surgery risks

Lawmaker's death a reminder of surgery risks

Headlines from the Associated Press  Tue, 02/09/2010 - 17:48

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Gallbladder surgery is usually a very safe operation, but a powerful congressman's death is a reminder of the known risks....


 

Bariatric Surgery Risks Low in Short Term (CME/CE)

MedPage Today Surgery  Wed, 07/29/2009 - 15:00

LITTLE FALLS, N.J. (MedPage Today) -- The risk of death and other adverse outcomes shortly after bariatric surgery is low, but it varies depending on characteristics such as body mass index and history of deep vein thrombosis, researchers found.