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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, expressed or implied, with

respect to the currency, completeness, or accuracy of the contents of the publication.

Application of this information in a particular situation remains the professional

responsibility of the practitioner; the clinical treatments described and recommended

may not be considered absolute and universal recommendations.

The authors, editors, and publisher have exerted every effort to ensure that

drug selection and dosage set forth in this text are in accordance with the 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 have Food and

Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for limited use in restricted research settings.

It is the responsibility of the healthcare provider to ascertain the FDA status of each

drug or device planned for use in his or her clinical practice.