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Congenital heart disease: an overview

An overview of the causes, diagnosis and treatments for congenital heart disease.…

Published: 27 May 2025

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Case-based learning: nutrition and feeding considerations for hospitalised neonates

When neonates are faced with feeding constraints, it is important that pharmacists work effectively within the multidisciplinary team to improve decision-making and provide effective support for mothers and families.…

Published: 18 March 2025

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Prescribing dilemma: angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for heart failure in an older patient

The fourth article of our new prescribing dilemmas series, exploring real-world dilemmas that pharmacist prescribers encounter in clinical practice.…

Published: 10 December 2024

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Cardiac chest pain: identification, referral and management in primary care

Chest discomfort is a common symptom with several possible causes. This article outlines how pharmacists can differentiate symptoms and identify when patients are likely to be experiencing myocardial ischaemia.…

Published: 8 October 2024

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Lipid-lowering therapies for the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease in primary care

An overview of updated guidance relating to the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease can be applied in practice, considering the availability of newer medications.…

Published: 27 September 2024

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Paediatric arrhythmias: pathophysiology, types and pharmaceutical management

While many arrhythmias in children are harmless, it is vital to distinguish between the different types to ensure that potentially harmful ones are identified early and treatment plans are optimised for the patient.…

Published: 16 July 2024

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