Case report: Thrombus in transit-a cause of impending paradoxical embolism.

Background: A thrombus in transit (TIT) is a life-threatening condition associated with pulmonary embolism (PE). While TIT was once considered a rare diagnosis, its emergence has risen in recent years mainly through advancement in medical technology. Rare cases of a thrombus in transit crossing a patent foramen ovale in the context of pulmonary embolism have been reported.

[Outpatient use of topical antimicrobials in Spain associated with other drugs (2005-2007)].

Introduction: The consumption of antibiotics for systemic use has been well studied. However, data of topical use in our country are an anecdotal reference in the literature.

Objective: To evaluate the outpatient use of topical antimicrobials in Spain associated with other drugs during the period December 2005 and November 2007.