Publisher’s Note
Care has been taken to conﬁrm the accuracy of the information presented and to describe generally accepted practices. However, the authors, editors, and 
publisher are not responsible for errors or omissions or for any consequences from application of the information in this book and make no warranty, express 
or implied, with respect to the contents of the publication.
The authors, editors, and publisher have exerted every effort to ensure that any drug selection and dosage set forth in this text are in accordance 
with current recommendations and practice at the time of publication. However, in view of ongoing research, changes in government regulations, and the 
constant ﬂow of information relating to drug therapy and drug reactions, the reader is urged to check the package insert for each drug for any change in 
indications and dosage and for added warnings and precautions. This is particularly important when the recommended agent is a new or infrequently 
employed drug.
Some drugs and medical devices presented in this publication may have Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for limited use in restricted 
research settings. It is the responsibility of the health care provider to ascertain the FDA status of each drug or device planned for use in their clinical 
practice.
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