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Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol Lowering With Evolocumab and Outcomes in Patients With Peripheral Artery Disease: Insights From the FOURIER Trial

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Authors: Bonaca MP et al. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29133605 #Secondary Prevention in Peripheral Vascular Disease A. Period of study: The parent FOURIER trial recruited participants from February 2013 to June 2015. Patients were followed for a median of 2.2 years. It was conducted at 1,242 sites across 49 countries. B. Publication date & Journal: Journal: CirculationOnline publication: 13th […]

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Efficacy and safety of more intensive lowering of LDL cholesterol: a meta-analysis of data from 170,000 participants in 26 randomised trials

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Authors: C Baigent at al, Cholesterol Treatment Trialists’ (CTT) Collaboration 1; Lancet 2010 Nov 13;376(9753):1670-81. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(10)61350-5 https://www.thelancet.com/article/S0140-6736(10)61350-5/fulltext #Secondary Prevention in Peripheral Vascular Disease A. Period of study (start – end): Included trials were published from 1994-2009 B. Publication date & Journal: November, 2010 The Lancet Journal Impact Factor (2025): 109.0 C. TL;DR (Bottom Line)

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Lessons from the First Year as a Vascular Surgery Trainee in UK & a “Failed” ARCP

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Another year and another outcome 51 in my ARCP2 to crown one of my hardest but also fulfilling years as a Surgical Trainee. My transition into becoming a Vascular Registrar was as equally humbling as it was exciting. This post highlights my key experiences and takeaways:   1. Did I choose the Right Specialty? 2.

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Your First 30 days as an ST3 Registrar in NHS placement: How to prepare

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A friend recently asked me how to make the most of their first ST3 placement. It prompted me to reflect on my own journey and consider the advice I’d give myself if I was starting again. Those early weeks can set the tone for your entire training year, getting it right from the start can

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Failed To Get A ST3 Or CST NTN? Here Is What To Do Next

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If you’re reading this, the unfortunate truth is that it’s already too late for your last application. But it’s still okay, don’t dwell on it. It’s time to be honest with yourself and focus on what’s next. The good news? It’s not too late for your next application. Yes, your last application didn’t go through

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ISCP UK Surgical Skill Competency Levels – simplified:

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I’ve distilled the UK surgical skill competency levels into three simple categories based on my personal experience: Level 1–2: The Beginner/ Novice (House Officer/ Junior Registrar)Doesn’t know where to cut, what to cut, or, most importantly, what not to cut. Level 3: The Amateur (Registrar)Has learnt where to cut, what to cut, and crucially, what

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Should You Pursue Core Surgical Training? Key Considerations and Alternatives

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What is Core Surgical Training? Core Surgical Training (CST) is a two-year programme designed to provide early-stage doctors with essential surgical skills and knowledge. It serves as the initial step into surgical specialty training in the UK. Overseen by the Royal Colleges of Surgery, CST involves a competitive national recruitment process managed by Health Education

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Rising Competition in UK Surgical Specialties and How to Maximise Your Chances

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Entering specialty training in the UK has become more challenging over the years, as seen in the annually published competition ratios by Health Education England (HEE). For instance, applications for GP training rose from 5,166 in 2019 (with a competition ratio of 1.34:1) to 15,036 in 2024 (3.67:1). But what do these numbers signify, and

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The Fast Track Pathway to CCT as UK Consultant: Parallel or Serial Medical Career Paths

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The truth of the matter is that training to become a medical consultant takes many years. Starting from medical school, it typically requires at least 15 years in the best-case scenario (Fig 1), though this is rarely the case. Between life events, identifying your specialist interest, and building a portfolio for your chosen specialty, the

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