Critical Care
Technique to Insure Stable Supply of Flu Drug
A team of Japanese researchers has developed a new technique for producing the anti-flu drug Tamiflu (ostelamivir) that does not rely on natural ingredients, which may help ensure a more stable supply of the drug in the event of a pandemic. More...31 Mar 2006
Software for Bypass Surgery Lessens Trauma
New motion-compensation software that synchronizes the movement of surgical robots with that of the beating heart will soon offer another way to perform procedures such as coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) without stopping the heart. More...27 Mar 2006
Carbon Dioxide Relieves Allergy Symptoms
Carbon dioxide (CO2) pumped intranasally so that it flows into one nostril, through the sinus cavity, and out the other nostril provides significant relief from the nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis for up to 24 hours, according to a new study. More...21 Mar 2006
In Other News
Artificial Heart Tissue Developed in Vitro
Orthopedic Trauma Tests OK in Pregnancy
Split-Night Sleep Apnea Diagnosis
Better Control for Asthma Sufferers
Systolic BP Best Predictor of Cardiovascular Risk
Luxembourg to Host Med-e-Tel Conference
Telemetry Reveals Stroke Patients' Cardiac Problems
Carotid Filters Prevent Stroke During Stenting
Fetal Probe Warns Early of Hypoxia
Many Heart Attacks Go Undiagnosed
Hemodialyzer Designed for Children
Emergency Chart Templates Improve Patient Safety
Stroke Deadline Missed by Many
Fetal Monitors Offer Safety Features
Field Intubation Aided by Drug Combo
Stent-Grafts Repair Aneurysms
Deep Brain Stimulation Improves Parkinson's
ECG Monitor Checks Mobile Patients
U.S. Forms Disaster-Medicine Board
Women Have Poorer Outcome After CABG
Vital-Signs Monitor Also Has Other Uses
Atrial Volume Predicts Cardiovascular Events
Generating Medical Records with Voice Recognition
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