Archive: 29/05/2014

Gene expression signature identifies patients at higher risk for cardiovascular death

A study of 338 patients with coronary artery disease has identified a gene expression profile associated with an elevated risk of cardiovascular death. Used with other indicators such as biochemical markers and family history, ...

May 29, 2014

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Review: A-fib risk up with oral, intravenous bisphosphonates

(HealthDay)—The risk of atrial fibrillation is increased with use of oral or intravenous bisphosphonates, with a greater risk seen for intravenous versus oral preparations, according to a review published in the June 1 ...

May 29, 2014

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ECO: stress in children impacts hormones, diet, adiposity

(HealthDay)—For children, stress is associated with poorer diet, which stimulates adiposity, according to a study presented at the annual European Congress on Obesity, held from May 28 to 31 in Sofia, Bulgaria.

May 29, 2014

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Informed consent plays major role in prostatectomy lawsuits

(HealthDay)—Claims of not receiving proper informed consent and clinical performance are the main issues that arise in radical prostatectomy malpractice litigation, according to a study published in the June issue of The ...

May 29, 2014

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Risk of serious complications in obstetric anesthesia is low

(HealthDay)—The risk of serious complications in obstetric anesthesia is low, according to research published in the June issue of Anesthesiology.

May 29, 2014

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More Americans working to control blood pressure, cholesterol

(HealthDay)—Although more Americans are trying to lower their blood pressure and cholesterol levels, more needs to be done to reduce the number of heart attacks and strokes in the United States, government health officials ...

May 29, 2014

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Mothers of women with PCOS have increased risk of early death

Mothers of daughters with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have a significantly increased risk of death, particularly if they also have diabetes, when compared to the general population, according to new research.

May 29, 2014

New 3-D representation of Richard III's spine shows 'spiral nature' of his scoliosis

Shakespeare may have characterised Richard III as a hunchback, but now everyone can explore the true shape of one of history's most famous spinal columns.

May 29, 2014

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Remote monitoring device approved for heart patients

(HealthDay)—An implanted wireless device that measures key vital signs in people with heart failure has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

May 29, 2014

Canada pledges Can$3.5 bn for maternal, child health

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper pledged Can$3.5 billion Thursday for immunization, better nutrition and the introduction of birth certificates in developing nations to improve the health of mothers and children.

May 29, 2014

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Archive: 29/05/2014

Gene expression signature identifies patients at higher risk for cardiovascular death

Review: A-fib risk up with oral, intravenous bisphosphonates

ECO: stress in children impacts hormones, diet, adiposity

Informed consent plays major role in prostatectomy lawsuits

Risk of serious complications in obstetric anesthesia is low

More Americans working to control blood pressure, cholesterol

Mothers of women with PCOS have increased risk of early death

New 3-D representation of Richard III's spine shows 'spiral nature' of his scoliosis

Remote monitoring device approved for heart patients

Canada pledges Can$3.5 bn for maternal, child health

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