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Reconstructive Surgery Aids Swallowing After Tongue Cancer Resection
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Almost all patients with base of tongue cancers treated with primary surgery and reconstructed with a modified radial forearm free flap consistently achieve efficient and safe swallowing postoperatively, Canadian researchers report in the August issue of the Archives of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. Reuters Health Information
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Teamwork Slashes Cardiac Surgery Wound Infection Rates
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A multidisciplinary approach to maintaining optimal glycometabolism in cardiac surgery patients has led to an impressive reduction in deep sternal wound infection rates at one New England hospital. Reuters Health Information
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Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Reduces COPD Exacerbations
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Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) reduces the frequency of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations, according to a report in the January 15th issue of the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. Reuters Health Information
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