Reevaluating Beta-Blocker Use After Heart Attacks
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Recent clinical trials and meta-analyses suggest that routine use of beta-blockers after myocardial infarction may not provide significant benefits in modern treatment settings, prompting a reconsideration of current practice guidelines.
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