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Publication Bias and Therapeutic Fashion

Sensible Medicine

Not only did it change the management of patients with MI, the trial began the evidence-based practice movement. It made perfect sense that suppressing bad things would help people. But our belief was wrong. And that is why CAST was so important. Sensible Medicine is a reader-supported publication.

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Episode 24 - First Trimester Pregnancy Emergencies: Recognition and Management

EB Medicine

A 2015 randomized trial found similar outcomes for IM methotrexate compared to placebo for tubal ectopics. Initial study conclusions are promising. But again, you need to know the characteristics of the test at your ER. Jeff: One more controversy in this issue is that of expectant management for ectopic pregnancy.