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The use of diltiazem, especially at doses exceeding 120 mg/d, appears to contribute to a heightened risk of serious bleeding compared with metoprolol in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) who are receiving oral anticoagulant therapy, according to a retrospective cohort study.

In the placebo-controlled ORBITA-COSMIC* trial, an implantable coronary sinus reducer (CSR) does not increase transmural myocardial perfusion, but it reduces the frequency of angina and improves quality of life (QoL) in patients with no further antianginal options.

Grief-focused cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy are both beneficial to individuals with prolonged grief disorder, although CBT is associated with greater symptom reductions, as shown in a study.

People who practice unhealthy eating habits tend to be at higher risk of depressive symptoms, suggests a Japan study. This association appears to be partially driven by a reduced intake of nutrients with mood-improving effects.

In patients undergoing open gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, the use of a plastic wound protector results in lower rates of surgical site infections (SSIs) compared with the use of a conventional surgical gauze, according to a study.