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Image: New research suggests ketamine can rapidly reduce suicidal thoughts in the depressed (Photo courtesy of Erowid).

Ketamine May Be an Effective Alternative to Opioids

Low-dose ketamine (LDK) is as effective as opioids for the control of acute pain in the in the emergency department (ED), and could serve as an analgesic alternative. More...
02 Aug 2018
Image: A novel catheter infuses drugs into the heart (Photo courtesy of Cook Regentec).

Infusion Catheter Delivers Therapeutics to Cardiac Patients

A novel catheter designed for retrograde coronary sinus infusion (RCSI) procedures imbues therapeutic agents directly into the heart. More...
31 Jul 2018

Adrenaline Use Discouraged as Heart Attack Treatment

A new study shows that using adrenaline in cardiac arrests nearly doubles the survivors’ risk of severe brain damage. More...
31 Jul 2018
Image: The Vein Improve peripheral IV catheter placement (Photo courtesy of EchoNous).

Ultrasound Device Improves Peripheral IV Catheter Insertion

A new ultrasound-based vascular access tool aids nurses successfully insert peripheral intravenous (IV) catheters at the first try. More...
25 Jul 2018
Image: Electrospun nanofiber wound dressings containing vitamin D battle infections (Photo courtesy of OSU).

Nanofiber-Based Wound Dressings Battles SSIs

A nanofiber-based wound dressings loaded with vitamin D can spur the production of antimicrobial peptides, according to a new study. More...
25 Jul 2018
Image: An intra-aortic balloon pump helps wean cardiac patients (Photo courtesy of Angiodroid).

IABP Device Improves Post-Surgical Cardiac Condition

A novel intra-aortic balloon (IAB) pump console helps wean patients from cardiopulmonary bypass after suffering perioperative injury to myocardial tissue. More...
24 Jul 2018
Image: A new study shows that mortality due to heart failure is higher in women (Photo courtesy of Deposit Photos).

Heart Failure Death Rates Higher in Women

A new study reveals that death rates from heart failure (HF) are higher for women than men, as are hospitalization rates. More...
23 Jul 2018
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