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Image: The Flexitouch APCD System during use (Photo courtesy of Tactile Medical).

Pneumatic Compression Reduces Lymphedema Consequences

Lymphedema patients saw a nearly 80% reduction in their cellulitis episodes by using an advanced pneumatic compression device at home, according to a new study.  More...
14 Oct 2015
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Bioabsorbable Drug-Eluting Stent Treats Coronary Artery Disease

A novel bioabsorbable polymer drug-eluting stent system provides synchronized drug and polymer absorption to enable more rapid and complete arterial healing.  More...
13 Oct 2015

Beta Blockers May Increase Risk during Surgery

A new study suggests that patients on β-blockers face heightened risks of heart complications during non-cardiac surgeries.   More...
12 Oct 2015

Central Venous Line Risks Vary by Insertion Site

A new study reveals that the risk of blood infection or thrombosis is lowest when central line catheters are placed in the subclavian or jugular vein.  More...
11 Oct 2015
Image: The Fujifilm SonoSite iViz (Photo courtesy of Fujifilm SonoSite).

Portable Ultrasound Augments Clinical Diagnostic Value

A novel portable ultrasound device is intended for use in environments where larger ultrasounds can be impractical, such as air ambulances, mobile clinics, and field work.  More...
09 Oct 2015
Image: Myoglobin (red) includes a pocket that is used to store heme (green) (Photo courtesy of Jeff Fitlow/Rice University).

Whales Could Hold the Answer for Synthetic Blood

Ultra-stable proteins that allow deep-diving whales to remain active while holding their breath could help create lifesaving synthetic blood, claims a new study.  More...
07 Oct 2015

Triclosan Hand Cleansers No More Effective Than Regular Soap

A new study suggests that hand cleaners laden with the antibiotic triclosan are no more effective than regular soap at killing bacteria.  More...
07 Oct 2015
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