Nov 25, 2013

In case you missed it, there was a brief romance between thyroid surgeons and robots. Thyroid surgeons, itching to join the crowds migrating to robot-assisted surgery, came up with the idea to use the...

Nov 23, 2013

The Particulars: Research indicates that restenosis is a common drawback of balloon angioplasty for treating infrapopliteal arterial obstructions in patients with critical limb ischemia (CLI). Two maj...

Nov 21, 2013

The Particulars: Data are lacking on the safety and efficacy of using the AngioJet mechanical thrombectomy system (Bayer HealthCare) for treating occluded arteries and veins in hemodialysis patients. ...

Nov 21, 2013

The Particulars: Previous research indicates that multiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency (CCSVI). Data indicate that 30,000 patients worldwide have under...

Nov 21, 2013

The Particulars: Studies have had varied results on the safety and validity of inferior vena cava (IVC) filter use to prevent iatrogenic pulmonary embolism (PE) that can result from percutaneous endov...

Nov 21, 2013

The Particulars: In hemodialysis patients, early cannulation has been shown to reduce the number of days for which central venous catheters are required, thereby potentially reducing mortality and mor...

Nov 21, 2013

The Particulars: Research indicates that patients with submassive pulmonary embolism (PE)—unlike those with massive PE—are typically managed conservatively despite right ventricular (RV) dysfuncti...

Nov 21, 2013

The Particulars: Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) has emerged as an acceptable treatment for thoracic aortic diseases and typically involves a hybrid approach. Singular approaches—includi...

Nov 19, 2013

The 2013 VEITHsymposium, the 40th Annual Symposium on Vascular and Endovascular Issues, was held Nov. 19-23 in New York City. Why You Should Attend VEITHsymposium   Meeting Highl...

Nov 19, 2013

The Particulars: PCI-related technology has advanced significantly in recent years. However, current data on PCI-related complications is lacking. Data Breakdown: For a study, investigators analyze...

Nov 19, 2013

The Particulars: In previous studies, transradial (TR) catheterization has been shown to have a lower risk of bleeding and access site complications when compared with transfemoral (TF) catheterizatio...

Nov 19, 2013

The Particulars: Data from studies comparing CABG to PCI has been inconsistent when assessing these procedures in patients with diabetes and multivessel coronary artery disease (CAD). Little is known ...

Nov 19, 2013

The Particulars: Current guidelines recommend that regional systems be implemented to optimize reperfusion for patients with ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). This treatment, however...

Nov 15, 2013

The Particulars: Previous research has shown that many patients with diabetes who undergo gastric bypass can experience remission of their diabetes along with significant weight loss. The effects of t...

Nov 15, 2013

The Particulars: CMS issued a national coverage determination (NCD) in 2006 that restricted bariatric procedures to be performed at centers of excellence. Data are lacking on the trends and outcomes o...

Nov 15, 2013

The Particulars: Telomeres—genetic biomarkers that play a role in cellular aging and disease development—have been shown to become shorter as people age. Studies also indicate a link between aging...

Nov 15, 2013

The Particulars: Recent research has questioned the validity of bariatric surgery accreditation and set the stage for CMS to evaluate such accreditation. Data are lacking on how outcomes of bariatric ...

Nov 15, 2013

The Particulars: Previous studies have found that the insurance approval process may limit access for some patients who are candidates for bariatric surgery. Delays can last weeks, months, or indefini...

Nov 15, 2013

According to the National Cancer Institute, colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. However, modern chemotherapy and improved surgical techniques for ...

Nov 14, 2013

Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) have changed the way patients with cardiac arrhythmias are evaluated and treated. Asymptomatic patients often receive ICDs as part of a primary preventio...