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AHA: Many Patients Worried About Sex Post ICD Implantation
Both patient and partner need better counseling before leaving the hospital, researcher says
Gastric Balloon ‘Pill’ May Help Obese Patients Lose Weight
In early trial, patients lost an average of 37 percent of their excess weight in four months
ACAAI: Penicillin Feasible Even for Those With Prior Allergy
Researchers finds drug might be safe for patients who had previous reaction to the antibiotic
ASN: suPAR Levels Prognostic for Chronic Kidney Disease
Researchers say blood test can predict risk up to five years before damage begins
Bariatric Surgery Offers Long-Term Benefits for Obese Teens
Three years after surgery, majority of patients no longer had diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension
Bariatric Surgery Found to Reduce Future Health Care Costs
Patients, especially those with diabetes, found to spend far less on care after procedure
ASA: Peri-Op Medication Errors Far Too Common
And most of the mistakes are preventable, researchers report
ASA: Patients Undergoing Surgery Should Stay on Statins
Discontinuing med may boost mortality risk during recovery from non-cardiac operations
ASA: Surgeon’s Calming Words May Ease Stress of Surgery
Researchers found reassuring voice might even beat anti-anxiety meds in lowering pre-op distress
ASA: Peri-Op Surgical Home Beneficial After Joint Arthroplasty
Data for second year of implementation show positive results in LOS, discharge destination
