Lung volume reduction surgery is undergoing a renaissance as a treatment for emphysema -- the nation's fourth leading cause of death -- in part because a major National Institutes of Health study published in 2003 identified which patients were viable candidates.
Two highly motivated young neuroscientists will receive the Pauletta and Denzel Washington Family Gifted Scholars Program in Neuroscience awards during a May 19 ceremony in New York City.
A molecular change that takes place in the newly formed blood vessels of progressing brain tumors has now been documented in the most common type of breast cancer, as well. The molecular shift occurs in major proteins called laminins, important constituents of blood vessels.
Approximately 11 percent of women will undergo surgery for urinary incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse during their lifetime. Thanks to new minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, women typically recover from such surgeries within a week or two, rather than needing the six to eight weeks that were required for open procedures.
Outpatient gastric bypass surgery, aortic dissection, and a new way to diagnose sciatica, are all featured topics in this month's tipsheet from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Urinary incontinence, which affects approximately 11 million women in the United States, may be a symptom of a complex pelvic support disorder. While they may begin with childbirth, many women notice pelvic support disorders more as they age.
As if holiday menus weren't difficult enough to plan, the special diet of your elderly loved ones can make meal preparations even more challenging -- especially when your family's favorite foods might now compromise their health.
When the inner lining of Richard Houchin's aorta split, he suffered a stroke and temporary kidney failure.
Gastric bypass surgery is not new, but until recently, it was only available on an inpatient basis and required a two-to-three-day hospital stay. Now, though, Cedars-Sinai is one of the first in Southern California to offer the procedure on an outpatient basis for selected patients.
The faculty and staff of Cedars-Sinai mourn the passing of Jeremy (H.J.C.) Swan, M.D., chairman emeritus of the Division of Cardiology. Dr. Swan steered the cardiology program through years of growth, organization and achievement, establishing its world-class reputation.
Allergy and asthma sufferers can anticipate a higher level of symptoms this spring due to a "massive germination" of allergens expected after Southern California's heavy rains in January, says Zab Mosenifar, M.D., director of pulmonary and critical care at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
C. Noel Bairey Merz, M.D., and Nieca Goldberg, M.D. "“ the Go Red for Women team from the American Heart Association "“ were honored Wednesday night at the Woman's Day Magazine "Red Dress Awards" in New York City.
Researchers have found that new nerve imaging technology called Magnetic Resonance neurography was effective to reveal that a pinched-nerve in the pelvis called piriformis syndrome caused sciatic leg pain in the majority of patients who had failed diagnosis with an MRI scan and/or who were not treated successfully with surgery.
Despite the evidence that cigarette smoking is a major cause of coronary heart disease, more than 46 million Americans continue to smoke cigarettes or use over the counter nicotine products to satisfy their nicotine addiction.
John C. Law, a real estate executive with an extensive track record as a community leader, has been elected chairman of the board of Cedars-Sinai Health System. Law has served as vice chair since 2002, and has also served as chair of the Building Committee and Nominating Committee.
Presenting the keynote address at this year's Brainworks, Dr. Gabriel E. Hunt Jr., a neurosurgeon at Cedars-Sinai's Maxine Dunitz Neurosurgical Institute, will describe the challenges and opportunities he encountered on his path to becoming a neurosurgeon.
The January medical tipsheet from Cedars-Sinai includes story ideas on IVIG therapy, androgen excess in women, polycystic ovary syndrome, gene therapy, a canine cancer survivor (pet therapy dog) and more.
If your children are starting out the New Year by "breaking in" the new skateboards they received as holiday gifts, it's important to be sure they are also educated about skateboarding safety.
As his name implies, Henry Arthur Cole is no ordinary dog. It's not just that he dutifully volunteers as part of the pet visitation program at Cedars-Sinai. No, what sets Henry apart is the fact that he now continues his volunteer work as a cancer survivor.
The polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common endocrine disorder among reproductive-age women, produces a wide variety of body changes with both physical and emotional implications for sufferers. Ricardo A. Azziz, MD, MPH, MBA, Chair of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Director of the Center for Androgen-Related Disorders, and Executive Director of the Androgen Excess Society, an international research organization, is available for interviews on PCOS and Patient Quality of Life.
Premenopausal women who seek help for excessive hair growth, even if it is not significant enough to meet the clinical definition of hirsutism, need to be evaluated for endocrine and reproductive system abnormalities.
According to a recently published study, an immune-modulating therapy significantly improves kidney transplantation rates, even among "highly sensitized" patients whose immune systems have previously prevented them from being considered for transplants.
Three boys from Ecuador, ages 8, 9 and 11, are the first to undergo lifesaving heart surgeries at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center thanks to actor/director Mel Gibson, Cedars-Sinai surgeons, and the intervention of Healing the Children. The boys and their physicians are available for interviews.
The December tipsheet includes story ideas pertaining to holiday safety for children, the Charite artificial disc, organ transplantation, a new Center for Reproductive Medicine and more.
An immune-modulating therapy improves kidney transplantation rates, even among "highly sensitized" patients whose immune systems have prevented them from receiving donated organs.
Although Marylou Ferry experienced increasingly debilitating headaches for years, a benign tumor that was crowding out the normal tissues and structures of her brain was not found until it was the size of a large orange.
Researchers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center have found that a small protein called hsFlt3L delivered via a genetically engineered virus increased the number of immune cells in the brain and significantly slowed tumor growth, increasing the survival of laboratory rats in pre-clinical studies.
From candles to candy, ornaments to allergies, the holiday serve up special risks for kids. Dr. Kate Perkins, Medical Director of the Children's Health Clinic at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, offers 14 tips for protecting children from holiday hazards.
With the launch of the Center for Reproductive Medicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles is rounding out its comprehensive approach to the diagnosis and treatment of women's reproductive disorders.
Andrew Scott Klein, MD, MBA, is the new director of the Comprehensive Transplant Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Holiday celebrations offer an array of temptations for partygoers to abandon healthy nutrition habits, while calorie-laden foods pose a special challenge for the many American children and adults who are struggling with the proverbial "battle of the bulge."
A diverse group of international cardiologists and cardiovascular researchers has sent a formal request to former President Bill Clinton inviting him to help in the campaign for heart attack eradication.
Because the enzyme cyclooxygenase-2 has been linked to many types of cancers, manipulation of the enzyme is considered an attractive anti-cancer strategy. Researchers now describe COX-2's harmful impact on key cells that result in the immune system's tolerance of deadly brain tumor cells.
1) Flu vaccines for pregnant women; 2) Use of over-the-counter at-home defibrillators; 3) Acoustic neuroma; 4) Outsmarting brain tumors patient conference; 5) Parkinson's disease research.
Women who are expecting a baby should be considered high priority during this season when the Flu vaccine is in short supply, and should seek an influenza vaccine as soon as possible.
An estimated 70-80 percent of cardiac arrests occur at home, often suddenly and without warning. While cardiopulmonary resuscitation can buy some time as families wait for paramedics, the only way to actually re-start the heart with a jolt of electricity is by using a defibrillator.
A variety of specialists from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and its Maxine Dunitz Neurosurgical Institute will present the latest information on research and treatment for adult and pediatric brain tumors.
1) Music therapy; 2) Obesity vs. Fitness as a Risk Factor for Heart Disease in Women; 3) Chemotherapy Following Vaccine for Brain Tumors; 4) Hyperspectral Imaging Endoscope; 5) Parents With Paralysis are Blessed by the Birth of Twins.
When an acoustic neuroma "“ a benign tumor that grows on a nerve extending from the brainstem to the inner ear "“ is discovered when it is two centimeters or larger in size, there is very little chance that hearing in the ear can be saved.
Researchers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center have found that two specific proteins delivered via a genetically engineered virus into the brains of laboratory rats, prevented the progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the brain that cause Parkinson's disease.
Although excess body weight is associated with numerous heart disease risk factors, the body mass index appears to be a poor predictor of both existing coronary artery disease and future risk of adverse events in women.
Netanel is the middle name the Kleins gave to their firstborn twin, Yosef. It means "God has given" in Hebrew and applies equally to brother Yaakov, says their father, Shmuel.
Researchers have found that stress tests may not adequately screen for latent atherosclerosis "“ a hardening of the arteries due to plaque build-up "“ and the leading cause of heart disease. Findings indicate that many patients could benefit from additional screening for coronary calcium.
Glioblastoma multiforme grows quickly and spreads rapidly. Although it has been the target of both conventional and experimental treatments, it has remained virtually unstoppable. Now a combination of two therapies appears to slow its progress and significantly lengthen patient survival.
Includes: 1) National Women's Health Platform; 2) Minimally Invasive Upper Lumbar Fusion Surgery; 3) Fluorescence Spectroscopy; Hyperspectrial Endoscopy; 4) Brain Cancer Chemotherapy Following Vaccine; 5)Magnet Hospital Designation; 6) Backpack Safety; and more.
Caregivers have long known about music's power to elevate a patient's mood, ease pain, and lessen muscle tension. Musicians are receiving five-star reviews and standing ovations from patients, families, physicians, and employees who've experienced the "Music for Healing" program.
Despite parents' best efforts to protect their children from getting hurt, one of the greatest sources of potential injury often gets overlooked even when it's in plain sight: the backpack.
A newly designed endoscope, capable of providing sub-second polarized spectral images of tissue in vivo, allows physicians and surgeons to non-invasively survey and sample an entire area without actually removing tissue.
A new device that temporarily assists a weakened heart can be threaded into position through blood vessels. The procedure is a potential lifesaver for patients who arrive in the emergency room after experiencing damaging heart attacks and those whose hearts are too frail to undergo major procedures without temporary support.
Surgeons who perform minimally invasive spine fusion surgery find access to the upper portion of the lumbar spine difficult because major blood vessels, nerves and important muscles are situated in the way of the usual approaches.
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