Vascular
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EVAR insights from the GREAT registry
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News from the FDA/CDC
FDA: Benefits still outweigh risks from paclitaxel-coated devices for PAD
The FDA is investigating data from a recent meta-analysis of increased long-term mortality risk from paclitaxel-coated balloons and paclitaxel-...
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ATTRACT trial shouldn’t detract from pharmacomechanical thrombolysis
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In Medicare population, carotid revascularization has declined
NEW YORK – In older patients, the rate and number of carotid endarterectomies and stenting procedures declined substantially during 1999-2014,...
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Redo carotid endarterectomy is more risky than previously estimated
Real-world outcomes find complications associated with redo carotid endarterectomy are greater than that previously reported in single-center...
Point/Counterpoint
Should toe amputation be delayed in diabetic patients with osteomyelitis?
Two vascular surgeons face off on the pros and cons.
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Open AAA repair mortality rates doubled for very-low-volume surgeons
NEW YORK – When surgeons perform less than one open AAA repair or one carotid endarterectomy per year, the risk of bad outcomes increases markedly...
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Leg ulceration guidelines expected to soon include endovascular ablation
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SVS guidelines address scope of practice concerns
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VQI-VVR registry data eyed for guiding development of ethical standards
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Growing the pool of academic vascular surgeons
A successful program would not solely focus on luring young and promising junior faculty.