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Retractions in the medical literature: how many patients are put at risk by flawed research?

July 6, 2011

Steen G. J Med Ethics. 2011;37(11):688-92.

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This commentary discusses how error and fraud in published research can adversely affect provider practice and patient care. The authors focus on several medications and their associated controversies, including concerns about off-label marketing and use.

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