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2025 Guide: Drug-Eluting Coronary Stent Innovations Transforming Patient Outcomes

2025 Guide: Drug-Eluting Coronary Stent Innovations Transforming Patient Outcomes Introduction Coronary artery disease (CAD) remains one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide, affecting approximately 126 million individuals globally. The management of CAD has evolved significantly over the past few decades, with percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) emerging as

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Cerebral Vasospasm Management After Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Current Strategies and Emerging Technologies

Cerebral Vasospasm Management After Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Current Strategies and Emerging Technologies Introduction Cerebral vasospasm remains one of the most challenging and potentially devastating complications following aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH), affecting 30-70% of patients and significantly contributing to delayed cerebral ischemia (DCI) and poor neurological outcomes. Despite advances in neurocritical care

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Intracranial Aneurysm Flow Diversion: Long-Term Outcomes and Patient Selection Criteria

Intracranial Aneurysm Flow Diversion: Long-Term Outcomes and Patient Selection Criteria Introduction Intracranial aneurysms represent a significant health concern, affecting approximately 3-5% of the general population and carrying the devastating risk of rupture with subsequent subarachnoid hemorrhage. The management of these vascular abnormalities has evolved dramatically over the past three decades,

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Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): Patient Selection Criteria and Outcomes in Low-Risk Populations

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): Patient Selection Criteria and Outcomes in Low-Risk Populations Introduction Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) has revolutionized the management of severe aortic stenosis, evolving from a procedure initially reserved for inoperable or high-risk surgical candidates to one increasingly utilized across the full spectrum of risk profiles.

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Joint Replacement Implant Materials: Comparative Analysis of Ceramic, Metal, and Polyethylene Bearing Surfaces

Joint Replacement Implant Materials: Comparative Analysis of Ceramic, Metal, and Polyethylene Bearing Surfaces Introduction The field of orthopedic joint replacement has witnessed remarkable evolution over the past several decades, with significant advances in implant design, surgical techniques, and biomaterials. Among the most critical factors influencing long-term outcomes in arthroplasty is

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Hydrophilic Guidewire Technology: Comparative Analysis of Coating Durability and Clinical Applications

Hydrophilic Guidewire Technology: Comparative Analysis of Coating Durability and Clinical Applications Introduction Hydrophilic guidewires represent one of the most significant technological advancements in interventional medicine, fundamentally transforming the landscape of endovascular procedures across multiple specialties. These specialized medical devices, characterized by their water-attracting surface properties, have revolutionized the ability of

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