A database analysis shows that mortality in men with acute urinary retention is high and increases strongly with age and comorbidity; multidisciplinary care may identify and treat comorbid conditions. Medscape Medical News
This article reviews the literature on specific issues for older adults that need to be considered when treating older adults with burn injury. Geriatrics & Aging
A cohort study confirmed high risks for symptomatic venous and arterial thromboembolic events in patients with nephrotic syndrome, especially in the first 6 months, and identified predictors of risk. Medscape Medical News
For patients undergoing major liver resection, ANH is safe, effectively reduces the need for allogeneic transfusions, and should be considered for routine use. Annals of Surgery