Capillary rarefaction: a missing link in renal and cardiovascular disease?

Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have an increased risk for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Capillary rarefaction may be both one of the causes as well as a consequence of CKD and cardiovascular disease. We reviewed the published literature on human biopsy studies and conclude that renal capillary rarefaction occurs independently of the cause of renal function decline.

The Introduction of Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery: Can It Improve Hospital Economics?

Introduction: Clinical benefits of laparoscopic surgery are well established, but evidence for financial benefits is limited. This study aimed to compare the financial impact of the introduction of laparoscopic colorectal surgery.

Methods: This study included patients who underwent colorectal surgery between January 2010 and 2015.