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"When Is the Surgeon Too Old to Operate?" Heart Surgeons Respond
… the New York Times explored an important question: “ When is the surgeon too old to operate? ” Nearly 1 in 4 registered … But how do you determine when a surgeon can no longer be trusted with the scalpel? We asked several cardiothoracic … the mandatory age of retirement was 65 and now 67, but most surgeons retire at 60! In Germany the age limit is …
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Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) may be one of the most common health problems you’ve never heard of
… Surgery and Endovascular Interventions , explains that PAD is significantly underdiagnosed, despite a steady increase in … may not receive enough oxygen to function properly. The most common symptom is debilitating pain or cramping after … of the leg, change in the color of the skin. In the most severe form of the disease, the toes or foot may become …
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Is Your Standing Desk Causing Varicose Veins? 7 Myths About Irregular Veins
… and lack of energy,” says Dr. Bajakian. “And vein disease is significantly affecting their quality of life.” At this … and skin changes are irreversible. So the best thing is to get evaluated right away. Myth #2: Spider veins and … next child. And it can alleviate some of the leg swelling most women experience during pregnancy.” Myth #6: Exercise is …
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Medication Compliance is Key in Evaluating Patients for CABG and PCI
… in this period. “This study shows how important it is to get to know your patients and find out how well they … says Paul Kurlansky, MD , who led the study and is currently director of research for Columbia HeartSource . … therapeutic approach for each patient. This information is key to that discussion.” Dr. Kurlansky says medication …
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Forget the Do and Do Not Lists: Talking about Cancer is Personal
… define me. I feel like it’s just constantly, ‘how are you, is everything ok?’” And it's really interesting because … And that's why I think one of the best things to do, and most people don't do this by the way, is to ask. Say, “I'm … know, your first thing is right: it’s nuanced. There is a site I like because I think it kind of looks at it from this …
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How Intraoperative Radiation Therapy is Helping Colorectal Patients, with P. Ravi Kiran, MBBS
… Dr. Kiran: There is a finite dose of radiation that one can receive because … particularly the pelvis or various parts of the abdomen is that the contours are inaccessible sometimes, by external … within the path of the beam for external treatment. There is the option for removing the tumor and using the radiation …
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When Food Is Not An Option: The Basics of Small Bowel Transplant (Intestinal Transplant)
… What is intestinal failure? Intestinal failure is a condition in … gut syndrome) after massive intestinal resection is the most common cause of intestinal failure. Massive intestinal … vitamins and minerals. They come in 2-3 liter bags, and most people get at least one bag per day. The bag is …
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Iodine Is Important and You May Not Be Getting as Much as You Think
… the thyroid , contrary to much of the fodder online, there is no scientifically-proven ideal diet. But there are … fortified with iodine to ensure proper intake. Today, most countries worldwide are iodine sufficient only because … among consumers largely on two fronts—first, most Americans now get the majority of their salt from …
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The Pancreas Center has collaborated with Roche – Genentech for our most recent clinical trial: MORPHEUS a Phase 1b/2 novel pancreatic cancer immunotherapy development platform.
… Center has collaborated with Roche – Genentech for our most recent clinical trial. Roche-Genetech is a biotechnology research corporation that created the … Instead of only having one treatment regimen like most current trials, patients are offered FOUR different …
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Overhaul in the Treatment of Kidney Disease is Long Overdue, Kidney Transplant Surgeon Explains the Importance
… press briefing. “We’re going to flip that around.” “This is a great thing,” exclaims Lloyd Ratner, MD , Director of … now, it’s expensive to give the gift of a donated kidney. Most insurance companies cover part or most of the medical costs in kidney donation, but nothing …
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45 Is the New 50: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Lee-Kong about Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines
… cancer among younger populations. Screening at 45 is recommended for everyone, with earlier screening advised … a conversation. I talk to patients about all the options. Most patients in my practice will tend to want a "real" … between colon cancers and rectal cancers. What’s the most important thing you tell your patients? The most …
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New Cocktail Boosts Recovery from Hepatitis C
… For someone with liver disease, a cocktail is normally a forbidden luxury. But in some cases, it may be … cocktail causes a number of undesirable side effects, it is nevertheless viewed as a "huge advance," says Elizabeth … but with less toxicity." In the meantime, she is putting most of her hepatitis C patients on the triple drug plan, …
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Bronchoscopy / Lung Biopsy
… Bronchoscopy is a diagnostic procedure used to obtain a small amount of … rejection Complications from bronchoscopy are rare. The most common complication is bleeding from the biopsy site. During a bronchoscopy, a lung doctor takes a small …
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Robotic Hernia Surgery: How It Works and Why It Matters
… surgery and wondered what it really means for patients. Is a robot actually performing your operation? Will you … that provides a magnified, immersive view of the surgical site. Unlike traditional surgery where the surgeon looks at a … angles. Ability to Handle Complex Cases Perhaps the most significant advantage of robotic surgery is the ability …
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The Heart: A Love Story
… a person’s soul and kept their body warm. Today, the heart is a universal symbol of love and affection. We see its … grew so obsessed with silphium that they stamped silver coins with the plant’s heart-shaped seedpod on one side and … bolstered the power of its mysterious contraceptive lore; most people couldn’t try the measure for themselves. The idea …
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