Researchers examined data from nearly 2 million patients, sharing their full findings in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging.

Would residency directors do better to favor high-achieving students from schools of more modest national status?

Early mortality specifically related to complications during the TLR procedure was quite rare. 

"The singular message to the public is that the optimal treatment for multivessel coronary artery disease—to improve not only long-term survival but also lower your risk of complications—is coronary artery bypass surgery," one specialist said in a statement. 

Even if symptoms disappear quickly, a transient ischemic attack can be a major short-term risk indicator.

The American College of Radiology has worked out a way to protect patients from surprise medical bills for out-of-network services while modifying third-party arbitration so it sensibly serves providers and payers alike.  

A team of cardiologists and cardiac surgeons collaborated on the new analysis, reviewing data from more than 50,000 patients and developing a new risk model for clinicians.  

Reducing total calorie intake and minimizing large meals, on the other hand, were both linked to improved weight loss. The study followed participants for an average of 6.3 years.