Panel debates Lasik risks under FDA advisers
Lasik patients told federal advisers of severe eye pain blurred vision and even a son's suicide. The panel urged clearer warnings and more illustrative photos, plus better data on side effects and disqualifying conditions. The discussion highlighted the 700,000 annual procedures and mixed outcomes, with calls to improve safety without dismissing benefits.
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Colin Dorrian
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Matt Kotsovalos
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Artificial kidney shows promise in preliminary tests
Michigan researchers report early results from a RAD artificial kidney using living renal proximal tubule cells. In a 58-patient study, 180-day survival favored RAD (46%) over standard dialysis (76.5%), though numbers limit significance. A larger trial is planned before approval.
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Leslie Spry
Lincoln Nephrology
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National Kidney Foundation
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