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— Despite being life-threatening, sepsis can be easy to miss
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Detecting asymptomatic infections and decolonization among new recommendations
New high-risk conditions added as well, including chronic kidney disease and asthma
Researchers plan to improve accuracy of concept in future study
Randomized trial suggests benefit is largely in those with 40-60% ejection fraction
Researchers plan to improve accuracy of concept in future study
Randomized trial suggests benefit is largely in those with 40-60% ejection fraction
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However, other medical, mental health risks similar at 1 year for COVID, flu, and sepsis patients
A case for monitoring global longitudinal strain despite normal LVEF
Death and drug resistance unchanged no matter the duration of treatment
DEVICE trial finds higher success rates versus direct laryngoscope in the critically ill
Men with hypogonadism and heart disease or risk factors saw no increased risk vs placebo
Mortality rate reached 49% versus 12% for fungal infections not associated with COVID cases
Trial yields mixed results of giving antifibrinolytic drug in the field
Swedish study is largest, with longest follow-up to date
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But procedure no less effective for this higher risk group, COAPT trial post hoc analysis shows
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Findings could pave the way for considering common complication in stewardship programs
Research suggests that younger adults in particular manage insomnia for stroke prevention
Future treatments don't have to be limited to slowing disease, case series suggests
