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October 4th 2024
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September 27th 2024
Left Untreated, Moderate Aortic Valve Stenosis Has High Mortality Risk
June 30th 2014Although valve replacement is indicated when aortic valve stenosis (AS) is severe, experts have struggled with crafting evidence-based recommendations in the presence of mild or moderate AS, which has led to inconsistent practices and surgical guidelines.
Implantable Device Reduces Hospitalizations and Other Risks Associated with Atrial Fibrillation
New research financed by Medtronic Inc. suggests that implantable cardiac resynchronization therapy devices governed by its new algorithms may reduce atrial fibrillation-related complications in patients who have experienced heart failure.
Prophylaxis Protocols Improve Post-op Venous Thromboembolism Outcomes
June 25th 2014By emphasizing early postoperative mobilization alongside mandatory venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk stratification and concurrent electronic prophylaxis recommendations, hospitals can significantly reduce the likelihood of VTE complications among surgical patients.
Preventive Implantable Cardioverter-defibrillators Improve Survival in Heart Failure Patients
A retrospective cohort study of Medicare beneficiaries hospitalized for heart failure with a left ventricular ejection fraction between 30-35% found improved 3-year survival rates among those who received a prophylactic implantable cardioverter-defibrillators compared to those with no ICD.
Transplantation of Human Islet Cells Safe and Effective in Type 1 Diabetes
June 18th 2014Phase III trial shows that transplanted purified human pancreatic islets safely restored sustained near-normoglycemia and provided protection from severe hypoglycemia in patients with long-standing type 1 diabetes and iatrogenic hypoglycemia.
Trends in Negligent Treatment of Distal Radius Fractures
June 3rd 2014The high volume of distal radius procedures combined with an elevated risk for adverse outcomes such as malunion, loss of radial length, inclination, and volar or dorsal angulation make surgeries in the forearm ripe for malpractice claims.