Shared Care to Destination Therapy Left Ventricular Assist Device Site: a Novel Strategy to Start a Successful Mechanical Circulatory Support Program.

Purpose Of Review: Heart failure is an important healthcare issue because of its high prevalence, mortality, and morbidity. Advanced heart failure therapies have improved significantly over the years with improved outcomes. Heart transplantation remains an elusive treatment option for most patients; hence, the need for alternative therapy has given rise to the use of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices, initially as bridge to transplantation, but with more recent use as destination therapy.

The evolution of dual antiplatelet therapy in the setting of acute coronary syndrome: ticagrelor versus clopidogrel.

Review of: Wallentin L, Becker RC, Budaj A, et al. Ticagrelor versus clopidogrel in patients with acute coronary syndromes. N Eng J Med 2009; 361(11): 1045-1057.

Legionella micdadei infection presenting as severe secretory diarrhea and a solitary pulmonary mass.

Sixty percent of infections with non-pneumophila species of Legionella are caused by Legionella micdadei. Although diarrhea is a common symptom of legionellosis, including that due to L. micdadei infection, severe, life-threatening diarrhea is rare.

Trends in the use of cameras and computer technology among dermatologists in New York City 2001-2002.

Background: Photography and computers can enhance dermatologic visit documentation and care.

Objective: To determine dermatologists' use of cameras and computers.

Methods: We surveyed computer and camera use during the Dermatologic Society of Greater New York's meetings in January 2001 and 2002.