Croatian medical journal
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Croatian medical journal · Feb 2011
Comparative Study Clinical TrialBlood lactate levels in patients receiving first- or second- generation antipsychotics.
To compare the blood lactate levels between patients with psychotic disorder receiving first- and those receiving second-generation antipsychotics. ⋯ It is important to be aware of the potential effect of haloperidol treatment on increase in blood lactate levels and occurrence of extrapyramidal side effects. Therefore, alternative antipsychotics should be prescribed with lower risk of adverse side effects.
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Croatian medical journal · Feb 2011
Urban-rural differences in a population-based breast cancer screening program in Croatia.
To investigate urban-rural differences in the distribution of risk factors for breast cancer. ⋯ Identification of rural-urban differences in mammography use and their causes at the population level can be useful in designing and implementing interventions targeted at the reduction of inequalities and modifiable risk factors.