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GI Surgical Site Infections Higher in Low-Income Countries
Infection risk highest in countries with low income, low Human Development Index
Neurosurgery Residents Burned Out, but Satisfied With Career
Factors tied to burnout include inadequate OR exposure, hostile faculty, outside social stressors
Risk Factors for Recurrence of Acute Diverticulitis Identified
Female sex, smoking, obesity, comorbidities, complicated initial cases up chance for readmission
Online Tool Aids Decision Making About Breast Cancer Treatment
Findings based on assessment of the interactive iCanDecide tool
Perioperative Glucose but Not A1C Predicts Surgical Outcomes
A1C is not associated with increased 30-day mortality after controlling for glucose
Odds of ARDS Up After Cardiac Surgery During Flu Season
Cardiac surgery during flu season is independent risk factor for acute respiratory distress syndrome
Aspirin, Rivaroxaban Similar After Total Hip, Knee Arthroplasty
Extended prophylaxis with aspirin no different from rivaroxaban for preventing venous thromboembolism
Burnout Found Prevalent Among Doctors in Single Health System
Link between patient satisfaction and emotional exhaustion; also tied to odds of leaving organization
Bariatric Surgery Linked to Discontinuing Diabetes Meds
Six-year antidiabetes treatment initiation rate also much lower after bariatric surgery
Patients Want Physicians to Have Greater Connectivity
Most patients want greater connectivity, online tools, convenience via SMS, and more time with doctors
