FDA Finds No Risk of Death Linked to Paclitaxel-Coated Balloons and Stents
The FDA has reversed its opinion on paclitaxel-coated balloons and stents, saying they no longer believe the implants increase the risk of death for patients.
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Paclitaxel-Coated Balloons And Stents May Increase Risk Of Death, But Clinical Trials Can Continue: FDA
The FDA is calling for clinical trials to continue, with some precautions, into potential mortality risks linked to balloons and stents coated with paclitaxel.
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Side Effects of Paclitaxel-Coated Balloon and Stents Linked To Increased Risk of Death, FDA Warns
The FDA is warning that paclitaxel-coated stents and balloons appear to significantly increase the risk of patients' deaths.
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Taxol Linked to Neuropathic Pain in Women with Breast Cancer: Study
Use of the chemotherapy drug Taxol (paclitaxel) may significantly increase the risk of chronic neuropathic pain in breast cancer survivors, according to a new study from U.S. researchers.
