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DG Alert The use of statins appears to be associated with a lower mortality risk and a lower incidence of mechanical ventilation in patients hospitalised with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), according to a study published in Cell Metabolism. The large-scale retrospective study also showed that mortality risk and other negative outcomes were not increased by […]
Read MoreAssociated Press Modern Healthcare News As a New York University medical researcher who works once a week in an emergency room, Dr. David Lee had the luxury of time to think like a scientist while also treating coronavirus patients whose lungs kept giving out. In every case, he saw the same thing: Their blood was […]
Read MoreAuthor: Anna Wald, MD, MPH reviewing Khalil A et al. JAMA 2020 Jul 10 NEJM Journal Watch An increase in stillbirths during the pandemic was noted in a large London hospital, but none occurred among women with documented COVID-19; indirect explanations are also possible. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on pregnancy outcomes continue to be examined. Investigators at […]
Read MoreI wanted to share with our female readers in case they hadn’t read this article. By Joe Elia Edited by André Sofair, MD, MPH, and William E. Chavey, MD, MS NEJM Journal Watch MRI-based breast screening appears cost-effective in women at increased familial risk between ages 35 and 60, according to an economic modeling study in JAMA Oncology. […]
Read MoreAuthor: Tony Mira Summary Ancillary procedures, such as postoperative pain blocks and invasive lines, are an important part of most group practices, but many may not realize that there are time-based rules tied to these services. As these rules can be a bit complex, the following article is provided. This is the last in our […]
Read MoreAuthor: Michael Walter Cardiovascular Business News When the management of COVID-19 patients presents significant challenges, advanced cardiac imaging techniques are often vital in determining the best course of action. But how can providers know which modality they should turn to first? A new guidance from the American College of Cardiology’s Cardiovascular Imaging Leadership Council is […]
Read MoreThis is a great review for our readers who treat pain patients Author: Aaron Kandola on July 29, 2020 Medical News Today In some cases, left arm pain and numbness may indicate a heart attack or stroke. These medical emergencies require immediate attention. However, there are other causes of left arm pain and numbness that do […]
Read MoreMedical News Today Some people experience adverse reactions during or after a blood transfusion. These reactions can range from mild to severe. However, most people who receive blood transfusions experience no complications. According to the American Red Cross, people do not typically experience complications after having a blood transfusion, but they can happen occasionally. The Centers for […]
Read MoreAuthor: Mchael Walter Cardiovascular Business News Researchers have found a link between myocardial injury and a higher risk of death among patients hospitalized in the United States for COVID-19, sharing their analysis in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The team tracked data from more than 2,700 patients admitted to one of five […]
Read MoreDG Alert Results from a retrospective single-centre study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology suggest that COVID-19 in pregnancy is associated with maternal morbidity and preterm birth. Study researchers said that while some case series with small sample sizes have reported reassuring outcomes for pregnant women with COVID-19 infection, more recent reports have highlighted cases […]
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