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Higher carotid arterial stenting rates associated with poorer clinical outcomes
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Among eligible Medicare beneficiaries, increased use of carotid arterial stenting (CAS) procedures to treat carotid stenosis--the narrowing of the carotid artery--is associated with higher rates of mortality and adverse clinical ...
Less than 1 in 3 Toronto bystanders who witness a cardiac arrest try to help: Study
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Researchers at St. Michael's Hospital working in conjunction with EMS services, paramedics and fire services across Ontario found that a bystander who attempts cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can quadruple the survival ...
Higher health insurance costs force doctors to talk about money with patients
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As health insurers require people to base more treatment decisions on out-of-pocket costs, physicians should learn to talk to patients about money, according to researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine.
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Teen girls diagnosed with STI more likely to seek treatment for partners after watching video
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Taking NOTES: abdominal surgery without general anesthesia
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Fractionated stereotactic radiotherapy reduces vision loss in optic nerve sheath meningiomas
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Industry support of academic life science research may be dropping
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Imaging cuts in Medicare fee schedule: An access catastrophe and danger to patients
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New Digital 'Electronics' Concept May Continue Moore's Law,
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Tiny Music Player Made from Wire Bridge (w/ Video),
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Stars Fueled by Dark Matter Could Hold Secrets to the Universe,
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Creating a six-qubit cluster state,
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Second Law of Thermodynamics May Explain Economic Evolution,
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ACC/AHA revised guidelines for the perioperative use of beta blockers to minimize cardiac risk
Nov 02, 2009 |
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Cardiac complications around the time of noncardiac surgery are relatively common and can be serious. The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) today release a Focused Update to the ...
Kidney transplants generally safe for lupus patients
Nov 02, 2009 |
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Individuals with a history of lupus who receive a kidney transplant rarely develop the serious inflammatory condition lupus nephritis in their new organ, according to a paper being presented at the American Society of Nephrology's ...
Mending meniscals in children, improving diagnosis and recovery
Nov 02, 2009 |
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The meniscus is a rubber-like, crescent moon-shaped cartilage cushion that sits between the leg and thigh bone. Each knee has two menisci: one on the inside of the knee joint and one on the outside. In recent years, more ...
New study finds shock-wave therapy for unhealed fractured bones
Nov 02, 2009 |
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When fractured bones fail to heal, a serious complication referred to as "nonunion" can develop. This occurs when the process of bone healing is interrupted or stalled. According to a new study published in the November ...
Study lays foundation for more patient access to medical records
Nov 02, 2009 |
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A new study by researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine suggests that many patients are dissatisfied with the way they receive results of radiology tests and want more access to information in their medical ...
Early results of therapy for preemies not sustained
Nov 02, 2009 |
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Inhaled nitric oxide (iNO), a therapy used in the treatment of premature newborns with respiratory failure that had shown promising results in short-term studies, does not significantly improve long-term outcomes, according ...
Med, nursing schools teaching alternative remedies
Nov 01, 2009 |
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(AP) -- Future doctors and nurses are learning about acupuncture and herbs along with anatomy and physiology at a growing number of medical schools. It's another example of how alternative medicine has become ...
Australian woman dies after 60 years in iron lung
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An Australian woman who spent a record-breaking 60 years confined to an iron lung after contracting polio died Saturday in a Melbourne nursing home, aged 83.
Donor race may impact kidney transplant survival
Oct 30, 2009 |
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The race of kidney donors may affect the survival rates of transplant recipients according to a study by Henry Ford Hospital.
How will bundling impact dialysis units nationwide?
Oct 30, 2009 |
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The proposed Medicare "bundled" payment system for dialysis is likely to reduce government reimbursements for dialysis units in certain regions of the United States and for some types of facilities, according to research ...
Kidney transplant consent forms may contribute to disparities
Oct 29, 2009 |
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Kidney transplant consent forms are often written at a level that makes it difficult for many kidney patients to fully understand them, according to a paper being presented at the American Society of Nephrology's ...
Talking increases kidney donation
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Get-togethers with a kidney disease patient's family and friends can improve their willingness to consider donation, according to a paper being presented at the American Society of Nephrology's 42nd Annual Meeting and Scientific ...
Biofield therapies: Helpful or full of hype?
Oct 29, 2009 |
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Biofield therapies, which claim to use subtle energy to stimulate the body's healing process, are promising complementary interventions for reducing the intensity of pain in a number of conditions, reducing anxiety for hospitalized ...
Bodybuilding with steroids damages kidneys
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Athletes who use anabolic steroids may gain muscle mass and strength, but they can also destroy their kidney function, according to a paper being presented at the American Society of Nephrology's 42nd Annual Meeting and Scientific ...
Physician training 2.0
Oct 29, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Doctors at Brigham and Women's Hospital team up with the New England Journal of Medicine to create online medical cases that can teach better than lectures.
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Younger doctors recommend kidney transplantations earlier
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Greater use of in-patient diagnostic imaging improves patient outcomes without significantly impacting costs
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High-tech mom helps teach student nurses
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Should children undergo surgery without a long period of fasting after feeding?
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Residents play key role in CT colonography awareness and promoting the radiology specialty
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BMJ raises concerns over 'outlawed' gagging clauses in NHS contracts
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New technique for injectable facial fillers improves comfort, recovery
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Researchers find room design can enhance patient care
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Muscle weakness a common side effect of long stays in intensive care units
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Significant regional variations exist regarding proximity to burn centers
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Quality improvement program increases hospitals' adherence to evidenced-based care
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Moderate amounts of protein per meal found best for building muscle
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Surgery potentially best option for severe migraine headaches
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Will genomics help prevent the next pandemic?
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Surgeons at BMC offering new procedure for acid reflux/GERD
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Vast majority of physicians satisfied with hospital chaplain services
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Tips on hormone use, coping with menopause
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Fixing the flaw in emergency planning
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Patients in US 5 times more likely to spend last days in ICU than patients in England
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Learning the risks for stroke -- and taking action
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