Critical Care
High Levels of Cardiac Hormone Predict Heart Risks
A study has found that elevated levels of a cardiac hormone called B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) are predictive of an increased risk of death or heart failure in patients experiencing complications of coronary artery disease. More...30 Nov -0001
Practices Proven to Improve Patient Safety
A report recently released by the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality reviews existing evidence on practices that help to improve patient safety. The report describes 11 practices that have been proven to work and recommends their widespread adoption. More...30 Nov -0001
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Miniature CO2 Sensor Cleared by FDA
New Saliva Tests for Drugs of Abuse
Test for Acute Renal Transplant Rejection
Retinal Scanning Display for Surgeons
EBCT Diagnoses Blocked Arteries Without Stress Test
Alliance for Intravascular Detection Devices
Alliance to Develop Thermography Catheter System
Cementless Option for Shoulder Implant
Pulse Oximeter Wins Design Award
SPECT and Imaging Agent Identify Heart Disease
Award for Cardiovascular Patch Research
Test Identifies Aspirin Resistance in Heart Patients
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