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The Changing Face of Medical Care Limits: A Swiss Hospital's Journey

January 1, 2026

In Swiss hospitals, deciding on the right level of care for critically ill patients is a big deal. Doctors often have to choose between aggressive treatments or focusing on comfort. This choice can include orders like Do Not Resuscitate (DNR), Do Not Admit to Intensive Care Unit (ICU), or Do Not Adm

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When Patients Remove Their Own Breathing Tubes: What Happens Next?

July 8, 2025

In intensive care units, patients who are on breathing machines sometimes remove their own tubes. This is called self-extubation. It's a big deal because it often leads to them needing the tube put back in. A group of researchers wanted to find out why this happens and what it means for the patient'

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Delirium: A Different Approach to Care in Critical Units

June 16, 2025

Delirium is a serious issue for patients, especially those in critical care. It can greatly affect their recovery and overall health. Many times, drugs are used to manage delirium. However, there's growing evidence that non-drug methods might be just as effective, if not more so. The idea of us

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How Many Chemo Rounds Help Node-Negative Stomach Cancer Patients?

December 15, 2024

Have you ever wondered if more chemotherapy rounds after surgery help patients with stomach cancer that hasn't spread to lymph nodes? This question has not been thoroughly studied, especially for patients who already had chemotherapy before surgery. A multicenter study is now looking into this. The

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The Hidden Danger: How Non-Target Lesions Affect PCI Patients

November 25, 2024

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), commonly known as an angioplasty, is a go-to treatment for people with severe blockages in their coronary arteries. While this procedure works wonders in the target vessels, it's important to keep an eye on what's happening elsewhere. You see, even after the