Beneficial and Toxic Effects of Aspirin

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CRC Press, 6 dic 1993 - 144 páginas
Recently, aspirin has been found to be associated with a decreased risk of heart disease and other newly found health benefits. However, it produces allergy-like and toxic effects in many individuals. Beneficial and Toxic Effects of Aspirin reviews in a single volume the benefits of aspirin and its adverse effects. A panel of experts has been gathered to contribute to this work, providing a balanced view of multiple topics. Contributors to this volume include outstanding allergists who describe bronchial and skin sensitivity to aspirin as well as prevention and treatment. Other experts cover:
 

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History Uses Labeling and Poison Prevention Packaging
3
Prostaglandins Other Lipid Mediators and the Mechanism
11
Aspirin Toxicity
23
Aspirin and Gastrointestinal Toxicity
31
Aspirin Sensitivity in the Respiratory System
39
AspirinRelated Urticaria and Angioedema
57
The Role of Aspirin in Chemoprevention of Cancer and
67
Effects of Aspirin on Female Reproductive Function and
73
The Role of Aspirin
89
Therapeutic Implications
99
Veterinary Use and Misuse
111
Summary and Conclusion
120
Index
125
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