April 2015 Briefing – Surgery
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Surgery for April 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
LVADs Linked to Worsening Health, Cognitive Function
Research suggests left ventricular assist devices aren't a magic bullet
Multiple Surgeries Common in Breast Reconstruction
Most post-mastectomy breast cancer patients will need two or more procedures to complete process
FDA Approves Raplixa to Help Control Surgical Bleeding
Spray-dried fibrin sealant promotes clotting when other methods are 'ineffective or impractical'
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Offers Lasting Benefit
Operation safe for select patients; significant clinical benefit seen through five years
Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Arteriovenous Fistula Use
Lower odds of initiating hemodialysis with AVF for black, Hispanic versus white patients
Collaborative Program Reduces Unnecessary C-Section Rates
Newborn complications also decreased, Canadian researchers report
Long-Term Post-CABG Mortality Increased With Diabetes
More than two-fold increase with T1DM; small but significant increased risk for T2DM
CDC: Surveillance System Can Help Reduce Health Care Injuries
Nurse assistants and nurses found to have highest injury rates among all occupations examined
Physician Compensation Up for Most Specialties
Top three earners for patient care are orthopedists, cardiologists, gastroenterologists
