillin in the treatment of acute lower respiratory tract infections in primary care? A double-blind randomized controlled trial 329
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Is roxithromycin better than amoxicillin in the treatment of acute lower respiratory tract infections in primary care? A double-blind randomized controlled trial 329
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Patient and physician explanatory models for acute bronchitis 1035
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Patient and physician explanatory models for acute bronchitis 1035
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Should patients with acute cough or bronchitis be treated with beta-2-agonists? 170
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Should patients with acute cough or bronchitis be treated with beta-2-agonists? 170
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Buproprion

Does long-term bupropion (Zyban) use prevent smoking relapse after initial success at quitting smoking? 172
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Does long-term bupropion (Zyban) use prevent smoking relapse after initial success at quitting smoking? 172
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Bursitis

Shoulder joint capsule distension (hydroplasty) 61
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Shoulder joint capsule distension (hydroplasty) 61
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Calcium channel blockers

Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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Cardiovascular disease

ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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Aspirin prophylaxis in patients at low risk for cardiovascular disease: A systematic review of all-cause mortality 700
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Aspirin prophylaxis in patients at low risk for cardiovascular disease: A systematic review of all-cause mortality 700
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Beta-blockers decrease cardiac events in major noncardiac surgery 507
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Beta-blockers decrease cardiac events in major noncardiac surgery 507
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Can a simple warfarin initiation scheme predict the maintenance dose in patients with nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation? 175
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Can a simple warfarin initiation scheme predict the maintenance dose in patients with nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation? 175
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Can aspirin prevent cardiovascular events in patients without known cardiovascular disease? 415
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Can aspirin prevent cardiovascular events in patients without known cardiovascular disease? 415
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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Does the patient's sex influence cardiovascular outcome after acute myocardial infarction? 237
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Does the patient's sex influence cardiovascular outcome after acute myocardial infarction? 237
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Evaluation of suspected left ventricular systolic dysfunction 466
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Evaluation of suspected left ventricular systolic dysfunction 466
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General health screenings to improve cardiovascular risk profiles: A randomized controlled trial in general practice with 5-year follow-up 546
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General health screenings to improve cardiovascular risk profiles: A randomized controlled trial in general practice with 5-year follow-up 546
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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Revascularization not superior to conservative treatment of acute coronary syndromes 1011
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Revascularization not superior to conservative treatment of acute coronary syndromes 1011
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Stage-matched nutrition guidance for patients at elevated risk for cardiovascular disease: A randomized intervention study in family practice 751
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Stage-matched nutrition guidance for patients at elevated risk for cardiovascular disease: A randomized intervention study in family practice 751
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The challenge of helping patients change 759
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The challenge of helping patients change 759
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When should patients with asymptomatic aortic stenosis be evaluated for valve replacement? 739
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When should patients with asymptomatic aortic stenosis be evaluated for valve replacement? 739
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Career choices

Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Carotid stenosis

Duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography are sensitive for severe carotid stenosis 916
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Duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography are sensitive for severe carotid stenosis 916
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Carpal tunnel syndrome

The effectiveness of magnet therapy for treatment of wrist pain attributed to carpal tunnel syndrome 38
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The effectiveness of magnet therapy for treatment of wrist pain attributed to carpal tunnel syndrome 38
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Cathartics

Evaluation and treatment of constipation 555
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Evaluation and treatment of constipation 555
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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Cerclage, cervical

Does cerclage prevent preterm birth or decrease perinatal morbidity when performed on the identification of a short cervix by second-trimester ultrasound? 204
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Does cerclage prevent preterm birth or decrease perinatal morbidity when performed on the identification of a short cervix by second-trimester ultrasound? 204
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Cerebrovascular events

ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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Cerumen

What is the best treatment for impacted cerumen? 117
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What is the best treatment for impacted cerumen? 117
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Cervical neoplasms

Is a history of trauma associated with a reduced likelihood of cervical cancer screening? 827
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Is a history of trauma associated with a reduced likelihood of cervical cancer screening? 827
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Management of the low-grade abnormal Pap smear: What are women's preferences? 849
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Management of the low-grade abnormal Pap smear: What are women's preferences? 849
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Cervical vertebrae/ injuries

How accurate is the Canadian C-spine rule for the detection of clinically significant cervical spine injuries? 10
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How accurate is the Canadian C-spine rule for the detection of clinically significant cervical spine injuries? 10
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Cesarean section

Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 129
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Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 646
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Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 129
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Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 646
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Epidurals do not increase the incidence of cesarean delivery 786
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Epidurals do not increase the incidence of cesarean delivery 786
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Increased risk of death with vaginal birth after cesarean at term 674
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Increased risk of death with vaginal birth after cesarean at term 674
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Child abuse

Is a history of trauma associated with a reduced likelihood of cervical cancer screening? 827
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Is a history of trauma associated with a reduced likelihood of cervical cancer screening? 827
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Cholesterol

Electronic solutions to implementing lipid guidelines 872
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Electronic solutions to implementing lipid guidelines 872
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How should low-density lipoprotein cholesterol concentration be determined? 972
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How should low-density lipoprotein cholesterol concentration be determined? 972
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Should we treat elevated cholesterol in elderly patients? 680
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Should we treat elevated cholesterol in elderly patients? 680
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Weekly versus daily dosing of atorvastatin 365
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Weekly versus daily dosing of atorvastatin 365
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What is the relative cardiovascular benefit of lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes? 306
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What is the relative cardiovascular benefit of lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes? 306
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What is the target for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with heart disease? 893
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What is the target for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with heart disease? 893
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What levels of cholesterol should be treated for primary prevention? 423
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What levels of cholesterol should be treated for primary prevention? 423
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Circumcision

Infant circumcision 81
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Infant circumcision 81
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Clinical Inquiries

Are any oral iron formulations better tolerated than ferrous sulfate? 576
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Are any oral iron formulations better tolerated than ferrous sulfate? 576
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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Does a low-salt diet reduce morbidity and mortality in congestive heart failure? 615
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Does a low-salt diet reduce morbidity and mortality in congestive heart failure? 615
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Does ambulatory blood pressure monitoring aid in the management of patients with hypertension? 15
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Does ambulatory blood pressure monitoring aid in the management of patients with hypertension? 15
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Does postcoital voiding prevent urinary tract infections in young women? 977
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Does postcoital voiding prevent urinary tract infections in young women? 977
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How beneficial are thiazolidinediones for diabetes mellitus? 424
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How beneficial are thiazolidinediones for diabetes mellitus? 424
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How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis? 616
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis? 616
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How effective are pharmacologic agents for alcoholism? 577
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How effective are pharmacologic agents for alcoholism? 577
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How often is coughing the presenting complaint in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? 211
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How often is coughing the presenting complaint in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? 211
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Is there a role for theophylline in treating patients with asthma? 744
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Is there a role for theophylline in treating patients with asthma? 744
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Should we treat elevated cholesterol in elderly patients? 680
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Should we treat elevated cholesterol in elderly patients? 680
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What are effective strategies for reducing the risk of steroid-induced osteoporosis? 1076
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What are effective strategies for reducing the risk of steroid-induced osteoporosis? 1076
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What are effective treatments for panic disorder? 743
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What are effective treatments for panic disorder? 743
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What are the indications for tonsillectomy in children? 314
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What are the indications for tonsillectomy in children? 314
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What are the indications for urodynamic testing in older adults with incontinence? 1077
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What are the indications for urodynamic testing in older adults with incontinence? 1077
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What are the most effective interventions to reduce childhood obesity? 891
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What are the most effective interventions to reduce childhood obesity? 891
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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What environmental modifications improve pediatric asthma? 618
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What environmental modifications improve pediatric asthma? 618
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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What is the best treatment for impacted cerumen? 117
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What is the best treatment for impacted cerumen? 117
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What is the best way to evaluate acute diarrhea? 575
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What is the best way to evaluate acute diarrhea? 575
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What is the differential diagnosis of chronic diarrhea in immunocompetent patients? 212
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What is the differential diagnosis of chronic diarrhea in immunocompetent patients? 212
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What is the initial approach to the treatment of shoulder pain? 22
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What is the initial approach to the treatment of shoulder pain? 22
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What is the most effective treatment for acute low back pain? 118
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What is the most effective treatment for acute low back pain? 118
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What is the most effective treatment for external genital warts? 313
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What is the most effective treatment for external genital warts? 313
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What is the most effective treatment for tinea pedis (athlete's foot)? 21
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What is the most effective treatment for tinea pedis (athlete's foot)? 21
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What is the prognosis for acute low back pain? 417
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What is the prognosis for acute low back pain? 417
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What is the target for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with heart disease? 893
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What is the target for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with heart disease? 893
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What levels of cholesterol should be treated for primary prevention? 423
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What levels of cholesterol should be treated for primary prevention? 423
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When should acute nonveneral conjunctivitis be treated with topical antibiotics? 312
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When should acute nonveneral conjunctivitis be treated with topical antibiotics? 312
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When should patients with asymptomatic aortic stenosis be evaluated for valve replacement? 739
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When should patients with asymptomatic aortic stenosis be evaluated for valve replacement? 739
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Colonoscopy

Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Colorectal neoplasms

Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Colposcopy

Association of cervical cryotherapy with inadequate follow-up colposcopy 526
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Association of cervical cryotherapy with inadequate follow-up colposcopy 526
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Common cold

Do delayed prescriptions reduce the use of antibiotics for the common cold? A single-blind controlled trial 324
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Do delayed prescriptions reduce the use of antibiotics for the common cold? A single-blind controlled trial 324
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Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Communicable diseases

Infectious disease databases for handheld computers 179
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Infectious disease databases for handheld computers 179
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Complementary therapies

Efficacy of daily hypertonic saline nasal irrigation among patients with sinusitis: A randomized controlled trial 1049
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Efficacy of daily hypertonic saline nasal irrigation among patients with sinusitis: A randomized controlled trial 1049
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Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Homeopathy ineffective for asthma 602
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Homeopathy ineffective for asthma 602
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The effectiveness of magnet therapy for treatment of wrist pain attributed to carpal tunnel syndrome 38
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The effectiveness of magnet therapy for treatment of wrist pain attributed to carpal tunnel syndrome 38
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The treatment of adults with essential hypertension 74
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The treatment of adults with essential hypertension 74
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Computers

Computer-using patients want Internet services from family physicians 570
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Computer-using patients want Internet services from family physicians 570
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Electronic solutions to implementing lipid guidelines 872
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Electronic solutions to implementing lipid guidelines 872
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Evidence-based medicine web site 377
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Evidence-based medicine web site 377
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If electronic medical records are so great, why aren't family physicians using them? 636
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If electronic medical records are so great, why aren't family physicians using them? 636
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Infectious disease databases for handheld computers 179
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Infectious disease databases for handheld computers 179
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Reading level of privacy policies on Internet health Web sites 642
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Reading level of privacy policies on Internet health Web sites 642
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Use of information sources among New Zealand family physicians with high access to computers 706
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Use of information sources among New Zealand family physicians with high access to computers 706
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Which database for which search? 181
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Which database for which search? 181
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Congestive heart failure

B-type natriuretic peptide is an accurate predictor of heart failure in the emergency department 816
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B-type natriuretic peptide is an accurate predictor of heart failure in the emergency department 816
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Does a low-salt diet reduce morbidity and mortality in congestive heart failure? 615
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Does a low-salt diet reduce morbidity and mortality in congestive heart failure? 615
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Outpatient treatment of heart failure 519
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Outpatient treatment of heart failure 519
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What do we know about socioeconomic status and congestive heart failure? A review of the literature 169
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What do we know about socioeconomic status and congestive heart failure? A review of the literature 169
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Conjunctivitis

When should acute nonveneral conjunctivitis be treated with topical antibiotics? 312
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When should acute nonveneral conjunctivitis be treated with topical antibiotics? 312
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Constipation

Evaluation and treatment of constipation 555
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Evaluation and treatment of constipation 555
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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Contraceptive agents

Are oral contraceptives (OCPs) with antiandrogenic progestins preferred over other OCPs in patients with acne? 86
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Are oral contraceptives (OCPs) with antiandrogenic progestins preferred over other OCPs in patients with acne? 86
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Coronary artery disease

Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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What is the relative cardiovascular benefit of lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes? 306
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What is the relative cardiovascular benefit of lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes? 306
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Coronary heart disease

Cost effectiveness of aspirin vs clopidogrel for secondary prevention of coronary heart disease 789
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Cost effectiveness of aspirin vs clopidogrel for secondary prevention of coronary heart disease 789
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Corticosteroids [non-MESH]

Do intranasal corticosteroids aid treatment of acute sinusitis in patients with a history of recurrent sinus symptoms? 386
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Do intranasal corticosteroids aid treatment of acute sinusitis in patients with a history of recurrent sinus symptoms? 386
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Cough

How often is coughing the presenting complaint in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? 211
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How often is coughing the presenting complaint in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? 211
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Should patients with acute cough or bronchitis be treated with beta-2-agonists? 170
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Should patients with acute cough or bronchitis be treated with beta-2-agonists? 170
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Counseling, utilizing

Tobacco cessation counseling among underserved patients: A report from CaReNet 65
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Tobacco cessation counseling among underserved patients: A report from CaReNet 65
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Creatine

Does oral creatine supplementation improve strength? A meta-analysis 945
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Does oral creatine supplementation improve strength? A meta-analysis 945
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Cryotherapy

Association of cervical cryotherapy with inadequate follow-up colposcopy 526
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Association of cervical cryotherapy with inadequate follow-up colposcopy 526
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Cyclooxygenase inhibitors

Randomized placebo-controlled trial comparing efficacy and safety of valdecoxib with naproxen in patients with osteoarthritis 530
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Randomized placebo-controlled trial comparing efficacy and safety of valdecoxib with naproxen in patients with osteoarthritis 530
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Which is most effective for osteoarthritis of the knee: rofecoxib, celecoxib, or acetaminophen? 307
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Which is most effective for osteoarthritis of the knee: rofecoxib, celecoxib, or acetaminophen? 307
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Cytology test

Liquid-based cytology tests 378
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Liquid-based cytology tests 378
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Data collection

Survey methodology for the uninitiated 573
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Survey methodology for the uninitiated 573
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Databases

Infectious disease databases for handheld computers 179
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Infectious disease databases for handheld computers 179
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Which database for which search? 181
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Which database for which search? 181
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Delivery of health care

The role of family practice in different health care systems 72
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The role of family practice in different health care systems 72
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Dementia

Dementia: Predictors of diagnostic accuracy and the contribution of diagnostic recommendations 693
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Dementia: Predictors of diagnostic accuracy and the contribution of diagnostic recommendations 693
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Depression

Are paroxetine, fluoxetine, and sertraline equally effective for depression? 285
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Are paroxetine, fluoxetine, and sertraline equally effective for depression? 285
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Association of higher costs with symptoms and diagnosis of depression 540
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Association of higher costs with symptoms and diagnosis of depression 540
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Improved detection of depression in primary care through severity evaluation 1065
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Improved detection of depression in primary care through severity evaluation 1065
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Several depression screening tools work equally well 511
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Several depression screening tools work equally well 511
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Switching antidepressant classes often works in treatment-resistant depression 512
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Switching antidepressant classes often works in treatment-resistant depression 512
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The active management of depression 769
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The active management of depression 769
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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Diabetes mellitus

Acarbose delays onset of type 2 diabetes mellitus 784
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Acarbose delays onset of type 2 diabetes mellitus 784
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Continuity and quality of care in type 2 diabetes 619
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Continuity and quality of care in type 2 diabetes 619
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How beneficial are thiazolidinediones for diabetes mellitus? 424
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How beneficial are thiazolidinediones for diabetes mellitus? 424
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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Is an elevated serum transferrin saturation associated with the development of diabetes? 933
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Is an elevated serum transferrin saturation associated with the development of diabetes? 933
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Outcomes of audit-enhanced monitoring of patients with type 2 diabetes 459
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Outcomes of audit-enhanced monitoring of patients with type 2 diabetes 459
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What is the relative cardiovascular benefit of lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes? 306
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What is the relative cardiovascular benefit of lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes? 306
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Which oral antihyperglycemics are most efficacious in reducing hemoglobin A1C in diabetic patients? 311
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Which oral antihyperglycemics are most efficacious in reducing hemoglobin A1C in diabetic patients? 311
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Diagnosis, computer-assisted

Primary data for primary care 37
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Primary data for primary care 37
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The probability of specific diagnoses for patients presenting with common symptoms to Dutch family physicians 31
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The probability of specific diagnoses for patients presenting with common symptoms to Dutch family physicians 31
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Diagnosis, differential

What is the differential diagnosis of chronic diarrhea in immunocompetent patients? 212
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What is the differential diagnosis of chronic diarrhea in immunocompetent patients? 212
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Diarrhea

What is the best way to evaluate acute diarrhea? 575
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What is the best way to evaluate acute diarrhea? 575
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What is the differential diagnosis of chronic diarrhea in immunocompetent patients? 212
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What is the differential diagnosis of chronic diarrhea in immunocompetent patients? 212
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Dietary fiber

Do whole-grain oat cereals reduce the need for antihypertensive medications and improve blood pressure control? 353
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Do whole-grain oat cereals reduce the need for antihypertensive medications and improve blood pressure control? 353
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Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: A pilot trial 369
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Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: A pilot trial 369
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Dietary supplements

Are any oral iron formulations better tolerated than ferrous sulfate? 576
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Are any oral iron formulations better tolerated than ferrous sulfate? 576
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Azithromycin no more effective than vitamin C for acute bronchitis 783
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Azithromycin no more effective than vitamin C for acute bronchitis 783
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Can high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc slow the progression of macular degeneration? 105
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Can high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc slow the progression of macular degeneration? 105
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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Do antioxidants (vitamins C, E) improve outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease?
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Does oral creatine supplementation improve strength? A meta-analysis 945
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Does oral creatine supplementation improve strength? A meta-analysis 945
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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In patients with a previous CVA, do antioxidants protect against subsequent stroke? 976
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Treatment of hyperlipidemia 370
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Treatment of hyperlipidemia 370
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Vitamin E may worsen acute respiratory tract infections in the elderly 925
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Vitamin E may worsen acute respiratory tract infections in the elderly 925
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Diuretics

In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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Dosage forms

Weekly versus daily dosing of atorvastatin 365
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Weekly versus daily dosing of atorvastatin 365
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Dyspepsia

How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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Lansoprazole ineffective for functional dyspepsia 1015
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Lansoprazole ineffective for functional dyspepsia 1015
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Dysplasia, cervix

Association of cervical cryotherapy with inadequate follow-up colposcopy 526
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Association of cervical cryotherapy with inadequate follow-up colposcopy 526
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Dyssomnias

The relationship between insomnia and health-related quality of life in patients with chronic illness 229
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The relationship between insomnia and health-related quality of life in patients with chronic illness 229
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Ear

What is the best treatment for impacted cerumen? 117
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What is the best treatment for impacted cerumen? 117
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Edema

Bilateral leg edema, pulmonary hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea 561
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Bilateral leg edema, pulmonary hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea 561
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Education, medical, continuing

Validating an instrument for selecting interventions to change physician practice patterns: A Michigan Consortium for Family Practice Research study 938
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Validating an instrument for selecting interventions to change physician practice patterns: A Michigan Consortium for Family Practice Research study 938
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Emergency health services

Reasons for after-hours calls 567
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Reasons for after-hours calls 567
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Endometrium

Caution necessary when interpreting results of outpatient endometrial sampling 600
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Caution necessary when interpreting results of outpatient endometrial sampling 600
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Endoscopy

Comparison of thin versus standard esophagogastroduodenoscopy 625
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Comparison of thin versus standard esophagogastroduodenoscopy 625
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Epidemiology

The role of family practice in different health care systems 72
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The role of family practice in different health care systems 72
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Episode of care

The role of family practice in different health care systems 72
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The role of family practice in different health care systems 72
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Erosive esophagitis

Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Erythromycin

Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Esophageal diseases

How often is coughing the presenting complaint in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? 211
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How often is coughing the presenting complaint in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? 211
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Ethnic groups

Racial and ethnic disparities in the quality of primary care for children 573
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Racial and ethnic disparities in the quality of primary care for children 573
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Recruiting for a randomized controlled trial from an ethnically diverse population: Lessons from the Maternal Infection and Preterm Labor Study 760
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Recruiting for a randomized controlled trial from an ethnically diverse population: Lessons from the Maternal Infection and Preterm Labor Study 760
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Exercise

How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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Family history [non-MeSH]

Cancer risk assessment from family history: Gaps in primary care practice 856
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Cancer risk assessment from family history: Gaps in primary care practice 856
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Fasciitis, plantar

Shock wave therapy ineffective for plantar fasciitis 1017
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Shock wave therapy ineffective for plantar fasciitis 1017
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Fecal occult blood screening [non-MeSH]

Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Fees and charges

Association of higher costs with symptoms and diagnosis of depression 540
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Association of higher costs with symptoms and diagnosis of depression 540
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Financing, organizing

Building research capacity in family medicine: Evaluation of the Grant Generating Project 593
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Building research capacity in family medicine: Evaluation of the Grant Generating Project 593
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Fractures

Is splinting of distal radius torus fractures an acceptable alternative to casting? 382
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Is splinting of distal radius torus fractures an acceptable alternative to casting? 382
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Gastroesophageal reflux

How often is coughing the presenting complaint in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? 211
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How often is coughing the presenting complaint in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease? 211
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Gastrointestinal disorders

Comparison of thin versus standard esophagogastroduodenoscopy 625
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Comparison of thin versus standard esophagogastroduodenoscopy 625
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How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Gastrointestinal neoplasms

Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Genital warts, warts

What is the most effective treatment for external genital warts? 313
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What is the most effective treatment for external genital warts? 313
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Ginkgo biloba

Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Glucocorticoids

How effective are weekly antenatal steroids for decreasing the risks associated with preterm delivery? 13
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How effective are weekly antenatal steroids for decreasing the risks associated with preterm delivery? 13
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Health services research

Physician recruitment for a community-based smoking cessation intervention 70
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Physician recruitment for a community-based smoking cessation intervention 70
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Heart disease

Antioxidants do not prevent heart disease in high-risk individuals 810
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Antioxidants do not prevent heart disease in high-risk individuals 810
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Beta-blocker survival benefit outweighs side-effect risks 814
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Beta-blocker survival benefit outweighs side-effect risks 814
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Cost effectiveness of aspirin vs clopidogrel for secondary prevention of coronary heart disease 789
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Cost effectiveness of aspirin vs clopidogrel for secondary prevention of coronary heart disease 789
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Duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography are sensitive for severe carotid stenosis 916
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Duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography are sensitive for severe carotid stenosis 916
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What do we know about socioeconomic status and congestive heart failure? A review of the literature 169
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What do we know about socioeconomic status and congestive heart failure? A review of the literature 169
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What is the target for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with heart disease? 893
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What is the target for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with heart disease? 893
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Heart failure

Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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B-type natriuretic peptide is an accurate predictor of heart failure in the emergency department 816
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B-type natriuretic peptide is an accurate predictor of heart failure in the emergency department 816
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Does a low-salt diet reduce morbidity and mortality in congestive heart failure? 615
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Does a low-salt diet reduce morbidity and mortality in congestive heart failure? 615
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Evaluation of suspected left ventricular systolic dysfunction 466
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Evaluation of suspected left ventricular systolic dysfunction 466
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Outpatient treatment of heart failure 519
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Outpatient treatment of heart failure 519
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Heliobacter pylori

How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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Urea breath testing and analysis in the primary care office 1030
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Urea breath testing and analysis in the primary care office 1030
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Heliobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Heliobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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Hemochromatosis

Is an elevated serum transferrin saturation associated with the development of diabetes? 933
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Is an elevated serum transferrin saturation associated with the development of diabetes? 933
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Hepatitis C

Diagnosis and 10-year follow-up of a community-based hepatitis C cohort 135
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Diagnosis and 10-year follow-up of a community-based hepatitis C cohort 135
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Herpes zoster

Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Treatment of postherpetic neuralgia 121
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Treatment of postherpetic neuralgia 121
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Hip

How common is hip pain among older adults? 345
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How common is hip pain among older adults? 345
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Histamine H1 antagonists

Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Homeopathy

Homeopathy ineffective for asthma 602
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Homeopathy ineffective for asthma 602
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Homeopathy or isopathy? 984
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Homeopathy or isopathy? 984
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Hormone replacement therapy

Approach to the perimenopausal patient 271
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Approach to the perimenopausal patient 271
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Cancer recurrence and mortality in women using hormone replacement therapy after breast cancer: Meta-analysis 1056
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Cancer recurrence and mortality in women using hormone replacement therapy after breast cancer: Meta-analysis 1056
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Do the risks of estrogen plus progestin outweigh the benefits in healthy postmenopausal women? 821
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Do the risks of estrogen plus progestin outweigh the benefits in healthy postmenopausal women? 821
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hormones

Are oral contraceptives (OCPs) with antiandrogenic progestins preferred over other OCPs in patients with acne? 86
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Are oral contraceptives (OCPs) with antiandrogenic progestins preferred over other OCPs in patients with acne? 86
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Are progesterone or progestogens effective in managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms? 109
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Are progesterone or progestogens effective in managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms? 109
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Hospice care

Defining effective clinician roles in end-of-life care 153
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Defining effective clinician roles in end-of-life care 153
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Hospitalists

Primary care family physicians and 2 hospitalist models: Comparison of outcomes, processes, and costs 1021
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Primary care family physicians and 2 hospitalist models: Comparison of outcomes, processes, and costs 1021
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The hospitalist movement and family practice — An uneasy fit 1028
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The hospitalist movement and family practice — An uneasy fit 1028
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Hospitals, rural

Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 129
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Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 129
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Hyperbilirubinemia

Maternal assessment of neonatal jaundice after hospital discharge 445
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Maternal assessment of neonatal jaundice after hospital discharge 445
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The impact of the maternal experience with a jaundiced newborn on the breastfeeding relationship 465
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The impact of the maternal experience with a jaundiced newborn on the breastfeeding relationship 465
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Hyperglycemia

Which oral antihyperglycemics are most efficacious in reducing hemoglobin A1C in diabetic patients? 311
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Which oral antihyperglycemics are most efficacious in reducing hemoglobin A1C in diabetic patients? 311
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Hyperlipidemia

The relation between methods and recommendations in clinical practice guidelines for hypertension and hyperlipidemia 963
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The relation between methods and recommendations in clinical practice guidelines for hypertension and hyperlipidemia 963
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Treatment of hyperlipidemia 370
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Treatment of hyperlipidemia 370
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Hypersensitivity

Evaluation and treatment of the patient with allergic rhinitis 883
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Evaluation and treatment of the patient with allergic rhinitis 883
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis? 616
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis? 616
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Hypertension

Do whole-grain oat cereals reduce the need for antihypertensive medications and improve blood pressure control? 353
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Do whole-grain oat cereals reduce the need for antihypertensive medications and improve blood pressure control? 353
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Does ambulatory blood pressure monitoring aid in the management of patients with hypertension? 15
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Does ambulatory blood pressure monitoring aid in the management of patients with hypertension? 15
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: A pilot trial 369
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Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: A pilot trial 369
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The relation between methods and recommendations in clinical practice guidelines for hypertension and hyperlipidemia 963
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The relation between methods and recommendations in clinical practice guidelines for hypertension and hyperlipidemia 963
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The treatment of adults with essential hypertension 74
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The treatment of adults with essential hypertension 74
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Hypertension, pulmonary

Bilateral leg edema, pulmonary hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea 561
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Bilateral leg edema, pulmonary hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea 561
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Hypertrophy, left ventricular

Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Hypoglycemic agents

How beneficial are thiazolidinediones for diabetes mellitus? 424
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How beneficial are thiazolidinediones for diabetes mellitus? 424
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Hysteroscopy

Routine diagnostic hysteroscopy not necessary for premenopausal women with abnormal bleeding 920
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Routine diagnostic hysteroscopy not necessary for premenopausal women with abnormal bleeding 920
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Immunization

Effectiveness of chart prompt about immunizations in an urban health center 1018
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Effectiveness of chart prompt about immunizations in an urban health center 1018
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Influenza vaccine does not produce myopathy in patients taking statins 986
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Influenza vaccine does not produce myopathy in patients taking statins 986
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Impaction, fecal

Evaluation and treatment of constipation 555
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Evaluation and treatment of constipation 555
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Impotence

Cigarette smoking and erectile dysfunction 81
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Cigarette smoking and erectile dysfunction 81
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Infant, premature

How effective are weekly antenatal steroids for decreasing the risks associated with preterm delivery? 13
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How effective are weekly antenatal steroids for decreasing the risks associated with preterm delivery? 13
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Influenza

Improving influenza vaccination rates in the elderly 856
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Improving influenza vaccination rates in the elderly 856
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Influenza vaccine does not produce myopathy in patients taking statins 986
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Influenza vaccine does not produce myopathy in patients taking statins 986
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Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Insect repellents

DEET is the most effective mosquito repellent 822
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DEET is the most effective mosquito repellent 822
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Insomnia [non-MeSH]

The relationship between insomnia and health-related quality of life in patients with chronic illness 229
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The relationship between insomnia and health-related quality of life in patients with chronic illness 229
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Internet

Computer-using patients want Internet services from family physicians 570
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Computer-using patients want Internet services from family physicians 570
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Evidence-based medicine web site 377
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Evidence-based medicine web site 377
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Reading level of privacy policies on Internet health Web sites 642
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Reading level of privacy policies on Internet health Web sites 642
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Which database for which search? 181
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Which database for which search? 181
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Iron, dietary

Are once-daily iron drops as effective as thrice-daily therapy in children with iron deficiency anemia? 82
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Are once-daily iron drops as effective as thrice-daily therapy in children with iron deficiency anemia? 82
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Jaundice, neonatal

Maternal assessment of neonatal jaundice after hospital discharge 445
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Maternal assessment of neonatal jaundice after hospital discharge 445
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The impact of the maternal experience with a jaundiced newborn on the breastfeeding relationship 465
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The impact of the maternal experience with a jaundiced newborn on the breastfeeding relationship 465
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Job satisfaction

Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Physician job satisfaction, dissatisfaction, and turnover 593
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Physician job satisfaction, dissatisfaction, and turnover 593
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Joints

Does intra-auricular hyaluronate decrease symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee? 411
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Does intra-auricular hyaluronate decrease symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee? 411
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Kidney calculi

What is the best diet to prevent recurrent calcium oxalate stones in patients with idiopathic hypercalciuria? 305
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What is the best diet to prevent recurrent calcium oxalate stones in patients with idiopathic hypercalciuria? 305
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Knee injuries

What is the diagnostic accuracy of the clinician examination for meniscus or ligamentous knee injuries? 85
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What is the diagnostic accuracy of the clinician examination for meniscus or ligamentous knee injuries? 85
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Labor, obstetric

Does use of oxytocin and dinoprostone inserts shorten labor more than use of oxytocin after removal of dinoprostone? 479
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Does use of oxytocin and dinoprostone inserts shorten labor more than use of oxytocin after removal of dinoprostone? 479
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Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Should intrathecal narcotics be used as a sole labor analgesic? A prospective comparison of spinal opioids and epidural bupivacaine 630
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Should intrathecal narcotics be used as a sole labor analgesic? A prospective comparison of spinal opioids and epidural bupivacaine 630
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Labor, preterm

Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Lacerations

Hair apposition technique is better than suturing scalp lacerations 818
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Hair apposition technique is better than suturing scalp lacerations 818
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Lipids

Stage-matched nutrition guidance for patients at elevated risk for cardiovascular disease: A randomized intervention study in family practice 751
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Stage-matched nutrition guidance for patients at elevated risk for cardiovascular disease: A randomized intervention study in family practice 751
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The challenge of helping patients change 759
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The challenge of helping patients change 759
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Low back pain

How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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What is the most effective treatment for acute low back pain? 118
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What is the most effective treatment for acute low back pain? 118
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What is the prognosis for acute low back pain? 417
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What is the prognosis for acute low back pain? 417
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Macular degeneration

Can high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc slow the progression of macular degeneration? 105
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Can high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc slow the progression of macular degeneration? 105
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Magnetic resonance imaging

Duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography are sensitive for severe carotid stenosis 916
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Duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography are sensitive for severe carotid stenosis 916
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Magnetics, therapeutic use

The effectiveness of magnet therapy for treatment of wrist pain attributed to carpal tunnel syndrome 38
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The effectiveness of magnet therapy for treatment of wrist pain attributed to carpal tunnel syndrome 38
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Mass screening

General health screenings to improve cardiovascular risk profiles: A randomized controlled trial in general practice with 5-year follow-up 546
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General health screenings to improve cardiovascular risk profiles: A randomized controlled trial in general practice with 5-year follow-up 546
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Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Several depression screening tools work equally well 511
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Several depression screening tools work equally well 511
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Maternal health services

Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 129
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Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 129
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Medical errors

Classification of medical errors and preventable adverse events in primary care: A synthesis of the literature 927
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Classification of medical errors and preventable adverse events in primary care: A synthesis of the literature 927
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Medical records

If electronic medical records are so great, why aren't family physicians using them? 636
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If electronic medical records are so great, why aren't family physicians using them? 636
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Medically underserved area

Stages of change analysis of smokers attending clinics for the medically underserved 1018
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Stages of change analysis of smokers attending clinics for the medically underserved 1018
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Tobacco cessation counseling among underserved patients: A report from CaReNet 65
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Tobacco cessation counseling among underserved patients: A report from CaReNet 65
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Medically uninsured

Tobacco cessation counseling among underserved patients: A report from CaReNet 65
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Tobacco cessation counseling among underserved patients: A report from CaReNet 65
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Medicine, herbal

Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Treatment of hyperlipidemia 370
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Treatment of hyperlipidemia 370
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Memory

Dementia: Predictors of diagnostic accuracy and the contribution of diagnostic recommendations 693
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Dementia: Predictors of diagnostic accuracy and the contribution of diagnostic recommendations 693
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Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Menopause

Approach to the perimenopausal patient 271
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Approach to the perimenopausal patient 271
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Do the risks of estrogen plus progestin outweigh the benefits in healthy postmenopausal women? 821
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Do the risks of estrogen plus progestin outweigh the benefits in healthy postmenopausal women? 821
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Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women 875
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Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women 875
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Prevention of osteoporosis 287
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Prevention of osteoporosis 287
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Migraine

Evaluation and treatment of the adult patient with migraine 161
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Evaluation and treatment of the adult patient with migraine 161
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Perceptions and needs of patients with migraine 142
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Perceptions and needs of patients with migraine 142
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Which oral triptans are effective for the treatment of acute migraine? 176
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Which oral triptans are effective for the treatment of acute migraine? 176
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Musculoskeltal system

Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Myocardial infarction

Does the patient's sex influence cardiovascular outcome after acute myocardial infarction? 237
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Does the patient's sex influence cardiovascular outcome after acute myocardial infarction? 237
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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Natriuretic peptide

B-type natriuretic peptide is an accurate predictor of heart failure in the emergency department 816
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B-type natriuretic peptide is an accurate predictor of heart failure in the emergency department 816
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Neck pain

Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Neoplasia, cervical

HPV testing plus Pap smear every 2 years most cost-effective cervical cancer screen 677
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HPV testing plus Pap smear every 2 years most cost-effective cervical cancer screen 677
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Neoplasms, screening

Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Cancer risk assessment from family history: Gaps in primary care practice 856
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Cancer risk assessment from family history: Gaps in primary care practice 856
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Do disease-specific mortality effects correlate with all-cause mortality effects in cancer screening trials? 480
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Do disease-specific mortality effects correlate with all-cause mortality effects in cancer screening trials? 480
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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HPV testing plus Pap smear every 2 years most cost-effective cervical cancer screen 677
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HPV testing plus Pap smear every 2 years most cost-effective cervical cancer screen 677
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Information about tests for breast cancer: What are we telling people? 858
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Information about tests for breast cancer: What are we telling people? 858
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Is a history of trauma associated with a reduced likelihood of cervical cancer screening? 827
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Is a history of trauma associated with a reduced likelihood of cervical cancer screening? 827
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Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Screening decreases breast cancer-specific deaths but not all-cause mortality 513
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Screening decreases breast cancer-specific deaths but not all-cause mortality 513
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What influences family physicians' cancer screening decisions when practice guidelines are unclear or conflicting? 760
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What influences family physicians' cancer screening decisions when practice guidelines are unclear or conflicting? 760
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Neuralgia

Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Treatment of postherpetic neuralgia 121
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Treatment of postherpetic neuralgia 121
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Night sweats [non-MeSH]

Prevalence of night sweats in primary care patients 452
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Prevalence of night sweats in primary care patients 452
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Significance of night sweats 457
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Significance of night sweats 457
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Nutrition

Does a low-salt diet reduce morbidity and mortality in congestive heart failure? 615
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Does a low-salt diet reduce morbidity and mortality in congestive heart failure? 615
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Stage-matched nutrition guidance for patients at elevated risk for cardiovascular disease: A randomized intervention study in family practice 751
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Stage-matched nutrition guidance for patients at elevated risk for cardiovascular disease: A randomized intervention study in family practice 751
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The challenge of helping patients change 759
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The challenge of helping patients change 759
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Obesity

Effectiveness of sibutramine 863
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Effectiveness of sibutramine 863
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What are the most effective interventions to reduce childhood obesity? 891
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What are the most effective interventions to reduce childhood obesity? 891
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Occult blood

Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Osteoarthritis

Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Randomized placebo-controlled trial comparing efficacy and safety of valdecoxib with naproxen in patients with osteoarthritis 530
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Randomized placebo-controlled trial comparing efficacy and safety of valdecoxib with naproxen in patients with osteoarthritis 530
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S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is safe and effective for osteoarthritis 667
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S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is safe and effective for osteoarthritis 667
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Safety and efficacy of S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) for osteoarthritis 425
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Safety and efficacy of S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) for osteoarthritis 425
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Osteoarthritis, knee

Arthroscopic surgery ineffective for osteoarthritis of the knee 813
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Arthroscopic surgery ineffective for osteoarthritis of the knee 813
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Does intra-auricular hyaluronate decrease symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee? 411
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Does intra-auricular hyaluronate decrease symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee? 411
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Which is most effective for osteoarthritis of the knee: rofecoxib, celecoxib, or acetaminophen? 307
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Which is most effective for osteoarthritis of the knee: rofecoxib, celecoxib, or acetaminophen? 307
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Osteoporosis

Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women 875
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Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women 875
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Prevention of osteoporosis 287
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Prevention of osteoporosis 287
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What are effective strategies for reducing the risk of steroid-induced osteoporosis? 1076
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What are effective strategies for reducing the risk of steroid-induced osteoporosis? 1076
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Otitis media

Do parents and physicians differ in making decisions about acute otitis media? 51
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Do parents and physicians differ in making decisions about acute otitis media? 51
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Outpatient treatment

Outpatient treatment of heart failure 519
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Outpatient treatment of heart failure 519
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Pain management

Effectiveness and safety of lidocaine patch 5% 867
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Effectiveness and safety of lidocaine patch 5% 867
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Evaluation of shoulder pain 605
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Evaluation of shoulder pain 605
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How common is hip pain among older adults? 345
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How common is hip pain among older adults? 345
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Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Should intrathecal narcotics be used as a sole labor analgesic? A prospective comparison of spinal opioids and epidural bupivacaine 630
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Should intrathecal narcotics be used as a sole labor analgesic? A prospective comparison of spinal opioids and epidural bupivacaine 630
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What is the prognosis for acute low back pain? 417
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What is the prognosis for acute low back pain? 417
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Which is better for the management of postpartum perineal pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen with codeine? 207
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Which is better for the management of postpartum perineal pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen with codeine? 207
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Palliative treatment

Defining effective clinician roles in end-of-life care 153
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Defining effective clinician roles in end-of-life care 153
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Panic disorder

Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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What are effective treatments for panic disorder? 743
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What are effective treatments for panic disorder? 743
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Papillomavirus, human

HPV testing plus Pap smear every 2 years most cost-effective cervical cancer screen 677
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HPV testing plus Pap smear every 2 years most cost-effective cervical cancer screen 677
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Paresthesia

What is the best diagnostic approach to paresthesias of the hand? 1078
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What is the best diagnostic approach to paresthesias of the hand? 1078
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Paronychia

Topical steroids more effective than antifungals for chronic paronychia 824
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Topical steroids more effective than antifungals for chronic paronychia 824
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Patient education

Can a patient information sheet reduce antibiotic use in adult outpatients with acute bronchitis? 381
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Can a patient information sheet reduce antibiotic use in adult outpatients with acute bronchitis? 381
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Patterns, physician's practice

The role of family practice in different health care systems 72
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The role of family practice in different health care systems 72
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Tobacco cessation counseling among underserved patients: A report from CaReNet 65
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Tobacco cessation counseling among underserved patients: A report from CaReNet 65
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Validating an instrument for selecting interventions to change physician practice patterns: A Michigan Consortium for Family Practice Research study 938
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Validating an instrument for selecting interventions to change physician practice patterns: A Michigan Consortium for Family Practice Research study 938
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Pediatrics

Are once-daily iron drops as effective as thrice-daily therapy in children with iron deficiency anemia? 82
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Are once-daily iron drops as effective as thrice-daily therapy in children with iron deficiency anemia? 82
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Associations of pacifier use, digit sucking, and child care attendance with cessation of breastfeeding 465
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Associations of pacifier use, digit sucking, and child care attendance with cessation of breastfeeding 465
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Erythromycin-resistant group A streptococci on the rise in schoolchildren 673
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Erythromycin-resistant group A streptococci on the rise in schoolchildren 673
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Factors associated with weaning in the first 3 months postpartum 439
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Factors associated with weaning in the first 3 months postpartum 439
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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Infant circumcision 81
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Infant circumcision 81
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Racial and ethnic disparities in the quality of primary care for children 573
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Racial and ethnic disparities in the quality of primary care for children 573
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Risperidone improves behavior in children with autism 915
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Risperidone improves behavior in children with autism 915
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What are the indications for tonsillectomy in children? 314
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What are the indications for tonsillectomy in children? 314
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What are the most effective interventions to reduce childhood obesity? 891
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What are the most effective interventions to reduce childhood obesity? 891
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What environmental modifications improve pediatric asthma? 618
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What environmental modifications improve pediatric asthma? 618
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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Peer review

Experience, expertise, or specialty? Uses and misuses of a reference 168
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Experience, expertise, or specialty? Uses and misuses of a reference 168
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Peptic ulcer

How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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How do primary care physicians use long-term acid suppressant drugs? 241
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Lansoprazole ineffective for functional dyspepsia 1015
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Lansoprazole ineffective for functional dyspepsia 1015
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Perinatal morbidity

Does cerclage prevent preterm birth or decrease perinatal morbidity when performed on the identification of a short cervix by second-trimester ultrasound? 204
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Does cerclage prevent preterm birth or decrease perinatal morbidity when performed on the identification of a short cervix by second-trimester ultrasound? 204
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Physical therapy

How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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How effective are exercise and physical therapy for chronic low back pain? 209
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Physician-patient relationship

Computer-using patients want Internet services from family physicians 570
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Computer-using patients want Internet services from family physicians 570
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Defining effective clinician roles in end-of-life care 153
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Defining effective clinician roles in end-of-life care 153
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Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Information about tests for breast cancer: What are we telling people? 858
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Information about tests for breast cancer: What are we telling people? 858
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Involvement of family and community medicine professionals in community projects 369
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Involvement of family and community medicine professionals in community projects 369
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Patient and physician explanatory models for acute bronchitis 1035
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Patient and physician explanatory models for acute bronchitis 1035
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Perceptions and needs of patients with migraine 142
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Perceptions and needs of patients with migraine 142
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Physician job satisfaction, dissatisfaction, and turnover 593
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Physician job satisfaction, dissatisfaction, and turnover 593
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Relationships between physician practice style, patient satisfaction, and attribute of primary care 835
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Relationships between physician practice style, patient satisfaction, and attribute of primary care 835
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The third person in the room: Frequency, role, and influence of companions during primary care medical encounters 685
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The third person in the room: Frequency, role, and influence of companions during primary care medical encounters 685
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Physicians' role

Defining effective clinician roles in end-of-life care 153
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Defining effective clinician roles in end-of-life care 153
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Pneumonia

Can patients hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia be treated safely and effectively with oral antibiotics? 110
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Can patients hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia be treated safely and effectively with oral antibiotics? 110
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Evidence-based guidelines for management of nursing home-acquired pneumonia 709
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Evidence-based guidelines for management of nursing home-acquired pneumonia 709
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Is roxithromycin better than amoxicillin in the treatment of acute lower respiratory tract infections in primary care? A double-blind randomized controlled trial 329
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Is roxithromycin better than amoxicillin in the treatment of acute lower respiratory tract infections in primary care? A double-blind randomized controlled trial 329
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Primary care family physicians and 2 hospitalist models: Comparison of outcomes, processes, and costs 1021
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Primary care family physicians and 2 hospitalist models: Comparison of outcomes, processes, and costs 1021
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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POEMs

Acarbose delays onset of type 2 diabetes mellitus 784
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Acarbose delays onset of type 2 diabetes mellitus 784
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ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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ACE inhibitors prevent stroke in high-risk patients, independent of blood-pressure-lowering effect 595
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Albuterol via metered-dose inhaler and nebulizer equivalent in adults 597
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Albuterol via metered-dose inhaler and nebulizer equivalent in adults 597
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Amoxicillin of minimal benefit for purulent rhinorrhea 672
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Amoxicillin of minimal benefit for purulent rhinorrhea 672
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Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Angiotensin receptor blockers not equivalent to ACE inhibitors for heart failure 508
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Antioxidants do not prevent heart disease in high-risk individuals 810
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Antioxidants do not prevent heart disease in high-risk individuals 810
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Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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Are new antihypertensive agents better than old antihypertensive agents in preventing cardiovascular complications? 9
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Are once-daily iron drops as effective as thrice-daily therapy in children with iron deficiency anemia? 82
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Are once-daily iron drops as effective as thrice-daily therapy in children with iron deficiency anemia? 82
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Are oral contraceptives (OCPs) with antiandrogenic progestins preferred over other OCPs in patients with acne? 86
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Are oral contraceptives (OCPs) with antiandrogenic progestins preferred over other OCPs in patients with acne? 86
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Are paroxetine, fluoxetine, and sertraline equally effective for depression? 285
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Are paroxetine, fluoxetine, and sertraline equally effective for depression? 285
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Are progesterone or progestogens effective in managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms? 109
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Are progesterone or progestogens effective in managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms? 109
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Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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Arthroscopic surgery ineffective for osteoarthritis of the knee 813
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Arthroscopic surgery ineffective for osteoarthritis of the knee 813
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Azithromycin no more effective than vitamin C for acute bronchitis 783
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Azithromycin no more effective than vitamin C for acute bronchitis 783
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Benefits of tamoxifen for breast cancer prevention do not always outweigh overall risks 1016
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Benefits of tamoxifen for breast cancer prevention do not always outweigh overall risks 1016
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Beta-blocker survival benefit outweighs side-effect risks 814
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Beta-blocker survival benefit outweighs side-effect risks 814
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Beta-blockers decrease cardiac events in major noncardiac surgery 507
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Beta-blockers decrease cardiac events in major noncardiac surgery 507
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Beta-blockers no better than placebo in the treatment of vasovagal syncope 921
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Beta-blockers no better than placebo in the treatment of vasovagal syncope 921
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B-type natriuretic peptide is an accurate predictor of heart failure in the emergency department 816
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B-type natriuretic peptide is an accurate predictor of heart failure in the emergency department 816
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Cabamazepine effective for alcohol withdrawal 778
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Cabamazepine effective for alcohol withdrawal 778
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Can a patient information sheet reduce antibiotic use in adult outpatients with acute bronchitis? 381
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Can a patient information sheet reduce antibiotic use in adult outpatients with acute bronchitis? 381
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Can a simple warfarin initiation scheme predict the maintenance dose in patients with nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation? 175
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Can a simple warfarin initiation scheme predict the maintenance dose in patients with nonrheumatic atrial fibrillation? 175
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Can aspirin prevent cardiovascular events in patients without known cardiovascular disease? 415
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Can aspirin prevent cardiovascular events in patients without known cardiovascular disease? 415
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Can high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc slow the progression of macular degeneration? 105
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Can high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc slow the progression of macular degeneration? 105
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Can negative ultrasound and normal D-dimer assay rule out deep vein thrombosis? 668
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Can negative ultrasound and normal D-dimer assay rule out deep vein thrombosis? 668
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Can patients hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia be treated safely and effectively with oral antibiotics? 110
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Can patients hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia be treated safely and effectively with oral antibiotics? 110
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Caution necessary when interpreting results of outpatient endometrial sampling 600
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Caution necessary when interpreting results of outpatient endometrial sampling 600
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Close surveillance safe for small abdominal aortic aneurysms (less than 5.5 cm) 671
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Close surveillance safe for small abdominal aortic aneurysms (less than 5.5 cm) 671
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Cost effectiveness of aspirin vs clopidogrel for secondary prevention of coronary heart disease 789
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Cost effectiveness of aspirin vs clopidogrel for secondary prevention of coronary heart disease 789
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DEET is the most effective mosquito repellent 822
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DEET is the most effective mosquito repellent 822
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Do disease-specific mortality effects correlate with all-cause mortality effects in cancer screening trials? 480
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Do disease-specific mortality effects correlate with all-cause mortality effects in cancer screening trials? 480
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Do intranasal corticosteroids aid treatment of acute sinusitis in patients with a history of recurrent sinus symptoms? 386
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Do intranasal corticosteroids aid treatment of acute sinusitis in patients with a history of recurrent sinus symptoms? 386
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Do the risks of estrogen plus progestin outweigh the benefits in healthy postmenopausal women? 821
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Do the risks of estrogen plus progestin outweigh the benefits in healthy postmenopausal women? 821
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Does cerclage prevent preterm birth or decrease perinatal morbidity when performed on the identification of a short cervix by second-trimester ultrasound? 204
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Does cerclage prevent preterm birth or decrease perinatal morbidity when performed on the identification of a short cervix by second-trimester ultrasound? 204
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Does fecal occult blood screening reduce colorectal cancer morbidity? 412
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Does intra-auricular hyaluronate decrease symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee? 411
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Does intra-auricular hyaluronate decrease symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee? 411
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Does long-term bupropion (Zyban) use prevent smoking relapse after initial success at quitting smoking? 172
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Does long-term bupropion (Zyban) use prevent smoking relapse after initial success at quitting smoking? 172
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Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Does use of oxytocin and dinoprostone inserts shorten labor more than use of oxytocin after removal of dinoprostone? 479
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Does use of oxytocin and dinoprostone inserts shorten labor more than use of oxytocin after removal of dinoprostone? 479
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Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography are sensitive for severe carotid stenosis 916
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Duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance angiography are sensitive for severe carotid stenosis 916
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Epidurals do not increase the incidence of cesarean delivery 786
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Epidurals do not increase the incidence of cesarean delivery 786
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Erythromycin-resistant group A streptococci on the rise in schoolchildren 673
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Erythromycin-resistant group A streptococci on the rise in schoolchildren 673
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Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Ginkgo is not a smart pill 912
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Hair apposition technique is better than suturing scalp lacerations 818
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Hair apposition technique is better than suturing scalp lacerations 818
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Hemoccult tests are insensitive for upper gastrointestinal cancer 601
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Homeopathy ineffective for asthma 602
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Homeopathy ineffective for asthma 602
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How accurate is the Canadian C-spine rule for the detection of clinically significant cervical spine injuries? 10
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How accurate is the Canadian C-spine rule for the detection of clinically significant cervical spine injuries? 10
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How accurate is the D-dimer assay in diagnosing pulmonary embolism? 919
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How accurate is the D-dimer assay in diagnosing pulmonary embolism? 919
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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How do calcium channel blockers compare with beta-blockers, diuretics, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for hypertension? 482
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How effective are weekly antenatal steroids for decreasing the risks associated with preterm delivery? 13
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How effective are weekly antenatal steroids for decreasing the risks associated with preterm delivery? 13
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HPV testing plus Pap smear every 2 years most cost-effective cervical cancer screen 677
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HPV testing plus Pap smear every 2 years most cost-effective cervical cancer screen 677
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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In children hospitalized for asthma exacerbations, does adding ipratropium bromide to albuterol and corticosteroids improve outcome? 280
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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In patients with diabetes and hypertension, should treatment start with an ACE inhibitor instead of a diuretic or beta blocker? 203
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Increased risk of death with vaginal birth after cesarean at term 674
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Increased risk of death with vaginal birth after cesarean at term 674
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Inhaled fluticasone superior to montelukast in persistent asthma 780
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Inhaled fluticasone superior to montelukast in persistent asthma 780
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Inhaled salmeterol prevents high-altitude pulmonary edema 790
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Inhaled salmeterol prevents high-altitude pulmonary edema 790
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Intravenous albuterol effective for acute severe asthma 596
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Intravenous albuterol effective for acute severe asthma 596
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Is oral oseltamivir safe and effective for the prevention of influenza and its complications in frail elderly long-term care residents who have received influenza vaccine? 87
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Is splinting of distal radius torus fractures an acceptable alternative to casting? 382
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Is splinting of distal radius torus fractures an acceptable alternative to casting? 382
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Lansoprazole ineffective for functional dyspepsia 1015
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Lansoprazole ineffective for functional dyspepsia 1015
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Losartan more effective than atenolol in hypertension with left ventricular hypertrophy 599
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Maternal screening strategy more effective than risk-based approaches for preventing group B streptococcal disease in neonates 926
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Maternal screening strategy more effective than risk-based approaches for preventing group B streptococcal disease in neonates 926
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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No benefit to adding warfarin to aspirin after heart attack 518
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Nortriptyline effective for smoking cessation 1008
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Nortriptyline effective for smoking cessation 1008
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Revascularization not superior to conservative treatment of acute coronary syndromes 1011
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Revascularization not superior to conservative treatment of acute coronary syndromes 1011
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Risperidone improves behavior in children with autism 915
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Risperidone improves behavior in children with autism 915
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Routine diagnostic hysteroscopy not necessary for premenopausal women with abnormal bleeding 920
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Routine diagnostic hysteroscopy not necessary for premenopausal women with abnormal bleeding 920
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S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is safe and effective for osteoarthritis 667
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S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is safe and effective for osteoarthritis 667
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Screening decreases breast cancer-specific deaths but not all-cause mortality 513
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Screening decreases breast cancer-specific deaths but not all-cause mortality 513
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Several depression screening tools work equally well 511
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Several depression screening tools work equally well 511
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Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Shock wave therapy ineffective for plantar fasciitis 1017
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Shock wave therapy ineffective for plantar fasciitis 1017
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Should antioxidants be added to simvastatin and niacin for patients with coronary disease? 208
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Should patients with acute cough or bronchitis be treated with beta-2-agonists? 170
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Should patients with acute cough or bronchitis be treated with beta-2-agonists? 170
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Switching antidepressant classes often works in treatment-resistant depression 512
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Switching antidepressant classes often works in treatment-resistant depression 512
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Tissue adhesive works as well as suturing 517
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Tissue adhesive works as well as suturing 517
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Topical steroids more effective than antifungals for chronic paronychia 824
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Topical steroids more effective than antifungals for chronic paronychia 824
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Utility of Factor V Leiden testing for idiopathic venous thromboembolism is unclear 598
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Utility of Factor V Leiden testing for idiopathic venous thromboembolism is unclear 598
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Vasectomy not a risk factor for prostate cancer 791
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Vasectomy not a risk factor for prostate cancer 791
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Vitamin E may worsen acute respiratory tract infections in the elderly 925
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Vitamin E may worsen acute respiratory tract infections in the elderly 925
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What is the best diet to prevent recurrent calcium oxalate stones in patients with idiopathic hypercalciuria? 305
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What is the best diet to prevent recurrent calcium oxalate stones in patients with idiopathic hypercalciuria? 305
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What is the diagnostic accuracy of the clinician examination for meniscus or ligamentous knee injuries? 85
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What is the diagnostic accuracy of the clinician examination for meniscus or ligamentous knee injuries? 85
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Heliobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Heliobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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What is the relative cardiovascular benefit of lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes? 306
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What is the relative cardiovascular benefit of lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes? 306
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Which is better for the management of postpartum perineal pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen with codeine? 207
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Which is better for the management of postpartum perineal pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen with codeine? 207
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Which is more effective for as-needed treatment of seasonal allergy symptoms: intranasal corticosteroids or oral antihistamines? 281
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Which is most effective for osteoarthritis of the knee: rofecoxib, celecoxib, or acetaminophen? 307
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Which is most effective for osteoarthritis of the knee: rofecoxib, celecoxib, or acetaminophen? 307
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Which oral triptans are effective for the treatment of acute migraine? 176
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Which oral triptans are effective for the treatment of acute migraine? 176
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Postherpetic neuralgia [non-MeSH]

Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Several options effective for postherpetic neuralgia 514
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Treatment of postherpetic neuralgia 121
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Treatment of postherpetic neuralgia 121
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Postmenopause

Do the risks of estrogen plus progestin outweigh the benefits in healthy postmenopausal women? 821
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Do the risks of estrogen plus progestin outweigh the benefits in healthy postmenopausal women? 821
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Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women 875
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Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women 875
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Prevention of osteoporosis 287
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Prevention of osteoporosis 287
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Postnatal care

Are women with an unindented pregnancy less likely to breastfeed? 431
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Are women with an unindented pregnancy less likely to breastfeed? 431
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Associations of pacifier use, digit sucking, and child care attendance with cessation of breastfeeding 465
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Associations of pacifier use, digit sucking, and child care attendance with cessation of breastfeeding 465
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Factors associated with weaning in the first 3 months postpartum 439
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Factors associated with weaning in the first 3 months postpartum 439
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Maternal assessment of neonatal jaundice after hospital discharge 445
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Maternal assessment of neonatal jaundice after hospital discharge 445
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Maternal screening strategy more effective than risk-based approaches for preventing group B streptococcal disease in neonates 926
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Maternal screening strategy more effective than risk-based approaches for preventing group B streptococcal disease in neonates 926
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Supporting women in the transition to motherhood 449
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Supporting women in the transition to motherhood 449
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The impact of the maternal experience with a jaundiced newborn on the breastfeeding relationship 465
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The impact of the maternal experience with a jaundiced newborn on the breastfeeding relationship 465
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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What is the best therapy for constipation in infants? 682
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Postpartum perineal pain [non-MeSH]

Which is better for the management of postpartum perineal pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen with codeine? 207
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Which is better for the management of postpartum perineal pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen with codeine? 207
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Pregnancy

Are women with an unindented pregnancy less likely to breastfeed? 431
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Are women with an unindented pregnancy less likely to breastfeed? 431
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Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 129
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Do all hospitals need cesarean delivery capability? 129
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Does cerclage prevent preterm birth or decrease perinatal morbidity when performed on the identification of a short cervix by second-trimester ultrasound? 204
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Does cerclage prevent preterm birth or decrease perinatal morbidity when performed on the identification of a short cervix by second-trimester ultrasound? 204
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Does use of oxytocin and dinoprostone inserts shorten labor more than use of oxytocin after removal of dinoprostone? 479
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Does use of oxytocin and dinoprostone inserts shorten labor more than use of oxytocin after removal of dinoprostone? 479
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Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Epidurals do not increase the incidence of cesarean delivery 786
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Epidurals do not increase the incidence of cesarean delivery 786
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Factors associated with weaning in the first 3 months postpartum 439
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Factors associated with weaning in the first 3 months postpartum 439
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How effective are weekly antenatal steroids for decreasing the risks associated with preterm delivery? 13
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How effective are weekly antenatal steroids for decreasing the risks associated with preterm delivery? 13
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Increased risk of death with vaginal birth after cesarean at term 674
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Increased risk of death with vaginal birth after cesarean at term 674
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Maternal screening strategy more effective than risk-based approaches for preventing group B streptococcal disease in neonates 926
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Maternal screening strategy more effective than risk-based approaches for preventing group B streptococcal disease in neonates 926
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Should intrathecal narcotics be used as a sole labor analgesic? A prospective comparison of spinal opioids and epidural bupivacaine 630
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Should intrathecal narcotics be used as a sole labor analgesic? A prospective comparison of spinal opioids and epidural bupivacaine 630
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Supporting women in the transition to motherhood 449
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Supporting women in the transition to motherhood 449
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Which is better for the management of postpartum perineal pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen with codeine? 207
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Which is better for the management of postpartum perineal pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen with codeine? 207
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Premenopause

Approach to the perimenopausal patient 271
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Approach to the perimenopausal patient 271
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Premenstrual syndrome

Are progesterone or progestogens effective in managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms? 109
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Are progesterone or progestogens effective in managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms? 109
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Preterm birth

Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Does uterine contraction frequency adequately predict preterm labor and delivery? 416
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Recruiting for a randomized controlled trial from an ethnically diverse population: Lessons from the Maternal Infection and Preterm Labor Study 760
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Recruiting for a randomized controlled trial from an ethnically diverse population: Lessons from the Maternal Infection and Preterm Labor Study 760
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Professional autonomy

Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Progesterone

Are progesterone or progestogens effective in managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms? 109
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Are progesterone or progestogens effective in managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms? 109
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Prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase

Randomized placebo-controlled trial comparing efficacy and safety of valdecoxib with naproxen in patients with osteoarthritis 530
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Randomized placebo-controlled trial comparing efficacy and safety of valdecoxib with naproxen in patients with osteoarthritis 530
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Prostate-specific antigen

Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Prostatic neoplasms

Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Is prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening indicated for any subgroup of men? 113
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Vasectomy not a risk factor for prostate cancer 791
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Vasectomy not a risk factor for prostate cancer 791
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Proton pump inhibitors [non-MeSH]

Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Is lansoprazole (Prevacid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) more effective in treating erosive esophagitis? 384
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Psychotropic drugs

Nortriptyline effective for smoking cessation 1008
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Nortriptyline effective for smoking cessation 1008
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Risperidone improves behavior in children with autism 915
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Risperidone improves behavior in children with autism 915
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Public health

On the front lines: Family physicians' preparedness for bioterrorism 745
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On the front lines: Family physicians' preparedness for bioterrorism 745
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Publication

Experience, expertise, or specialty? Uses and misuses of a reference 168
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Experience, expertise, or specialty? Uses and misuses of a reference 168
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Pulmonary disease, chronic obstructive

Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Does long-term erythromycin treatment reduce the number of common cold infections and subsequent exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? 112
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Pulmonary edema

Inhaled salmeterol prevents high-altitude pulmonary edema 790
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Inhaled salmeterol prevents high-altitude pulmonary edema 790
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Pulmonary embolism

How accurate is the D-dimer assay in diagnosing pulmonary embolism? 919
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How accurate is the D-dimer assay in diagnosing pulmonary embolism? 919
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Quality of care

Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Does career dissatisfaction affect the ability of family physicians to deliver high-quality patient care? 223
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Radius

Is splinting of distal radius torus fractures an acceptable alternative to casting? 382
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Is splinting of distal radius torus fractures an acceptable alternative to casting? 382
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Referral and consultation

Family physicians' referral decisions: Results from the ASPN Referral Study 215
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Family physicians' referral decisions: Results from the ASPN Referral Study 215
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Religion

Challenges posed by a scientific approach to spiritual issues 259
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Challenges posed by a scientific approach to spiritual issues 259
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Spirituality Index of Well-Being Scale: Development and testing of a new measure 952
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Spirituality Index of Well-Being Scale: Development and testing of a new measure 952
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What do family physicians think about spirituality in clinical practice? 249
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What do family physicians think about spirituality in clinical practice? 249
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Research

Building research capacity in family medicine: Evaluation of the Grant Generating Project 593
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Building research capacity in family medicine: Evaluation of the Grant Generating Project 593
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Primary care family physicians and 2 hospitalist models: Comparison of outcomes, processes, and costs 1021
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Primary care family physicians and 2 hospitalist models: Comparison of outcomes, processes, and costs 1021
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The time is right to unite 808
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The time is right to unite 808
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Respiratory tract infections

Delayed antibiotic prescriptions: What are the experiences and attitudes of physicians and patients? 954
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Delayed antibiotic prescriptions: What are the experiences and attitudes of physicians and patients? 954
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Does amoxicillin improve outcomes in patients with purulent rhinorrhea? A pragmatic randomized double-blind controlled trial in family practice 317
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Does amoxicillin improve outcomes in patients with purulent rhinorrhea? A pragmatic randomized double-blind controlled trial in family practice 317
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Is roxithromycin better than amoxicillin in the treatment of acute lower respiratory tract infections in primary care? A double-blind randomized controlled trial 329
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Is roxithromycin better than amoxicillin in the treatment of acute lower respiratory tract infections in primary care? A double-blind randomized controlled trial 329
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Vitamin E may worsen acute respiratory tract infections in the elderly 925
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Vitamin E may worsen acute respiratory tract infections in the elderly 925
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Heliobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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What is the most effective regimen for eradication of Heliobacter pylori in patients who have failed a first eradication attempt? 14
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Revascularization [non-MeSH]

Revascularization not superior to conservative treatment of acute coronary syndromes 1011
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Revascularization not superior to conservative treatment of acute coronary syndromes 1011
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Rhinitis

Evaluation and treatment of the patient with allergic rhinitis 883
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Evaluation and treatment of the patient with allergic rhinitis 883
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis? 616
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How effective are nasal steroids combined with nonsedating antihistamines for seasonal allergic rhinitis? 616
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Rhinorrhea

Amoxicillin of minimal benefit for purulent rhinorrhea 672
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Amoxicillin of minimal benefit for purulent rhinorrhea 672
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Rotator cuff

What is the initial approach to the treatment of shoulder pain? 22
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What is the initial approach to the treatment of shoulder pain? 22
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S

S-adenosylmethionine

S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is safe and effective for osteoarthritis 667
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S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is safe and effective for osteoarthritis 667
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Safety and efficacy of S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) for osteoarthritis 425
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Safety and efficacy of S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) for osteoarthritis 425
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Selective estrogen receptor modulators

Benefits of tamoxifen for breast cancer prevention do not always outweigh overall risks 1016
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Benefits of tamoxifen for breast cancer prevention do not always outweigh overall risks 1016
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Serotonin uptake inhibitors

Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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Are SSRIs and TCAs equally effective for the treatment of panic disorder? 279
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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Sex

Does the patient's sex influence cardiovascular outcome after acute myocardial infarction? 237
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Does the patient's sex influence cardiovascular outcome after acute myocardial infarction? 237
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Seeking medical help for sexual concerns: Frequency, barriers, and missed opportunities 706
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Seeking medical help for sexual concerns: Frequency, barriers, and missed opportunities 706
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Sexual dysfunctions, psychological

Cigarette smoking and erectile dysfunction 81
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Cigarette smoking and erectile dysfunction 81
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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What are the treatment options for SSRI-related sexual dysfunction? 681
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Sexuality

Seeking medical help for sexual concerns: Frequency, barriers, and missed opportunities 706
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Seeking medical help for sexual concerns: Frequency, barriers, and missed opportunities 706
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Shoulder pain

Evaluation of shoulder pain 605
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Evaluation of shoulder pain 605
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Managing musculoskeletal complaints with rehabilitation therapy: Panel evidence-based clinical practice guidelines on musculoskeletal rehabilitation interventions 1042
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Shoulder joint capsule distension (hydroplasty) 61
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Shoulder joint capsule distension (hydroplasty) 61
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What is the initial approach to the treatment of shoulder pain? 22
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What is the initial approach to the treatment of shoulder pain? 22
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Sigmoidoscopy

Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Are we doing enough to screen for colorectal cancer? Findings from the 1999 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 761
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Sinusitis

Do intranasal corticosteroids aid treatment of acute sinusitis in patients with a history of recurrent sinus symptoms? 386
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Do intranasal corticosteroids aid treatment of acute sinusitis in patients with a history of recurrent sinus symptoms? 386
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Does amoxicillin improve outcomes in patients with purulent rhinorrhea? A pragmatic randomized double-blind controlled trial in family practice 317
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Does amoxicillin improve outcomes in patients with purulent rhinorrhea? A pragmatic randomized double-blind controlled trial in family practice 317
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Efficacy of daily hypertonic saline nasal irrigation among patients with sinusitis: A randomized controlled trial 1049
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Efficacy of daily hypertonic saline nasal irrigation among patients with sinusitis: A randomized controlled trial 1049
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Where next with antibiotics and respiratory tract infections? 337
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Sleep apnea, obstructive

Bilateral leg edema, pulmonary hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea 561
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Bilateral leg edema, pulmonary hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea 561
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Sleep disorders

The relationship between insomnia and health-related quality of life in patients with chronic illness 229
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The relationship between insomnia and health-related quality of life in patients with chronic illness 229
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