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Atherectomies / artery / vascular surgery could be leading to high rates of amputations / death

By Hicbd
Mon Jul 17 2023 3:30 pm

"For some people with advanced forms of peripheral artery disease, atherectomies can be useful. But even for them, studies have found that atherectomies do not work better than less expensive methods of clearing blockages and restoring blood flow. Others have found that because atherectomies can further inflame patients’ arteries, they can lead to higher rates of amputations."

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https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/15/health/atherectomy-peripheral-artery-disease.html
https://ihpi.umich.edu/news/teaming-reduce-atherectomy-rates-across-michigan
https://www.propublica.org/article/maryland-dormu-minimally-invasive-vascular-medicare-medicaid

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Categories:
Personal Health U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Consumer Protection / Safety U.S. Healthcare Doctors U.S. Medicaid Medical / Health Research Medical Malpractice Corruption / Fraud Cardiology U.S. Medicare Surgery Lawsuits / Personal Injury

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