Middle-aged men are at a higher risk of death and ICU admission after surgery compared to women in the same age group. The study analyzed data from over 100,000 non-cardiac patients and found that mortality rates are 50% higher in men aged 40-80.
SourceThe European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ESAIC)·JournalEuropean Journal of Anaesthesiology·DateDec 18, 2021
A survey of 579 adults with chronic pain in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland found that COVID-19 lockdowns worsened pain severity in women, particularly due to increased caregiving responsibilities and emotional response. The study highlights the need for targeted pain management interventions specifically designed for women.
SourceThe European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ESAIC)·JournalEuropean Journal of Anaesthesiology·DateDec 18, 2021
Scientists at Tokyo Metropolitan University created a computer simulation predicting the spread of an invasive beetle species threatening Japan's cherry trees. The model, based on river lengths and roads, provided accurate results comparable to real-world data.
SourceTokyo Metropolitan University·JournalManagement of Biological Invasions·DateDec 18, 2021