Which of the following statements about selective COX-2 inhibitors is incorrect?

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Their pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties are comparable to non-selective NSAIDs.They lack cardioprotective benefits.They are safe for use in patients with impaired kidney function.They cause fewer gastrointestinal side effects.

Explanation

Selective COX-2 inhibitors have similar analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects as non-selective NSAIDs and tend to produce fewer gastrointestinal side effects. However, they do not provide cardioprotective effects and are not considered safe for patients with renal impairment.