Brit J Hosp Med
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This review looks at new therapeutic developments for the increasingly recognized problem of sarcopenia. Increased adiposity and reduced lean body mass characterize ageing men. The potential therapeutic role of the growth hormone/insulin-like growth factor axis, androgen modulators and myostatin inhibition are discussed.
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Botulinum toxin is now a treatment for many conditions. It is undergoing increasing use in several different unlicensed urological clinical situations which are outlined in this article. The article discusses the available evidence relating to its use, effectiveness and safety.
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A joint working party has produced evidence-based guidelines for the prophylaxis and treatment of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections in the U. K. These guidelines will help clinicians choose appropriate therapy and point to areas where further research is needed. This review summarizes the main recommendations and discusses their implementation into clinical practice.
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In 1996 the University of Liverpool reformed its medical course from a very traditional lecture-based curriculum to an integrated problem-based learning curriculum. This article summarizes the results of questionnaires sent to both traditional and reformed curricula Liverpool graduates asking them to assess their competencies.