Critical Care
Electrocardiac System Aids Heart Attack Diagnosis
A noninvasive electrocardiogram (ECG) mapping system that provides a more complete picture of the heart's electrical activity than conventional ECG systems is designed to aid the early diagnosis of heart attacks or other heart disorders. More...02 Apr 2002
Inhaler Regimen Fine for Hospitalized COPD Patients
A study has found that patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are hospitalized for exacerbations and treated with a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) do just as well as those patients treated with an intravenous/nebulizer regimen. More...26 Mar 2002
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Lactate Test Monitors Tissue Oxygenation
Update on Stroke Diagnosis and Treatment
Nutrition Monitor for Patients at Risk of Malnutrition
Test Aids Diagnosis of Heart Attack in ED Patients
New Technique for More-Effective Asthma Treatment
Genomic Information Will Affect Future ICU Care
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