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Cardiologist Inserts Hundreds of Unnecessary Heart Stents
Cardiologist found to have performed unnecessary surgery placing heart stents in 100s of patients in the Baltimore MD area. The stents were manufactured by Abbott Laboratories.Deadly medical errors more common than previously estimated
The Office of the Inspector General has released the results of its latest study involving patient care. The report concluded that medical errors at hospitals are more common and more deadly than previously estimated.Gallbladder surgery malpractice: patient recovers confidential settlement
Details of a recent malpractice lawsuit which ended in plaintiff's favor via a settlement in a confidential amount.Acute headache may be a medical emergency
Acute headache can be a sign of a brain hemmorhage which is a medical emergency. It is important to seek medical attention. A new study gives further information about other signs and symptoms of brain hemmorhage.CT scans of brain -- radiation overdoses under investigation
FDA has found significant problems with patients undergoing CT brain perfusion imaging also receiving overdoses of radiation. Overdosing may be the result of improper hospital imaging protocols and procedures or other misuse of the equipment.Risk of cardiac events after invasive dental procedures
This medical research study found a definite risk of cardiac events such as heart attack and stroke after invasive dental procedures.Emergency room malpractice: $2.35 million verdict for injured patient
Misdiagnosis in hospital emergency room by emergency medicine and critical care doctors resulted in partial amputations for patient with kidney infection. The jury agreed with the patient that the doctors committed medical malpractice and awarded her money damages of $2.35 million.Misdiagnosis led to whooping cough deaths
Children who died of whooping cough (pertussis) this year in California were not correctly diagnosed or treated even though they were repeatedly seen by doctors. The delay in treatment directly contributed to the deaths.Women Should Be Given Antibiotics Within One Hour Before Caesarian Delivery
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists issued a new recommendation on caesarian deliveries. Preventative antibiotics should be administered before delivery to prevent postoperative infections.Family Sues Minnesota Hospital -- Patient Dies After Falling Off Operating Table
The family of a man who fell from an operating table at a Minnesota hospital is suing the hospital for negligence in causing his death. He died after the fall, during which he sustained serious head injuries.Hospital delay in administering angioplasty to heart attack patients almost doubles death rate
"System delay," which is the amount of time between ambulance call or entering ER and receiving angioplasty is shown to nearly double heart attack patient's risk of dying. Those treated within one hour or less had almost twice the chances of survival.Temporary Agencies Often Employ Incompetent Nurses
Where nursing staff is in short supply, agencies supplying temporary nurses often fail to thoroughly check references and pertinent work history.Errors at Doctors' Offices
Almost 20% of errors in doctors' offices result in physical or emotional injury to patients.Death from Stroke While Hospitalized for Heart Attack
Study shows that deaths from stroke during hospitalization for heart attack remains a significant problem.Early Detection of Prostate Cancer with ProPSA Testing
National Cancer Institute validates prior studies, confirming that earlier diagnosis of prostate cancer may be made by blood testing for a certain type of PSA known as proPSA.Patients should be screened for sepsis after surgery, say researchers
More screening of patients after surgery for signs of sepsis (blood poisoning) and septic shock would prevent postoperative deaths according to a newly published research study.High blood pressure drug's link to increased cancer risk studied
ARB drugs used to treat high blood pressure are being linked to possible increased risks of developing new cancers, especially lung cancer.Choline found to be an essential prenatal nutrient
90% of Americans do not get enough choline -- an essential nutrient. Choline is found in eggs and has been found to be important to prenatal health by lessening the risk of heart defects and increasing attention span after birth.Deciding on best prostate cancer treatment options
What next after a prostate cancer diagnosis? A new study under the auspices of the American Cancer Society can help patients decide on the best treatment options.Cardiologists may be misinterpreting echocardiograms
Many cardiologists do not have sufficient training or expertise to accurately interpret and diagnose echocardiograms. This is an area in which a second opinion by an expert in echocardiology is worthwhile.ICU Patients More Likely to Die on Weekends
Perhaps because hospitals are short-staffed on weekends compared to weekdays, patients admitted to the ICU on a weekend are more likely to die than patients admitted to the ICU on another weekday.Public Given More Information About Doctor's Backgrounds in Colorado
Patients and the public generally do not have access to much information about their doctors. One state has now passed a Physician Transparency Law that seeks to give patients information about their doctor's record. To get or renew a license to practice medicine in Colorado, the doctor will have to disclose his malpractice suits, education and business dealings. This will allow the public including the doctor's patients to find out about malpractice lawsuits filed against the doctor and other important facts.3 Signs of Possible Melanoma
Melanoma is the rarest type of skin cancer, but among skin cancers it is the most fatal. It is important to keep an eye out for signs of possible trouble and see a physician immediately, with regular follow-up as indicated, if you have any question about the possibility of melanoma.Promising treatment for precancerous prostate
Precancerous prostate cells may be effectively treated while avoiding major side effects using radio-wave hyperthermia.Epinephrine overdose warning issued
National alert issues of risk for serious or fatal medication error. Shortages of prefilled epinephrine injectors are being experienced throughout the United States due to lack of U.S. manufacturing capacity. The medicine is used by hospitals, EMTs, ambulances and clinics but the lack of availability of prefilled dosages may lead to fatal overdoses. If you suspect an overdose of epinephrine or medication error, call or email Berger & Lagnese P.C.Free Reports
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