Month: December 2020

Uncategorized Published - 14 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
A plastic surgeon explains the dangers of the Brazilian butt lift

Author: PATRICK HSU, MD KevinMD.com The Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is a procedure that enhances the buttocks through fat transfer. Excess fat is harvested from other areas of the body including the abdomen, hips, lower back and thighs through liposuction. BBL is a popular procedure for those seeking to enhance their bodies. However, with the […]

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Uncategorized Published - 14 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Should Docs Who Had COVID Still Get the Vaccine?

Author: Amanda D’Ambrosio MedPage Today Healthcare workers are recommended to be first in line for COVID-19 vaccines once they’re authorized, but many have already been infected — leading to a debate about whether they should give up their place in line. Joel Zivot, MD, an anesthesiologist and critical care doctor at Emory University in Atlanta, tested positive […]

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Uncategorized Published - 11 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Virtual Engagement During COVID Pushes Paradigm Shift for Physician Training and Patient Care

Author:  Shalini Shah, MD  UC Irvine Health The dominant presence of COVID-19 has not meant the absence of cancer, ear infections, heart attacks, chronic pain, or other illnesses that need attention and care. Physicians have continued treatment for all types of maladies, and physician training has continued as well. But this treatment and this training […]

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Uncategorized Published - 11 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Virtual reality, hypnosis may ease pain for IV insertion, stitches

By HealthDay News Virtual reality glasses or hypnosis can relieve pain and anxiety in people having short medical procedures, a new study finds. For those getting an IV catheter or stitches to close a wound, for example, these distraction techniques reduce the need for painkillers, say researchers in Belgium.  The study is by Dr. E. Kubra […]

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Uncategorized Published - 11 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Spinal/epidural anesthesia associated with increased survival in leg artery bypass surgery

Author: Amelia Buchanan EurekAlert A new study published in The BMJ shows that people who had surgery to improve blood flow in their legs under spinal or epidural anesthesia were less likely to die than those who were given general anesthesia. General anesthesia involves using drugs to make a patient unconscious and inserting a tube into their […]

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Uncategorized Published - 11 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Vigorous Physical Activity Tied to Lower Mortality Risk

I wanted to share this with our readers so they will know they need to exercise. NEJM Journal Watch By Amy Orciari Herman Edited by David G. Fairchild, MD, MPH, and Jaye Elizabeth Hefner, MD More vigorous physical activity could translate to lower mortality risk, according to an observational study in JAMA Internal Medicine. Researchers studied over 400,000 […]

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Uncategorized Published - 11 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Supply Is Limited and Distribution Uncertain as COVID Vaccine Rolls Out

Author: Julie Appleby KHN High stakes and big challenges await as the U.S. prepares to roll out vaccines against COVID-19, with front-line health care workers and vulnerable nursing home residents recommended as the top priorityoses could be on their way very soon. An independent advisory committee to the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday gave […]

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Uncategorized Published - 10 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
A Pilot Trial of Platelets Stored Cold versus at Room Temperature for Complex Cardiothoracic Surgery

Authors: Geir Strandenes, M.D. et al  Anesthesiology December 2020, Vol. 133, 1173–1183. Background This pilot trial focused on feasibility and safety to provide preliminary data to evaluate the hemostatic potential of cold-stored platelets (2° to 6°C) compared with standard room temperature–stored platelets (20° to 24°C) in adult patients undergoing complex cardiothoracic surgery. This study aimed to […]

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Uncategorized Published - 10 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Botox is one of the most effective treatments for chronic migraines

Author: Sarah Fielding Insider Health Often thought of as a strictly cosmetic procedure, Botox can also treat conditions such as chronic migraines. If two or more medications have been ineffective in treating your chronic migraines, most insurance companies will cover Botox as an alternative treatment. Here’s what you need to know about using Botox to treat […]

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Uncategorized Published - 10 December, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
After effects of drinking alcohol before surgery

Author: Ann Pietrangelo Healthline Alcohol before surgery? It’s absolutely not worth the risk to your health — or your life. Drinking alcohol before surgery is taking a major risk. For your own safety and well-being, it’s best to avoid alcohol for at least 48 hours before your scheduled surgery. Alcohol consumption can lead to serious […]

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