A patient undergoing any major surgery, including laparoscopic donor nephrectomy, experiences a temporary decline in their functional capacity. The goal of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program is to return a patient to baseline functional status as soon as possible without sacrificing safety, quality, comfort or long-term outcomes.
The impact of frailty on outcomes for liver transplant recipients is gaining widespread attention in transplant programs around the world. In numerous studies, frailty has been associated with increased length of stay, increased hospitalizations, increased costs, and increased mortality. Frailty has even been shown to have as much of an impact on patient survival as a high MELD (Model for End Stage Liver Disease).
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused an unprecedented increase in the need for emergency and critical care services. People across the globe are experiencing heightened stress. Front-line workers, who have stressful jobs even during the calmest of times, are facing new challenges both at work and at home.
For the 11th time, Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital – Plano has earned a 3-star ratings from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS). The hospital is among the top 3% of all hospitals nationwide for isolated aortic valve replacement surgery (AVR), isolated coronary bypass surgery (CABG), AVR plus CABG surgery.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in US women. However, many women present with atypical symptoms of cardiovascular disease risk. They often go untreated and are not seen again until a life-threatening cardiac event occurs. Researchers at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple, TX are participating in a clinical trial aimed at helping these women.
