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Algorithm enables continuous forecasting of intraoperative blood pressure

Editor's Note Researchers at the Medical University of Vienna developed a new method using the Temporal Fusion Transformer (TFT) model to predict intraoperative hypotension in patients under general anesthesia. According to findings published August 30 in eClinical Medicine, part of The Lancet, the model utilizes routine vital sign data, including…

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By: Matt Danford
October 9, 2024
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GLP-1 agonists linked to food retention in EGD, but not combined EGD-colonoscopy

Editor's Note Patients using GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) have a higher risk of food retention during esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) when performed alone, but not when combined with a colonoscopy, according to a retrospective study from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. MedPage Today reported the news October 1. The study included 70 patients…

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By: Matt Danford
October 4, 2024
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World's first all-plastic ankle replacement offers hope for patients with metal allergies

Editor's Note MedStar Health announced the first successful all-plastic total ankle replacement surgery, performed at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. According to a September 30 announcement, the 71-year-old patient has a lifelong metal allergy and suffered from advanced joint degeneration in her right ankle, causing significant difficulty in walking. Dr. Paul…

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By: Matt Danford
October 4, 2024
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Study: Early detection of atherosclerosis linked to lower mortality risk

Editor's Note A September 2024 study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, found that subclinical atherosclerosis progression in asymptomatic individuals is strongly linked to increased risk of death from any cause, CathLab Digest September 30 reports. The study, led by Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital researchers,…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
October 2, 2024
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Spatial computing trial shows promise for enhancing OR efficiency, reducing strain on surgeons

Editor's Note Spatial computing technology could enhance surgical precision and ergonomics, according to a September 16 announcement published in EurekAlert! The report covers how surgeons at UC San Diego Health are pioneering the use of Apple Vision Pro in the OR to evaluate its potential for displaying medical imaging, vital…

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By: Matt Danford
October 2, 2024
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Study links multiple surgeries, cognitive decline in older adults

Editor's Note Multiple surgeries can spur gradual cognitive decline in older adults, according to recent research from the University of Sydney. Published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity and detailed in a September 27 university announcement, the study followed nearly half a million adults aged 40 to 69 over 20 years…

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By: Matt Danford
September 30, 2024
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Study: Bariatric surgery outperforms GLP-1s in slowing CKD progression in patients with diabetes, obesity

Editor's Note Bariatric surgery significantly reduces the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity compared to those on GLP-1 diabetes medications, according to a study from Cleveland Clinic. Published in Annals of Surgery and detailed in a September 20 announcement from Cleveland Clinic,…

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By: Matt Danford
September 27, 2024
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Surgeons leverage mobile MRI for real-time intraoperative imaging

Editor's Note MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s Verstandig Pavilion is now home to a moveable MRI system that enables real-time intraoperative imaging, NBC Washington reported September 18. As detailed in the article and accompanying video, MRIs are typically performed the day after surgery, sometimes revealing residual tumor tissue that could have…

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By: Matt Danford
September 26, 2024
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Study: GLP-1 weight-loss drugs raise postoperative infection rates

Editor's Note Patients prescribed a glucagon-like peptide-1 agonist (GLP-1) showed higher postoperative infection rates after ankle-fusion procedures in a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society. Healio reported the news September 20.   Conducted by a team at the Milton S. Hershey Medical…

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By: Matt Danford
September 26, 2024
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Study: No link between early parathyroidectomy, reduced depression risk in primary hyperparathyroidism patients

Editor's Note Research suggests parathyroidectomy may not provide a mental health benefit for PHPT patients, particularly in the context of preventing new depression. Published September 4 in JAMA Surgery, the study examined 40,231 adults with primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT), revealing that early parathyroidectomy does not reduce the risk of developing new…

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By: Matt Danford
September 25, 2024
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