POET Trial: Partial Oral versus Intravenous Antibiotic Treatment of Endocarditis
EBM, Journal Club
Clinical Question: In clinically stable patients with endocarditis, does a shift from IV to PO administration of antibiotics result in similar efficacy and safety when compared to continued IV antibiotic therapy?
Effect of Hydroxyurea on the Frequency of Painful Crises in Sickle Cell Anemia
EBM, Landmark Research
Norfloxacin Prevents Bacterial Infection in Cirrhotics with Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
EBM, Landmark Research
This is an early study showing the benefits of adjunctive antibiotic therapy when cirrhotic patients present with GI bleed.