Precursors of Cardiovascular Disease and Emerging Strategies With StatinsCMEDyslipidemia is only one signal of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Inflammation is a frequent precursor of cardiac-related events. Drs. Willerson, Ballantyne, and Ridker critically examine the mechanisms of atherosclerosis, elevated C-reactive protein and other risk factors, and statin therapy to preemptively address or ameliorate CVD.
Local-Regional Management Issues in Breast CancerCMEControversies in the local-regional management of breast cancer include increasing rates of bilateral mastectomy, management of the axilla, and the use of subtype to guide therapy.