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Critical Care

ICU Respiratory Distress Often Goes Unrecognized

A new study reveals that about 10% of patients in the intensive care unit develop acute respiratory distress syndrome, but routinely go undiagnosed and do not receive supportive care.  More...
07 Mar 2016
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Resuscitation Units Speed Up Triage of Critically Ill Patients

An innovative Shock Trauma Center model helps direct critically ill non-trauma patients to the operating room or hospital intensive care unit as quickly as possible.   More...
06 Mar 2016

Propofol Could Provide Benefits in Open Heart Surgery

A new study suggests that the intravenous anesthetic propofol may offer an effective approach to protecting the heart from damage during open heart surgery, particularly amongst diabetics.  More...
02 Mar 2016
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Defensive Barrier Halves Hospital-Acquired Infections

An innovative bed protection system insulates the mattress and bed deck from bacteria that cause hospital-acquired infections.  More...
01 Mar 2016

New Oral Medication Reverses Anticoagulant Effects

A new study shows that the antibody Idarucizumab can chemically bind to and neutralize the blood-thinning effects of dabigatran.  More...
29 Feb 2016
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Liquid-Absorbing Gauze Clots Wounds in Seconds

Innovative hemostatic gauze dissolves on site to manage bleeding from a variety of external wounds and traumatic injuries, as well as lacerations and abrasions.  More...
28 Feb 2016
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Innovative Blood Draw Device Reduces Patient Discomfort

A novel blood draw device reduces procedure-related discomfort and anxiety, provides a safer work environment, and standardizes fragmented approaches to inpatient blood draws.  More...
24 Feb 2016
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