The association with coronary artery calcium persisted following extensive adjustment, whereas carotid plaque findings may be largely explained by cardiometabolic risk factors.
Moderate coffee consumption generally appeared safe for most adults, but randomized evidence suggested divergent effects on atrial fibrillation and premature ventricular contractions.
A nationwide German claims analysis found lower initiation of guideline-recommended sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors among women and patients living in lower-income municipalities.
A large international randomized trial found fewer postoperative pulmonary complications with sugammadex vs. neostigmine following major abdominal or thoracic surgery, although the difference was driven primarily by reduced atelectasis.
A consensus statement called for immediate adoption of enhanced radiation protection devices, although evidence of long-term health benefits and effectiveness across procedural settings remains limited.
In a phase 2b trial, the highest dose produced an estimated 12% mean weight reduction vs 1% with placebo, although gastrointestinal adverse events were common.