Tissue May Beat Metal for AVR in Middle-Aged Patients
Bioprosthetic valves less likely to cause blood clots, but are less durable
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy No Benefit for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
HBOT does not reduce indications for amputation or facilitate wound healing
Statins May Aid CABG Recovery
Review of statin use indicates reduced risk of death or complications
Mental Health Disorders Common Among Bariatric Sx Patients
But such conditions don't seem to hinder post-op weight loss
PF4/Heparin Antibodies Predict Mortality in HIT
Findings among patients with thrombocytopenia
Breast Implants Linked to Chronic Pulmonary Silicone Embolism
Case report describes chronic pulmonary silicone embolism related to saline implants
Female Urologists Less Compensated Than Males
Findings in multivariable analysis after adjustment for relevant factors; no difference in job satisfaction
Injectable Agent Illuminates Cancer During Surgery
Technology may help surgeons identify and remove more malignant cells
Increased Risk of Cancer Mortality for Organ Recipients
Cancer second leading cause of death in solid-organ transplant recipients
FDA Approves Device for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
The device, first approved to treat burns, is made of silicone, cow collagen, and shark cartilage
