Needle Dislodgement Problems Pose Risk During Dialysis Treatment: Report
An alarm system that can detect dialysis needle dislodgement problems is widely used in Europe, but currently unavailable to most Americans.
Tag Archives: Bleeding
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Endologix AFX2 Graft Risk Information Updated in FDA-Approved Labeling
The FDA is requiring a post-market study by Endologix to determine AFX2 Graft System risks
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Xarelto Side Effects More Likely to Result in Death than Warfarin for Afib Patients with Heart Disease: Study
Researchers found side effects of Xarelto make it a less appealing option than warfarin for patients with heart disease-related atrial fibrillation.
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Brilinta Bleeding Risks Increased for Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery: Study
Side effects of Brilinta tripled the risk of significant bleeding events following coronary artery bypass, although the blood thinner did decrease the risk of vein graft failure
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Blood Thinner Extended Use Study Finds Little Difference in Warfarin, Xarelto, Eliquis Bleeding Rates
Xarelto and Eliquis bleeding rates were high when the drugs were first introduced without an effective reversal agent.
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Covidien Surgical Stapler Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Life-Threatening Infections in Canada
Similar complaints have been filed in the U.S. over Covidien surgical stapler failures, as well as failures by surgical staplers from other manufacturers.
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Endologix AFX Graft System Should Not Be Used For Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Due To Endoleaks: FDA
This is the latest in a string of stent graft system warnings by the FDA, due to the risk of potentially fatal endoleaks.
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Blood Thinners May Face Increased Bleeding Risks During Respiratory Tract Infections: Study
The findings raise concerns over how healthcare professionals should mitigate the bleeding risks when infections are diagnosed, the researchers warn.
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Brilinta Decreases Stroke Risk, But Increases Bleeding, In Some Patients When Compared To Plavix: Study
Brilinta carried double the risk of bleeding from any cause compared to Plavix, according to the findings.
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Study Links Xarelto To Increased Risk of Strokes and Brain Bleeds: Study
Xarelto bleeding risks have been a problem since the drug was first introduced, which resulted in tens of thousands of Xarelto lawsuits which have since been resolved.
