Additional fluoroscopic and CT views can substantially reduce complications that occur during percutaneous radiologic gastrostomy, a procedure used for patients who require a gastric tube for nutritional support. "In a study of 146 patients, we saw a major complications rate of 5.9%," said Dr. Erich Lang, of SUNY Downstate Medical Center, in Brooklyn, NY and lead author of the study. Major complications included organ injury with hemorrhage and colonic perforation, he said. Minor complications, such as tube leakage or dislodgement, occurred in 17.6% of patients, he said. ...

Radiologists are a step closer to implementing a program in an underserved region of Uganda for diagnosing and treating women with palpable breast masses. The program combines a unique diagnostic algorithm along with targeted community outreach, said medical student Chris Duncan working with the organization Imaging the World. Imaging the World, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing diagnostic imaging to underserved areas around the world, has multiple obstetrical imaging programs currently operating in Uganda and plans to expand both the obstetric imaging and ...

Tomosynthesis (3D mammography) is better able to show infiltrating ductal carcinoma than 2D mammography in women at increased risk of breast cancer, a new study shows. As part of the study, six breast imaging specialists reviewed both 2D and 3D mammography images of 56 cancers diagnosed in patients at intermediate or high risk of breast cancer. "We found that 41% (23/56 cancers) were better seen on tomosynthesis and 4% (2/56) were only seen on tomosynthesis," said Dr. Sarah O'Connell, a lead author of the study. Thirty percent of cancers (17/56) were better seen on ...

Dual energy CT is an effective way to evaluate emergency department patients with possible anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, a new study shows. ACL tears are one of the most frequent ligamentous injuries of the knee; they are not commonly diagnosed in the emergency department because they are not seen on plain x-rays. Researchers at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, imaged the knees of 27 patients using dual energy CT -- 16 of the patients had confirmed ACL tears, while 11 had no history of trauma, said Dr. Katrina Glazebook, a lead author of the study. The images were ...

MDCT is a better way to measure annular size in patients with aortic stenosis who are candidates for transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) than two dimensional echocardiography, a new study indicates. The study included 69 patients who underwent an MDCT scan as well as transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography before having a TAVI, said Dr. Vineeta Sethi, lead author of the study. TAVI is done to treat patients with severe aortic stenosis who are not surgical candidates. Aortic stenosis is a common disorder in the elderly. "Measurement of the aortic ...

Virginia law addresses accidents with uninsured or underinsured drivers Article provided by Curran & Whittington, PLLC Visit us at http://www.curranwhittington.com/ When you are the victim of a car accident, you are entitled to compensation for your injuries from the at fault driver. Usually, this mean that the at fault driver's insurer will pay for your damages. Under Virginia law, drivers are generally required to carry liability insurance; this type of coverage pays for injuries that the insured driver causes to others. Drivers must carry minimum liability ...

Rash of School Bus Crashes in New Jersey Brings Safety Into Question Article provided by Brenner & Levine, P.A. Visit us at http://www.bllawnj.com School buses generally provide a safe way to transport children to and from school. Although school bus accidents are rare, and injuries from those accidents occur less frequently than injuries from car accidents, parents throughout New Jersey are starting to second guess the safety of this mode of transportation. These questions began after the state appeared to be going through a rash of car accidents with over ...

Individuals must fight to obtain their SSDI benefits Article provided by Smolich & Smolich Visit us at http://www.smolichlaw.com/ Dealing with a disability is a reality for many people. When someone becomes disabled, the inability to work can make it impossible to provide for his or her family. In the event that an individual becomes disabled, that person may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI. However, sometimes those who are eligible and most deserving are denied the benefits they need. Given this unfortunately reality, it is imperative ...

Talking about finances at the end of life Article provided by Law Offices of Alice A. Salvo Visit us at http://www.salvolaw.com When someone is facing a terminal illness, the last thing that they and their family want to think about is money. They want to focus on spending time together and making lasting memories. Getting financial affairs in order, however, is an important part of the end of life process, especially because having money matters taken care of makes it easier for grieving family members. This may require uncomfortable conversations with family members ...

Reform may be coming amid public events celebrating U.S. naturalization Article provided by U.S. Law Center Visit us at http://www.uslawcenteronline.com The path to U.S. citizenship for immigrants has been in the public awareness lately. On President's Day this year, 19,000 people obtained U.S. citizenship alone in massive ceremonies across the country. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services official blog, more than 650,000 people are naturalized each year. Amid these events, the White House has continued to push for immigration reform. In ...

SEC allegations show savvy investors not insulated from victimization Article provided by Timothy J. Dennin, P.C. Visit us at http://www.denninlaw.com/ Investing inherently involves risk. Yet, while investors may not be protected from the natural ups and downs of the market, they should never have to lose money to illegal conduct by their brokers or advisors. Even savvy investors can lose money to broker misconduct. Those who abuse their positions and cause loss to investors can face legal action from investors who wish to recoup their losses, and may even be ...

Is quicker resolution possible with a collaborative Massachusetts divorce? Article provided by Mulvey & Sneider, LLP Visit us at http://www.msfpclaw.com/ When a relationship ends after many years, the process of untangling finances and addressing the needs of children is emotionally taxing. It can also be a lengthy process that can drag out for several years. In some cases, a collaborative law approach may speed the process and ensure that the parties end up with a workable agreement that does not require frequent trips back to court to modify. The collaborative ...

Alleged workforce safety violations in Kansas grain elevator Article provided by The Alvarez Law Firm Visit us at http://www.alvarezlawkc.com/ Kansas City residents may recall hearing about the Bartlett Grain elevator that exploded in Atchison, Kansas, in 2011 and killed six workers and seriously injuredtwo others. The Kansas City Star recently outlined the details of this horrific workplace accident. Kansas grain elevator explosions Grain elevator explosions are often caused by grain dust accumulation. Grain dust is highly explosive and can be ignited by ...

Researchers optimistic about new treatment for spinal cord injuries Article provided by Heath, Overbey & Verser, PLC Visit us at http://www.hovplc.com Doctors at the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis recently announced that they had performed their first human cell transplant aimed at treating a patient with a spinal cord injury. The transplant was the first of eight procedures scheduled after the federal clinical trial was approved late last year. The group already has already begun working with a second subject. The specific procedure performed involved the ...

Caffeine may help truckers be safer drivers Article provided by Heath, Overbey & Verser, PLC Visit us at http://www.hovplc.com Anyone who has ever taken a long road trip knows that caffeine is essential to keeping awake and alert while behind the wheel. This is certainly true for long-haul commercial truck drivers, who often spend hours at a time on the highway. According to a recent study published in the British Medical Journal, caffeine does more than keep truck drivers awake, it may even help them be safer drivers. Researchers in Australia examined the ...

Man killed after being struck by turning tractor trailer Article provided by Ellis Law Offices LLP Visit us at http://www.ellislawoffices.com A substantial number of tragic car accidents involve large commercial vehicles. According to nj.com, a homeless New Jersey man using a motorized wheelchair was recently struck and killed by a tractor trailer, showing how dangerous these accidents can be, even at relatively low speeds. Tractor trailer was trying to turn A local police officer said the truck was apparently attempting to make a right turn and struck the ...

The costs of divorce extend beyond court fees Article provided by The Law Offices of Irwin D. Tubman, LLC Visit us at http://www.middlesexlawfirm.com When people think about the costs of divorce, most focus on attorney's fees and court costs. What people don't realize is that the hidden costs of divorce can be far more expensive. Hidden costs of divorce commonly result from changes to income and taxes, alimony and child support payments and adjustments to other assets like retirement savings. When thinking about divorce, it is important to consider these hidden ...

Collaborative law: an innovative option for Utah divorce negotiation Article provided by Just Law, PLLC Visit us at http://www.justlawutah.com/ Many people face the divorce process with dread. Some are concerned about their attorneys' ability to negotiate on their behalves, or if they cannot settle the terms of their divorces by negotiation, the prospect of judges deciding such personal matters might sound even more unpredictable. In recent times, a new method of divorce negotiation has taken off in Utah as it has in many other states: collaborative law. The ...

Strong implications associated with aggravated robbery Article provided by Law Offices of David Paul White and Associates Visit us at http://www.davidpaulwhite.com/ Salt Lake City residents may recall hearing about how a teenage girl and two women were accused of robbing a man at gunpoint at a local hotel. The meeting occurred around 1:30 a.m. and was arranged online between strangers. Allegedly, one of the accused adult women was invited to the motel by the victim through a website. Before going to the motel to meet the man, the woman allegedly sent a text message ...

4ipnet, Inc. presents the latest cost-effective Enterprise WLAN Solution, WHG711 combined with EAP220/ EAP757, a fast and easy-to-manage wireless network system that comes with a friendly price tag. 4ipnet Enterprise WLAN Solutions delivers seamless Wi-Fi connectivity for small to large size enterprises. Large-scale enterprise that has remote office can easily share a central network with the branch office through WLAN deployment. 4ipnet WLAN controller provides a powerful central managing system that features secure networking system, access control, WLAN management, ...

Starting April 19th, Cynthia K Seymour and Debbie Elicksen will launch on Google Hangouts: Virtual Newsmakers -- a weekly webcast show featuring virtual newsmakers, who are bridging traditional and digital communications and empowering human communications through technology. The show will air on Fridays at Noon EST (9:00 AM PST). Virtual Newsmakers will highlight people who are using technology as a conversation to bring communications to a human level and who are making things happen between traditional and digital communications. Some of the aspects of the show ...

NC Beautiful, a provider of environmental education and beautification opportunities that elevate the quality of life of North Carolinians, has announced this year's recipients of the organization's environmental education grants. Eighteen schools were awarded Windows of Opportunity Grants that are available to certified, full-time K-12 teachers in the state of North Carolina. Windows of Opportunity provides up to $1,000 grants to NC teachers to reward their creativity fostering environmental stewardship, leadership, and awareness and initiating a sense of community ...

Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP has added Alana K. Ackels as an associate and a member of its Litigation practice. "As our firm continues to grow, we are committed to attracting attorneys with significant trial experience, such as Alana," said Partner Jeffrey S. Lowenstein, chair of Bell Nunnally's Litigation practice. Ackels handles complex litigation matters in state and federal courts across Texas and throughout the United States. Notably, she has secured numerous multi-million dollar verdicts in favor of her clients - both individuals and businesses. Active ...

JoeShade, The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) and Pale Girl SPEAKS today announced that skin cancer survivor Sheryl Lowe and her husband, actor Rob Lowe, will co-chair the second annual Miles for Melanoma 5K Run/Walk at Universal Studios May 4th, 2013. Pale Girl SPEAKS is a social networking movement dedicated to raising awareness and preventing melanoma which was founded by Hillary Fogelson. Fogelson and her husband, Universal Pictures Chairman Adam Fogelson, are co-sponsoring the 5K for the second year in a row, and Universal Pictures is a sponsor. All proceeds ...

Among the Who's Who in motorsports, Concierge Care Tampa Bay was thrilled to take part in the 10th annual Festivals of Speed motorsports collection event held in St. Petersburg this past Sunday, April 7 at the Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club and Resort. This event had a percentage of the proceeds benefitting the Pediatric Cancer Foundation. This year's events held throughout the state of Florida is also celebrating 100 years of Aston Martin and 50 years of Lamborghini. With an estimated 18,000 in attendance and vintage and luxury contemporary vehicles lining the beautiful ...