Arrhythmia

Urologists Should Recognize the Cardiac Safety of Prescribed Medications, Article Concludes

Published in Medical Letter on the CDC and FDA, August 24th, 2008

A paper published in the current issue of Reviews in Urology (2008; 10(2):85-91) concludes that urologists and other physicians treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) should prescribe medications that do not affect the heart's electrical activity (heart repolarization), especially since most men with BPH are older and often take other medications that also may impact the heart.

"In the complex and fast-paced world of medicine, where patient safety is a primary concern, physicians need to be assured that they are using agents and the best possible safety profile. This is particularly important with agents that affect heart rhythm and may predispose patients to...

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Source: Medical Letter on the CDC and FDA (2008-08-24)

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