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Many modern oncology trials prioritize drug approval over patient welfare, often using inferior control arms that do not reflect the best available treatment.

Integrating telehealth into opioid treatment programs drastically improves hepatitis C cure rates, particularly among underserved populations, by facilitating seamless access to DAAs and continuous follow-up care.

Early oral or enteral feeding in acute pancreatitis patients is now recommended to minimize complications and improve recovery, moving away from traditional NPO and parenteral nutrition practices.

Prehospital management of blood pressure in patients with suspected acute stroke shows varying impacts depending on the stroke type. Immediate reduction improves outcomes in hemorrhagic stroke but may worsen outcomes in ischemic stroke, emphasizing the need for tailored approaches in early stroke care.

Recent advancements in atrial fibrillation management emphasize the benefits of maintaining sinus rhythm through techniques like catheter ablation, which has been associated with reduced cardiovascular complications and better overall patient outcomes.