Articles tagged with Mortality Rates
Studies found that patients undergoing surgery at critical access hospitals had lower heart failure, diabetes, obesity, and co-existing disease rates. Adjusted Medicare expenditures were also lower at these hospitals, with no significant difference in 30-day mortality rates or complication risks compared to non-critical access hospitals.
Researchers found that patients with low aortic valve gradient and severe left ventricular dysfunction have higher mortality rates after TAVR. However, patients with this profile should still be considered for the procedure due to improved quality of life for those who remain alive one year post-procedure.
A new study published by Yale School of Medicine researchers found that heart attack rates are trending down nationwide, but lower-income communities continue to experience higher hospitalization rates for acute myocardial infarction. Despite similar declines in heart attack rates across all income levels, low-income communities have n...
A population study found that low birthweight babies had increased death rates from infancy to adolescence, with causes including perinatal events and congenital malformations. The study suggests focusing on upstream events to prevent low birthweight remains an important health goal.
Babies born with low birthweight are at a higher risk of death from infancy through to adolescence compared to those born at normal weight. The research found that death rates were 130 times more frequent in very low birthweight infants, highlighting the importance of targeting factors contributing to low birthweights.
A review of over 1.5 million people found that daily meat consumption, especially red and processed meat, increases all-cause mortality. The study recommends limiting animal products and consuming more plants to promote preventive care.
A recent study published in the British Journal of Surgery found that emergency surgery patients in lower-income countries have a significantly higher mortality rate. The study monitored 10,745 patients and found death rates were three times higher in low-income countries despite adjustment for prognostic factors.
A Johns Hopkins study suggests that over 250,000 deaths per year in the US are due to medical error. The researchers advocate for updated criteria for classifying deaths on death certificates to better reflect reality.
A new Canadian study finds that people recently released from correctional facilities have a risk of dying from a drug overdose 56 times greater than the general population. The life expectancy of this group is also significantly shorter, by 10.6 years for women and 4.2 years for men.
New research reveals that US areas with high drug-overdose death rates are not always associated with high drug trafficking, contrary to expectations. Despite this, Western Pennsylvania and other regions like southern Michigan and eastern Ohio experienced rapid growth in overdose deaths nationwide.
Recent studies show a decrease in mortality rates among children and young adults in the poorest US counties, with improved healthcare, food, and nutrition programs likely contributing to these reductions. Life expectancy at birth differs by poverty level, with richer counties showing stronger increases.
A study using Swedish registry information found that individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD) experience excess mortality, with both predisposition and AUD itself contributing to the risk. The study suggests that interventions targeting AUD could lead to reduced mortality rates among those affected.
A study of 108,630 women found that living near areas with high levels of green vegetation was associated with lower mortality rates, particularly from kidney disease, respiratory disease, and cancer. The researchers attributed this to improved mental health, social engagement, physical activity, and reduced air pollution.
A nationwide study found that women living in homes surrounded by more vegetation had a 12% lower overall mortality rate and stronger associations with reduced respiratory disease and cancer mortality. Improved mental health was estimated to explain nearly 30% of the benefit from living around greater vegetation.
Researchers analyzed over 7,000 patient encounters with severe sepsis or septic shock, finding that 68% of patients without shock did not receive an ICD diagnosis code. Patients assigned codes had a higher mortality rate, ICU admission rate, and hospital length of stay compared to those identified by clinical criteria alone.
A new analysis of laparoscopic surgery for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease shows remarkably low death rates and minimal need for reoperations, making it a viable treatment option for selected individuals.
US heart disease death rates have declined overall since the 1970s, but there are significant differences in rates among US counties, with weaker declines found south of the Mason-Dixon Line. The study's findings emphasize the importance of geography for heart disease prevention and treatment, suggesting that social and economic condit...
New research published in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine suggests that austerity measures in England have been associated with significant increases in mortality rates among pensioners aged 85 and over. The study found a 1.4% rise in mortality for every 3% drop in pension credit spending per beneficiary.
Overdose deaths in PA rose 14-fold between 1979 and 2014, with highest rates among young women and white men. The analysis suggests potential targets for public health intervention and law enforcement efforts.
A new analysis suggests that reducing fruit and vegetable prices by 10% could lower the death rate from heart disease and stroke by about 1%, saving around 64,000 to 69,000 lives over a 15-year period. This is more effective than mass media campaigns, which would save between 7,500 and 8,300 lives.
A new Penn study links moving more with decreased mortality, finding even small amounts of physical activity can have a significant impact. Adding just 10 minutes of light activity per day can reduce the risk of mortality, according to the research published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise.
A study of nearly 460 ICUs across 50 countries found ARDS to be underrecognition and undertreatment, associated with a high mortality rate. Clinical recognition of ARDS ranged from 51% to 78.5%, with varying hospital mortality rates depending on severity level.
A Yale University study found VA hospitals to have slightly lower mortality rates among older men with specific conditions, but higher readmission rates compared to non-VA hospitals. The differences were small, indicating that the VA healthcare system is doing comparatively well for these vulnerable patient groups
A new study found that dietary and pharmaceutical interventions can have opposite effects on mortality rates in males versus females. The findings support the theory that the sexes age differently, with some interventions increasing longevity in females but decreasing it in males.
Patients with chronic kidney disease and periodontitis have a significantly higher all-cause mortality rate compared to those with chronic kidney disease alone. The study analyzed data from 13,734 participants and found an increased risk of death at 10 years for individuals with both conditions.
A UK study found a link between reduced one-to-one nursing care for sick newborns and higher death rates in neonatal intensive care. The study suggests that improving staffing ratios could reduce neonatal deaths and is in line with guidelines from the British Association of Perinatal Medicine.
A higher nurse to patient ratio is associated with a reduced risk of inpatient death, particularly when each registered nurse cares for an average of six or fewer medical inpatients. Policies geared towards substituting registered nurses with healthcare support workers should be reviewed.
A study found that US life expectancy is lower than in comparable high-income countries due to injury deaths. The 3 main causes of death, motor vehicle traffic crashes, firearm-related injuries, and drug poisonings, accounted for a significant portion of the gap.
A study found that Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals had lower 30-day all-cause mortality rates for heart attack and heart failure, but higher readmission rates for these conditions compared to non-VA hospitals. The findings suggest that VA hospitals are starting from a better place in terms of quality care than two decades ago.
A study of 536 patients found that those admitted as medical emergencies at weekends are significantly older and more physically incapacitated than weekday admissions. The researchers suggest this may explain the higher death toll for weekend hospital admissions.
Death rates from leukemia in Europe are expected to decline, with the greatest falls seen among children and young adults. Improvements in treatment and management have contributed to this trend, but some leukaemias remain challenging to treat.
A population-based study found that preoperative frailty is strongly associated with an increased risk of death following surgery, particularly in younger patients and after joint replacement. Frail patients are at a higher risk of mortality, especially in the early postoperative period.
A new University of Birmingham study has found that lower levels of antibodies in saliva are associated with an elevated risk of mortality. The research discovered a negative correlation between IgA secretion rate and all-cause mortality rates, with underlying associations to cancer mortality, particularly non-lung cancers.
A study found that politicians elected as heads of government face a higher risk of early death compared to runner-up candidates. In contrast, the general population in the UK has seen a 37% lower mortality rate over the past 65 years.
A large UK study of one million women found no association between unhappiness and increased mortality. Life-threatening poor health can cause unhappiness, but unhappiness itself is not directly linked to illness or death.
A new study found that as country-level C-section rates increase up to 19%, maternal and neonatal mortality rates decline, while rates above 19% show no further improvement. The World Health Organization's recommended rate of 10-15% may be too low.
Two studies found that higher cesarean delivery rates were not correlated with maternal or neonatal mortality, but rather inversely correlated with certain health problems in childhood. The researchers suggest that the optimal level of cesarean delivery may be higher than previously recommended.
Research shows that higher C-section rates up to 19% can lead to lower maternal and neonatal mortality rates, while rates above 19% show no further improvement. This study suggests re-examining policy benchmarks for C-section rates on a country-wide level.
On November 13, 2015, a coordinated attack in Paris overwhelmed medical staff. Doctors from Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (APHP) describe the heroic response of their colleagues, praising teamwork and solidarity in treating over 300 wounded patients.
A higher resting heart rate is associated with a greater risk of death from all causes, independent of traditional cardiovascular disease risk factors. Research published in CMAJ found that every 10 beats/min increment of resting heart rate increases the risk by 9% for all-cause mortality and 8% for cardiovascular mortality.
A study found that young women who survived heart attacks or strokes had higher mortality rates from cardiovascular events, with an increased risk of cardiac and cerebral events. The researchers followed up with 226 women who had a heart attack, 160 women who had ischemic stroke, and 782 comparison patients for nearly 19 years.
A new analysis found that global maternal mortality rates declined by 43.9% between 1990 and 2015, with the largest decreases seen in Eastern Asia, where the rate fell from 95 to 27 deaths per 100,000 live births. However, the decline was lower in other regions, falling short of the UN's 75% goal.
A new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that youth offenders face a significantly higher risk of early death as they become more involved in the judicial system. The study analyzed 518 youth offender deaths and found that mortality rates rose with increasing levels of interaction with the justice system.
A study found that women with heart disease are less likely to receive optimal care at discharge from U.S. hospitals, resulting in a higher death rate compared to men. Additionally, black patients with heart disease have a significantly higher three-year death rate than white patients, despite similar quality of care.
Researchers found that middle-aged white Americans have seen a sharp increase in death rates after 1998, primarily caused by drug and alcohol poisoning, chronic liver disease, and cirrhosis. This trend reverses decades of progress and is not seen in other rich countries or minority groups.
Breast cancer incidence rates have increased among African American women, converging with those of white women. The rise is attributed to ER positive breast cancers and may reflect rising obesity rates. Black women are more likely to be diagnosed at later stages and have poorer survival rates due to lack of access to timely treatment.
The age-standardized death rate for all causes combined decreased by 43% between 1969 and 2013, driven by declines in heart disease, cancer, stroke, and unintentional injuries. While the rate of decrease has slowed for these leading causes, other factors such as tobacco control efforts and advances in early detection and treatment have...
Despite rising life expectancy in every province of China, substantial health inequalities remain. Life expectancy is up to 10 years lower in some western provinces compared to less developed countries like Bangladesh.
An international team of researchers analyzed data from 308,297 nuclear industry workers and found a linear increase in cancer mortality with increasing radiation exposure. The study strengthens the scientific basis for current radiation protection standards.
The study found significant reductions in central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) and surgical intensive care unit (SICU) mortality rates after EHR implementation. This improvement resulted in a lower risk of CLABSI per 1,000 catheter days and a decrease in overall SICU mortality.
The prevalence of nonmedical use of prescription opioids decreased among adults in the US from 2003 to 2013, while the prevalence of prescription opioid use disorders and related deaths increased. The study highlights the need for coordinated efforts to address nonmedical use of prescription opioids and heroin abuse.
Researchers found a 30% higher mortality rate by suicide among those born before the school cutoff day, compared to those born after. This study highlights the importance of policy intervention to alleviate the relative age effect and its impact on future well-being.
A 2009 mandate reduced time between critical injury and definitive care, resulting in improved survival rates. Decreasing transport time and increasing prehospital helicopter transport within 60 minutes or less led to a lower percentage killed in action.
Researchers found that shielding parenteral nutrition from light significantly decreases oxidative stress and cell damage in premature infants, improving their survival rates. The study's findings suggest a potential solution for reducing mortality rates in preterm infants born between 26-31 weeks of gestation.
A new study published in International Journal of Quality in Health Care found an association between hospital accreditation and mortality rate among patients. Hospitals that fully met the requirements of the Danish Healthcare Quality Programme had a significantly lower mortality rate compared to those that only partially met the stand...
Research at Derby Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust found a 90% medical bed occupancy target reduced hospital death rates by 4.5-4.8% and improved the national 4-hour A&E waiting target performance from 33% to 51.4%.
A University of Granada study found that young male cyclists between 15 and 24 years old are at highest risk of death in traffic accidents. The researchers analyzed data from over 50,000 cyclists involved in accidents between 1993 and 2009, concluding that age and sex play a significant role in mortality rates among cyclists.
A new report finds breast cancer incidence is increasing in many low- and middle-income countries, while death rates are decreasing in most high-income countries. The study suggests that economic development and urbanization may be contributing factors to the rising incidence rates.
Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in Europe, with four million deaths annually. Inequalities between European countries are stark, with higher death rates in Eastern Europe, indicating the impact on longevity.
Research reveals that young adults, especially women, are not benefiting equally from declining heart disease death rates. Despite improvements in older adults, the annual percentage change in death rates for young men and women showed no improvement between 1990-1999 and has only fallen one percent since 2000.