Extrapulmonary TB Linked to Persistent Lung Function Deficits, Respiratory Symptoms
A new study reveals that individuals treated for extrapulmonary tuberculosis frequently develop lasting ventilatory defects and respiratory symptoms.
Sutureless Robotic Partial Nephrectomy Noninferior to Renorrhaphy for Renal Tumors
A randomized controlled trial indicates sutureless off-clamp robotic partial nephrectomy offers comparable surgical quality for cT1-2N0M0 renal tumors
ECPR for OHCA in Singapore: Cost-Effective, but Sensitive to Transport Delays
A simulation-based analysis suggests ECPR for refractory OHCA in Singapore is cost-effective, though transport time significantly impacts its economic
CPES Score May Better Identify PE Patients Needing Advanced Intervention
A retrospective study suggests the Composite Pulmonary Embolism Shock score offers improved prediction for advanced interventions in PE.
CPES Score Identifies PE Patients Needing Advanced Intervention
A retrospective study finds the Composite Pulmonary Embolism Shock score particularly effective in predicting the need for advanced therapies.
Dual PH Therapy Before BPA Reduces Complications, Improves Outcomes in CTEPH
A Dutch registry study indicates that dual pulmonary hypertension-targeted medical therapy improves safety and efficacy of balloon pulmonary angioplas
Dual PH-Targeted Therapy Reduces BPA Complications, Improves Outcomes in CTEPH
A Dutch registry study indicates that dual pulmonary hypertension-targeted medical pretreatment lowers periprocedural risks and enhances clinical bene
Acute Kidney Injury Predicts Increased Risk of Stroke and Dementia
A meta-analysis of 11 million patients links acute renal insults to a 35% higher stroke risk and nearly fivefold 90-day poststroke mortality.
Patient-Level Adherence Drives Enhanced Recovery Benefits in Pediatric GI Surgery
A stepped-wedge trial shows that while site-level ERP implementation may not reduce length of stay, patient-level adherence does.
High Antiplatelet Resistance, Elevated von Willebrand Factor in Vascular Surgery Patients
A new study reveals a high prevalence of antiplatelet resistance, particularly to clopidogrel, and elevated von Willebrand factor in patients undergoi
Lower Oxygen Saturation Target Reduces Pediatric Hospital Stay, Oxygen Therapy
A multicenter trial suggests targeting 88% peripheral oxygen saturation in children with acute respiratory illness shortens hospitalizations.
JMJD1C Deficiency Drives Pathogenic Antibody Production in Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
Loss of the histone demethylase JMJD1C triggers B-cell hyperactivation and the production of platelet-activating antibodies.