AHA Scientific Sessions 2012
New research is being presented at the AHA Scientific Sessions 2012—the American Heart...
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FDA Expands Use of Xarelto to Treat, Reduce Recurrence of Blood Clots
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today expanded the approved use of Xarelto (rivaroxaban) to...
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2012 VEITHsymposium: Meritorious Highlights, Trial Results, and Insight
Innovative Questions in Vascular Surgery Addressed at the 39th Annual VEITHsymposium In New York....
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FDA Approves Synribo for Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Synribo (omacetaxine mepesuccinate) to treat...
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TCT 2012: Stent With Mesh Covering Achieves Positive Outcomes
The Particulars: Covered stents have been studied for use in embolic protection, but their tightly...
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TCT 2012: PFO Closure Device Superior to Medical Management in Repeat Stroke Prevention
The Particulars: It has been estimated that patent foramen ovale rates are three times higher in...
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TCT 2012: TAVR Successful in a Real-World Setting
The Particulars: Previous research indicates that favorable results can be achieved with...
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TCT 2012: Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Should Not Be Stopped Within a Year of PCI
The Particulars: Current guidelines recommend continuing dual antiplatelet therapy after PCI for...
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TCT 2012: Denervation Treatment Beneficial for Refractory PAH
The Particulars: Research has shown that pulmonary vein ablation can be used successfully to treat...
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FDA Approves Fycompa to Treat Seizures
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Fycompa (perampanel) tablets to treat partial...
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CHEST 2012: Marijuana Smoking & Asthma Exacerbations
The Particulars: Research suggests that short-term marijuana exposure is associated with...
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CHEST 2012: Outcomes Poor Following ED Asthma Visits
The Particulars: Many patients with asthma will require emergent or urgent care following ED...
Read MoreCHEST 2012: Managing Accidental Hypothermia
The Particulars: The profile of patients presenting to the ED with accidental hypothermia is not well understood from clinical studies. Data Breakdown: Among patients presenting to an ED with accidental hypothermia during winter...
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CHEST 2012: Fainting After Air Travel May Indicate Pulmonary Embolism
Fainting after recent air travel could be a sign of pulmonary embolism (PE), a potentially fatal...
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CHEST 2012: Secondhand Smoke Can Impair Breathing Within Minutes
Heavy concentrations of secondhand smoke, such as those found in smoke-filled bars and cars, can...
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CHEST 2012: Poverty, Rural Living Linked to Increased COPD Mortality
New research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) underscores the widespread...
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CHEST 2012: Antibiotics Don’t Cure Cough from ‘Common Cold’ in Kids
New Research suggests that antibiotics are not effective in treating cough due to the common cold...
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FDA Expands Approved Use of Sapien Artificial Heart Valve
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today expanded the approved indication for the Sapien...
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IDWeek 2012: EMRs Improve Treatment of ARV Recipients
The Particulars: Antiretroviral (ARV) medication errors may lead to toxicity and could decrease...
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