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New Test Helps Predict Acute Kidney Injury in ICU Patients

A new study describes a laboratory test for urine neutrophil gelatinase–associated lipocalin, which could possibly help predict whether patients in intensive care units will develop acute kidney injury. More...
26 Aug 2009

Miniaturized EEG Monitor Overcomes Limitations of Traditional EEG Tools

An innovative handheld electroencephalogram device is designed to be used at the initial point of care, where traditional EEG tools are not readily available. More...
25 Aug 2009

Full-Face Mask Aids Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

A compact full-face mask for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea covers only the nose and mouth, offering an obstructed view for patients. More...
25 Aug 2009

Enzyme Discovery Could Lead to a Potent New Therapy for Asthma

The activity of aldose reductase, an enzyme critical to most allergen-provoked asthma attacks, can be significantly reduced by compounds originally developed for treating complications of diabetes. More...
25 Aug 2009

Potentially Safer General Anesthetic for Critically Ill Patients

A chemically altered version of the general anesthetic etomidate does not cause the sudden drop in blood pressure or prolonged suppression of adrenal gland activity seen with the original version of the drug. More...
21 Aug 2009

Xenon System Protects the Brain in Critically ill Newborns

A newly developed closed circuit xenon breathing system may make xenon safe and cost-efficient for use in protecting the brains of critically ill infants, according to a new study. More...
21 Aug 2009

Investigational Urine Test Aids Appendicitis Diagnosis

An experimental pediatric urine test could one day spot appendicitis faster and more accurately than current tests, claims a new study. More...
20 Aug 2009
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