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Ertapenem
Ertapenem (Invanz) is an intravenous carbapenem antibiotic. Compared to meropenem, ertapenem has a more limited spectrum of activity, notably lacking…
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Ebstein Anomaly
Ebstein anomaly is a rare (~0.005% of the general population) congenital heart condition characterized by the apical displacement of the…
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Desmopressin (DDAVP) Clamp
Patients with severe hyponatremia ([Na+] < 120 mEq/L) can present with altered mentation, seizures, lethargy, and even coma. After identifying…
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V-Wave® Ventura® Interatrial Shunt
At the time of this writing, the V-Wave® Ventura® Interatrial Shunt system is an investigational device aiming to improve the…
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Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (OPCABG)
Off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (OPCABG) is a surgical revascularization technique where grafts are anastomosed to coronary arteries to bypass…
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Cangrelor
Cangrelor (Kengreal) is an intravenous P2Y12 platelet inhibitor which is run as a continuous infusion. Unlike clopidogrel (Plavix) which is…