Critical Care



New, Simple Clinical Test Detects Rare Life-Threatening Genetic Heart Condition
A simple clinical test can identify life-threatening genetic arrhythmia by observing changes in ECG after a short period of rapid heartbeats followed by a pause, which can happen naturally or be induced by pacing the heart artificially. More...21 Jun 2024



Painless Skin Patch Continuously Monitors Vital Health Biomarkers
A pain-free, wearable sensor can continuously measure levels of glucose, lactates, and other vital health indicators for weeks, as well as transmit the data to a smartphone, thereby simplifying the monitoring of disease markers. More...19 Jun 2024

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Machine Learning Delivers Personalized Oxygenation for Patients on Ventilators
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Early Minimally Invasive Surgery Improves Intracerebral Hemorrhage Stroke Outcomes
Facial Thermal Imaging Combined with AI Predicts Coronary Artery Disease
AI Technology Predicts Cardiac Events 10 Years in Advance
Recyclable ‘Smart Skin’ Monitors Biological Signals on Demand
Novel Catheter to Reduce Risk for Associated Urinary Tract Infections and Sepsis
AI Doubles Medical Professionals’ Accuracy in Reading EEG Charts of ICU Patients
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Cartridge-Based Hemostasis Analyzer System Enables Faster Coagulation Testing
WHO Publishes First Global Guidelines to Reduce Bloodstream Infections from Catheter Use
Innovative Material Paves Way for Next-Generation Wearable Devices
Wireless Electronic Suture Enables Postoperative Long-Term Monitoring Of Soft Tissue
Modular Communicative Leadless ICD Proves Safe and Exceeds Performance Expectations
Transcatheter Valve Replacement Outcomes Similar To Surgery, Finds Study
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