Study doubts heart-lung machine as cause of mental decline
A Dutch study finds mental decline after heart bypass surgery also occurs in patients using off-pump devices. Differences between heart-lung and off-pump groups fade by one year, suggesting factors beyond the heart-lung machine, such as anesthesia or surgical trauma, may affect cognition.
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FDA advisers cite problems with cold pill
FDA advisers in Gaithersburg said pleconaril may reduce birth control effectiveness and could drive virus mutations. They unanimously opposed approval citing safety and broader virus risk. A final decision is expected by summer.
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Test aids rapid diagnosis of heart failure in ER
A 15 minute blood test detects B-type natriuretic peptide to confirm heart failure in patients with severe shortness of breath. Dr. Alan Maisel called the test a major advance. Biosite funded the study. The Triage test is used in about 500 U.S. hospitals and helps distinguish heart failure from other causes of breathing trouble.
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San Diego Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Maisel
Biosite Inc
San Diego
American College of Cardiology
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