Indian heart journal
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Indian heart journal · May 2001
Clinical TrialIs off-pump coronary artery bypass surgery safe for left main coronary artery stenosis?
The feasibility of off-pump coronary artery bypass surgery has been well demonstrated. The purpose of the present study was to assess the safety and efficacy of off-pump coronary artery surgery in patients with left main coronary artery disease. ⋯ Off-pump coronary artery bypass surgery is safe and effective for patients with left main coronary artery disease.
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Indian heart journal · May 2001
Prescribing patterns and cost of antihypertensive drugs in an internal medicine clinic.
Antihypertensive agents are selected primarily for their ability to prevent morbidity and mortality related to hypertension. ⋯ The results of our study emphasize the need to encourage frequent use of diuretics. Since the costs of different antihypertensives vary considerably, newer and relatively expensive antihypertensives should be prescribed only when clearly indicated.