41.   But neither should surgery be done before a patient really needs it, specialists say.

42.   But patients need to realize that the decision involves more than just getting the blood test.

43.   But it is too early to know how long the remissions will last and how long patients will need to take Gleevec.

44.   But patients also need room to mourn their losses.

45.   But Levine says patients need to know what to expect.

46.   But researchers say that not all hepatitis C patients need Rebetron, which can have severe side effects including flulike symptoms, anemia, depression and suicidal behavior.

47.   But some patients need extra help.

48.   But, she added, patients also need extensive counseling and education to benefit from the device.

49.   Clearly, the patient needs to be protected, but what about the rights of doctors?

50.   Clinical studies showed the drug was safe and effective, though some patients might need higher doses, the FDA said in a statement.