Brit J Hosp Med
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A joint working party has produced evidence-based guidelines for the prophylaxis and treatment of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections in the U. K. These guidelines will help clinicians choose appropriate therapy and point to areas where further research is needed. This review summarizes the main recommendations and discusses their implementation into clinical practice.
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Otosdcerosis is an autosomal dominant condition affecting the temporal bone. It presents predominantly with deafness in a young population. This review looks at the aetiological theories, present treatment strategies and surgical outcomes of this condition.