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ACC: Leadless Pacemaker, Subcutaneous ICD Feasible
First proof of concept of successful wireless device-to-device communication in rhythm management
ACC: Higher Platelet Inhibition With Switch to Ticagrelor
Switching from prasugrel to ticagrelor linked to transiently increased levels of platelet inhibition
Marker IDs More Lymph Node Mets in Endometrial Cancer
Addition of ICG and near-infrared imaging ups detection of SLN, LN metastases
ACC: Faster Absorption of Crushed Prasugrel in STEMI
Crushed prasugrel led to reduction in P2Y12 reaction units for up to four hours post-loading dose
ACC: Good Outcomes for Endovascular Procedures for CLI
Increase in endovascular procedures linked to decrease in in-hospital death, major amputation
Gene Panel Test May Help Predict Ovarian Cancer Prognosis
Women with mutations in some 'DNA repair' genes may survive much longer, research shows
ACC: PPI Tx Also Beneficial for Those on Low-Dose Aspirin
Gastroprotection with PPI therapy reduced primary GI end point in patients on low-dose aspirin
Late Parenteral Nutrition Superior in Pediatric ICU
Withholding nutrition for one week clinically superior for critically ill children
AAN: Preeclampsia, LBW Up With Severe Migraine While Pregnant
Women older than 35 appear most at risk, researchers find
Gene Test IDs Breast CA Patients Who May Not Need Chemo
Analysis can help women who won't benefit from additional treatment to avoid side effects
