Oesophageal varices are abnormal, enlarged veins in the oesophagus, associated with severe liver disease.

The Psychotropic Register (PTR) tool has been offered for recording and monitoring consumers receiving psychotropic medications, and possible opportunities to reduce or remove these medications when appropriate.

QTc Interval is the duration between the Q wave and the end of the T wave on an electrocardiogram (ECG) measured in milliseconds (ms).

There is no specific data about the risks of having obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and contracting COVID-19 or if the severity will be worse.

As of the 1st of October 2021, nicotine for use in e-cigarettes is now a Schedule 4 medicine.

We are often asked whether PPIs should be continued or ceased. This week’s Clinical Pearl investigates reasons in favour and against deprescribing.