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. 2021 May 1;121(5):24.
doi: 10.1097/01.NAJ.0000751092.65183.a5.

Concerns About Fluoroquinolones and Aortic Aneurysm

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Concerns About Fluoroquinolones and Aortic Aneurysm

Diane S Aschenbrenner. Am J Nurs. .

Abstract

Recent research indicates that all adults may be at risk for aortic aneurysm after fluoroquinolone use, not only those with aortic aneurysm risk factors.

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    1. Newton ER, et al. Association of fluoroquinolone use with short-term risk of development of aortic aneurysm. JAMA Surg 2021;156(3):264–72.

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