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The New England Journal of Medicine
In a multinational study involving more than 1,500 patients with complex cardiac profiles, findings revealed no statistically significant difference in the primary outcome of death, myocardial infarction, or unplanned revascularization between FFR-guided complete revascularization and culprit-lesion-only PCI over nearly five years of follow-up.
Cardiology April 19th 2024
In a recent randomized, multicenter trial, the use of a microaxial flow pump in addition to standard care resulted in a mortality reduction at 180 days among STEMI patients with cardiogenic shock, with a significant hazard ratio of 0.74.
In a rigorous study involving 6,522 patients, empagliflozin, when administered post-acute myocardial infarction, demonstrated a reduction in first hospitalizations due to heart failure, although it did not significantly alter overall survival rates compared to placebo.
Healthline
The latest research provides evidence that non-sugar sweeteners do not enhance appetite and can lower blood sugar and insulin levels post-consumption, which may be significant in managing metabolic health.
All Specialties April 16th 2024
This study reinforces the noninferiority of sentinel node biopsy in patients with clinically node-negative breast cancer, offering a potential paradigm shift in surgical decision-making and patient care.
Oncology, Medical April 8th 2024
This study underscores the complexity of prescribing antiseizure medications during pregnancy, revealing that while topiramate and lamotrigine show no significant increase in autism spectrum disorder risk post-adjustment, valproate exposure remains a concern due to its association with a higher ASD incidence.
Neurology April 2nd 2024