Post-Op hsTnT Linked to 30-Day Mortality After Noncardiac Sx
Increased risk of 30-day mortality for absolute high-sensitivity troponin T change of 5ng/L or higher
Bilateral Submental Cryolipolysis Safe, Efficacious
Three-dimensional imaging shows reduction in fat volume, skin surface area, fat thickness
Potential Benefits, Risks of OpenNotes Discussed
Benefits include improved patient engagement, while risks include avoidance of writing candidly
One in Five Post-Op Patients Need Unscheduled Help
Most contact general practitioner due to inadequate pain management
Doctors Need to Be Mindful of What They Post on Social Media
Investigators find many examples of unprofessional, 'potentially objectionable' behavior online
Platelet-Rich Plasma Safe, Effective for Skin Rejuvenation
Sustained improvement, patient satisfaction higher versus readymade growth factors
Web-Based Platform Better for Delivering Pre-Op Information
Children age 3 to 12 years better attain pre-op information from interactive web-based platform
Tripeptide/Hexapeptide System Effective After Laser Resurfacing
Satisfaction up with tripeptide/hexapeptide topical system post fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing
Surgery Often the Starting Point for Opioid Addiction
Some patients may face higher risk of becoming dependent on opioids, researchers say
$16 Billion Spent on Cosmetic Surgery by Americans in 2016
New report details costs of most popular plastic surgery procedures
