Critical Care
Infection-Control Award Offered by Oxoid
In a move to emphasize the role that infection-control professionals play in limiting and containing the spread of bacterial resistance in hospital-acquired infections, Oxoid Limited has launched a competition for an international "Oxoid Infection-Control Team of the Year Award.” More...30 Nov -0001
Statins Reduce Rejection in Lung Transplant Patients
A study has found that statins, commonly used to lower cholesterol levels, can dramatically reduce mild-to-severe tissue rejection and also lower the potential for cirrhosis, improve pulmonary function, and increase longevity in lung transplant patients. More...30 Nov -0001
In Other News
Implantable Sensor for Blood Flow After Transplant Surgery
BNP Test with Expanded Dynamic Range
VAD for Permanent Treatment of CHF
Cardiac Assays for Low Volume Labs
New Echo Methods Show Heart Muscle Changes
Early Use of Ventricular Assist Devices Saves Lives
Heart Patch Designed to Combat CHF
Software for Patient Information System
New All-in-One Stat Analyzer
Nerve Regrowth after Heart Transplant
Visualization Aid for Trauma Surgery
New Approach Slows or Stops Allergic Reactions
Smaller Heart-Lung Machine Offers Patient Benefits
Portable Ultrasound Used as Stroke-Screening Tool
Elevated Homocysteine Linked to Form of Stroke
Women Have Higher Risk of Dying after Bypass
Automated Monitoring for Critical Care Patients
MRI Test May Prevent Stroke Risk
Ibuprofen Can Prevent Aspirin's Ability to Thin Blood
No Surgery with Wearable Cardioverter Defibrillator
Beta Blockers Found to Correct a Specific Defect
Low-Risk Bypass Patients Do Well in Smaller Hospitals
Sutureless Techniques Speed Bypass Surgery
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