Diagnostic radiology is not immune to the likelihood. All radiologists, trainees and technologists who perform or assist in image-guided needle biopsies or intravenous contrast administration live with some level of risk.
In a recent interview with Cardiovascular Business, ACC President Edward T. A. Fry, MD, discussed some of the healthcare disparities that were highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“In light of more infectious COVID-19 variants and ongoing high rates of transmission, COVID-19 vaccination for all orthotopic heart transplant recipients is of paramount importance,” the authors concluded.
Despite increases of 250% for CTA and 428% for CTP, researchers observed lower rates of neuroimaging utilization among rural residents, older individuals (80 years and above), women and Black patients.
Given high mortality and a high threat of limb loss for CLTI patients, the statement aims to standardize core competencies and improve patient outcomes.
The COVID-19 pandemic has left hospitals facing higher costs across the board, according to a recent report from the American Hospital Association (AHA).
As COVID-19 pressed hospitals to postpone procedures, reorient priorities and learn new ways to soldier on in service of the sick, one medical specialty distinguished itself as well prepared to lead by example, several observers suggest.
Experts involved in the study suggest their findings could eventually be used to detect pancreatic cancer in its earliest stages when patients are most likely to respond to interventions favorably.
