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News
Same-day discharge after elective PCI has increased value and patient satisfaction
July 2, 2019
What is the prevalence of same-day discharges (SDDs) for elective percutaneous coronary interventions (PCIs), and what is the effect on readmissions and hospital cost?
News
Risk of cardiac events jumps after COPD exacerbation
July 2, 2019
Acute COPD exacerbations are associated with an increased risk of major adverse cardiac events in the 4 weeks after the exacerbation.
News
Evidence supports accuracy of COPD diagnosis tool
July 1, 2019
Large, longitudinal study in diverse COPD populations affirms accuracy of FEV1:FVC ratio
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Lipoprotein(a) levels tied to higher ischemic stroke risk
July 1, 2019
High levels of lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] and LPA genotypes were linked to increased ischemic stroke risk in a recent large, contemporary general population study.
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Mitral valve repair improves prognosis in heart failure patients with secondary MR
July 1, 2019
Does mitral valve repair (MVR) improve prognosis in heart failure patients with secondary mitral regurgitation (MR)?
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News
Daily aspirin use may not improve CV outcomes in healthy elderly
June 28, 2019
What are the benefits and risks of daily aspirin use for primary prevention in healthy elderly adults?
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News
FDA issues warning on insulin pump cybersecurity weakness
June 28, 2019
The MiniMed 508 and MiniMed Paradigm series insulin pumps are being recalled because of potential cybersecurity risks; 4,000 patients in the United States are affected.
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Article
Short Takes
June 27, 2019
Restrictive transfusion strategy for cardiac surgery patients remains noninferior at 6 months post op.
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Subset of patients benefits from in-hospital sleep apnea screening
June 26, 2019
SAN ANTONIO – Readmission rates can be reduced in hospitalized cardiac patients who use CPAP consistently.
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Opinion
Becoming a high-value care physician
June 26, 2019
Practicing high-value care is not just a matter of ordering fewer tests.
