WOC nurses are a special breed, helping to heal physical wounds and restore self-esteem to patients who feel vulnerable. Cleveland Clinic educates these nurses at the first-ever WOC school.
Brian Bolwell, MD, Makes Sense of Quality Metrics (Video)
In this short video, Brian Bolwell, MD, Chair of Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center, argues we must lead with quality and safety when addressing the many metrics hospitals are required to report.
Mitochondrial Disease: Preventive Care Guidance Is Available at Last
No published recommendations existed to guide patient management decisions and standardize preventive care for this rare group of genetic disorders — until now.
Post-MI Readmission Risk and Causes Vary By Time, Analysis Shows
Four in 10 readmissions after myocardial infarction in a new study occurred within the first 15 days, and most stemmed from cardiovascular causes. The authors explore implications for practice.
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1-Minute Consult: When Should an Indwelling Pleural Catheter Be Considered for Malignant Pleural Effusion?
Placement of an indwelling pleural catheter is an effective initial treatment for recurrent malignant pleural effusion. It entails a shorter hospital stay and less risk of reintervention than chemical pleurodesis.
Three Sessions You Don’t Want to Miss at ASCP
ASCP 2017 is September 6–8. Attend any of these Cleveland Clinic staff presentations or visit Cleveland Clinic Laboratories at Booth 615 to meet with staff.
Why APRN/PAs Should Find their Future at Cleveland Clinic
If you’re an APRN or PA looking for a new opportunity, look no further. In this infographic, we share why Cleveland Clinic is an exciting next step for your future.
Worsened Outcomes Due to Prior Chest Radiation Extend to SAVR for Aortic Stenosis
Long-term survival after surgical aortic valve replacement is lower when it’s for aortic stenosis that’s due to prior chest radiotherapy, a new study shows. But it’s too soon to assume TAVR is a panacea.
Complex Liver Resection As a Curative Surgery for HCC: A Case Study
Denied surgery elsewhere, a 77-year-old undergoes a complex liver resection for hepatocellular carcinoma with outstanding results.
Patient Self-Reporting of Adverse Events Feasible and Highly Informative
A new study demonstrates the feasibility of cancer patient self-reporting of adverse events using the National Cancer Institute’s PRO-CTCAE™