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Handoff intervention reduces errors, adverse events at multiple hospitals

A handoff improvement program successfully reduced medical errors and preventable adverse events without slowing workflow, according to a study conducted at 9 pediatric hospitals.

Greater bleeding risk with dabigatran than warfarin in Medicare patients, two studies find

Two studies of Medicare data released last week added to existing evidence that older dabigatran users with atrial fibrillation have higher bleeding risks than warfarin users.

Guideline issued on platelet transfusions in adults

The AABB (formerly the American Association of Blood Banks) released new guidelines this week on appropriate use of platelet transfusions in adults.

Random or fasting glucose tests can target diabetes screening after MI

Random or fasting glucose measurements can be used to screen for diabetes in patients admitted for acute myocardial infarction, a study found.

COX-2 inhibitors associated with greater risk for death after ischemic stroke

Cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 inhibitor use before hospital admission for ischemic stroke was associated with a higher 30-day mortality rate, according to a new study.

Put words in our mouth

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