Study: obesity improves short-term survival in sepsis
In a large cohort study of 55,038 adults hospitalised with sepsis, short-term mortality (death or hospice) was lower in overweight... Read more
Acute-on-chronic liver failure: criteria for ICU admission
Cirrhosis is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world. Patients with cirrhosis may develop decompensated... Read more
IROI Study: Intra-abdominal hypertension afflicts 50% of ICU patients
The Incidence, Risk Factors, and Outcomes of Intra-Abdominal Hypertension in Critically Ill Patients (IROI) Study is the... Read more
3-step 15sec hand-rubs reduce infection & improve hygiene compliance
The spread of infectious diseases in hospitals and the increase in hospital deaths due to Health Care Acquired Infections is... Read more
#ACR2019: AI-LAB™ democratising radiology AI
A new initiative launched by the ACR Data Science Institute aims to empower radiologists to develop artificial intelligence... Read more
Mammography damage control: a decade of fake news
“Mammography does more harm than good” sums up countless headlines seen in many medical journals, books, and other published articles... Read more
Heart failure patients do not take guideline-recommended drugs
Heart failure patients who could possibly benefit from a newer class of drug to lower their heart rate were more likely to... Read more
Influenza activity associated with an increase in hospitalisation for CV events
In a recent study study, surveillance data from 4 US communities was used to associate monthly influenza-like illness (ILI)... Read more
7 steps to a heart-healthy lifestyle
The 2019 American College of Cardiology (ACC)/American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines on Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular... Read more
Part 2: How to be one step ahead of healthcare cyber hackers
A recent report from advisory BDO has highlighted ‘the most underrated cyber threats’ in the healthcare sector. ‘Brace for... Read more
How to choose clinical communication tools
Communication plays a big role in human interaction. In healthcare, effective communication between care providers, and with... Read more
CHIME opens first European chapter
The College of Healthcare InformationManagement Executives (CHIME) and Associazione Italiana Sistemi Informativi in Sanità (AISIS)... Read more
KLAS: Providers want higher quality management tools
KLAS’ most recent report, " Quality Management for 2019: The Search for a One-Stop Shop ," points towards dissatisfaction... Read more
Sustainable healthcare: The Danish model that's streets ahead
Similar to other wealthy developed countries, Denmark is facing challenges from an ageing population with more chronic disease.... Read more
Experts and novices: getting the leadership balance right
Managing a team is not easy. This is especially true in healthcare management where the team often comprises people with... Read more
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Zoom On: Bernd Saugel
Bernd Saugel, MD, EDIC is a Professor of Anesthesiology and works as... Read more
Making ethics the business of healthcare
Every two years, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) organises... Read more
Part 1: Cyber security key obstacles and addressing tech personnel shortage
A recent report from advisory BDO has highlighted ‘the most underrated... Read more
Zoom On: Chelsea Beecher - Innovator of the Year
Chelsea Beecher serves as the Director of Development for the American... Read more
#ECR2019: Impact of AI on medical imaging access
Noninvasive MRI digital physical exam provides a Whole Body approach... Read more
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How to improve patient-ventilator synchrony
Waveform analysis and optimization of ventilator settings... Read more
Telemedicine – a new model for pre-hospital ultrasound?
FUJIFILM SonoSite’s M-Turbo point-of-care (POC) ultrasound systems will... Read more
7 Ways to Improve Patient Outcomes in the New World of Value-Based Care
Introduction Hospitals around the world are under increasing... Read more
Regional Healthcare Initiatives in the UK: An Opportunity For Silo-Busting & Integrated Diagnostics
Health authorities in the UK are developing regional initiatives... Read more
7 Ways to Maximize your Hospital’s Reputation
Executive summary A hospital’s reputation can do much to help... Read more
Taking the Mystery Out of Machine Learning
Radiologists have been taught to fear machine learning. It means what... Read more
Raising Care Standards to Enhance Patient Outcomes
Executive summary Hospitals are under increasing pressure to... Read more
Seven Steps to a More Efficient and Resilient IT Solution
Efficient patient-centric care models require consolidating mountains... Read more
Breaking Down Silos: Delivering True Clinical Value From a VNA
The vendor neutral archive offers one of the best opportunities... Read more
Clinical And Economic Effects Of The i-Stat POCT Solution
INTRODUCTION In Germany, emergency departments (EDs) often... Read more
Establishment of Ambulatory Emergency Services at James Paget University Hospital
INTRODUCTION A study of emergency admissions in England found... Read more
Canterbury Hospital, Australia
Located in Sydney’s Inner west, Canterbury Hospital has just over... Read more
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Groundbreaking Pain Management Initiatives in Europe
The Active Citizenship Network has launched a prize for good practices... Read more
Human factor approaches improving EMR usability and satisfaction
The EMR does not have to fail The much-maligned Electronic Medical... Read more
The evolution of left ventricular assist devices
Cutting-edge therapy at a high price Left ventricular assist devices... Read more
Rapid Pathogen Testing With PCR/ESI-MS
The RADICAL multicentre observational study was performed to compare... Read more
Hot Topics in Intensive Care in Turkey
In Turkey intensive care was not a separate specialty for years, and was... Read more
Creating Stronger Bonds Between Health Managers And Clinicians
Managers and clinicians in health and social care are committed profe... Read more
