Hypodermoclysis, the subcutaneous infusion of fluids, is a useful and easy hydration technique
suitable for mildly to moderately dehydrated adult patients, especially the elderly. The …

Background: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF) can be caused by gain-of-function mutations
in genes, encoding the cardiac potassium channel subunits KCNJ2, KCNE1, and KCNH2 …

A 60-year-old female patient presented to our clinic with complaints of abdominal distention.
The rapid ac cumulation of fluid was originally thought to be ascites, based on …

Objective: To describe a successful experience with a high dose (1000 μg/hr) of transdermal
fentanyl for cancer pain relief. Case Report: A 62-year-old man suffering from rectal …

Context A major step in end-of-life care was achieved in December 2005 when the Israeli
parliament passed the “Dying Patient Law.” The law (§31–§36) allows a competent person, …

3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitors (statins) cause mainly muscular
adverse effects. During the last 20 years there has been solid evidence of peripheral …

Purpose The purpose of this study was to evaluate safety, feasibility, and efficacy of continuous
drug delivery by the subcutaneous route through a solution bag connected to an infusion …

Purpose Opioids are the cornerstone of therapy for cancer patients with moderate to severe
pain. The objective was to characterize opioid purchases by cancer patients in Clalit Health …

Background Since minor surgical and musculoskeletal problems are commonly seen in
primary care, primary care physicians are expected to possess the skills required to perform …

Background Sexual dysfunction is characterized by disturbances in sexual desire and/or
psycho-physiological changes associated with the sexual response cycle in men and women. …