Critical Care

Many Chest X-Rays in Children Are Unnecessary
Researchers found that in some children who received chest X-rays, the screening may have been unnecessary and offered no clinical benefit. In addition, approximately 88% of pediatric X-rays for chest pain included in the study did not alter clinical treatment. More...23 Dec 2014

Digital Mammography Combined with Tomosynthesis Optimizes Detection of Cancer in Dense Breasts
A new study supports the effectiveness of three-dimensional mammography, which researchers found has the potential to considerably increase the rate of identifying cancer in women with dense breasts who are screened using the digital technology. More...22 Dec 2014
Even Mild Coronary Artery Disease Places Diabetic Patients at Risk for Heart Attacks
According to a new long-term cardiac imaging study, diabetic patients with even mild coronary artery disease are faced with the same comparative risk for a heart attack or other major adverse heart events as diabetics with serious single-vessel obstructive disease. Previously, these patients were believed to have a lower risk of major adverse cardiovascular events and death than patients with obstructive CAD. More...22 Dec 2014

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- Bariatric Surgery May Lead to Ophthalmic Complications
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- Imaging Technology May Slash X-Ray Exposure for Liver Cancer Patients
- Rapid Response Device Assesses Head Trauma Patients
- Significantly Increased Risk of Stillbirth in Males
- Biodegradable Injectable Material Saves Wounded Soldiers  
- Most Penicillin Allergies Are Mistakenly Identified
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- Panel Urges Modification of Epidural Steroids
- Total Body Digital Skin Imaging System Developed for Dermatology and Primary Care Practices
- Team-Based Approach Reduces Monitor Alarm Fatigue
- Portable Oxygen Concentrator Adapts to Patient’s Inhalation  
- New Recommendations for Treating Clostridium Difficile Infections
- Light Therapy Could Treat Vascular Constriction Diseases
- Vitamin B Effects on Cognitive Performance Uncertain
- High Lithium Levels Adversely Affect Renal Function
- Tiny Needles Reshape Major Eye Disease Treatment
- Beta-Blockers Hold No Mortality Benefit Following a Heart Attack
- On-the-Spot Testing Reduces Unnecessary Antibiotics
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