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| 601 | COVER
ARTICLE Intracranial Aneurysms: Current Evidence and Clinical Practice
Most intracranial aneurysms remain asymptomatic until the time of rupture. Because of the morbidity and mortality of surgical intervention, screening for aneurysms remains controversial. |
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DECISION-MAKING Percutaneous Vertebroplasty: New Treatment for Vertebral Compression Fractures
Percutaneous vertebroplasty is a newer technique for the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures. This procedure involves the injection of a cement-like substance into the painful fractured vertebral body to stabilize and strengthen the vertebra. |
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Editorial: "Vertebroplasty: Weighing the Benefits and the Risks," p. 565 | ||||
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Allergy Testing
Physicians frequently encounter patients with allergic diseases. Allergy testing can help determine if a patient's problem is caused by an allergy and identify the allergen. |
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THERAPEUTICS Benefits and Risks of Psychiatric Medications During Pregnancy
Maternal use of psychiatric medications has potential risks for and benefits to the health of mother and child. Treatment decisions should be individualized. |
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PROCEDURES Tick Removal
Timely and complete removal of ticks is essential to reduce the risk of infection and disease transmission. |
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Neurological Institute, Phoenix, Ariz.
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