Reduction of iron stores and cardiovascular outcomes in patients with peripheral arterial disease: A randomized controlled trial

Article Abstract:

A randomized controlled trial is used to test the hypothesis that reducing body iron stores through phlebotomy will influence clinical outcomes in patients with symptomatic peripheral arterial disease (PAD). The results have shown that reduction of body iron stores in patients with symptomatic PAD have not decreased all-cause mortality or death plus nonfatal myocardial infarction and stroke.

Health aspects, Patient outcomes, Peripheral vascular diseases, Phlebotomy, Veins, Clinical report

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Analgesic effect of the synthetic cannabinoid CT-3 on chronic neuropathic pain: a randomized controlled trial

Article Abstract:

A synthetic version of the active ingredient in marijuana called CT-3 may be effective in treating chronic nervous system pain, according to a study of 21 patients. CT-3 had no adverse effects on the brain, did not cause addiction, and had few serious side effects. The drug is produced by Creapharm of Le Haillan, France.

Evaluation, Drug therapy, Cannabinoids, Chronic pain

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