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Invited Discussant, "Measurable Outcomes Of Quality Improvement In The Intensive Care Unit", Christopher Michetti

Christopher P. Michetti, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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The Perioperative Librarian: Luxury Or Necessity?, Denise Hersey, Viji Kurup

Denise Hersey

There has been an explosion of medical information in the past decade. Current clinical practice demands that anesthesiologists be aware of current treatments and procedures, along with the latest practice standards and guidelines. The need to be able to rapidly retrieve relevant, accurate clinical information at the point of care is now felt more than ever. This review explores the impact of clinical medical librarians, with particular emphasis on their application in the perioperative setting. RECENT FINDINGS: An increasing number of hospitals are turning to medical librarians to help clinicians improve their information-seeking skills. As a result, the role of …

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Developments In The Pharmacotherapy Of The Overactive Bladder, Donna Sellers, Neil Mckay

Donna Sellers

Purpose of review
The overactive bladder is a common and distressing condition that has a significant impact on the quality of life of many people worldwide. Anticholinergics remain the first line in pharmacotherapy, however the use of these agents is hindered by adverse effects and limited efficacy. Thus there is a need for more effective treatments. Recently, there has been a move towards targeting novel pathways thought to play a role in overactivity. This review aims to provide an insight into the recent developments in pharmacotherapy of the overactive bladder.

Recent findings
With recent advances in our understanding of the …