Excessive Stent Use

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In a February 11, 2010 article published in the Wall Street Journal the excessive use of coronary artery stents was exposed. The COURAGE trial, published in 2007, argued that 1 million PCI procedures are performed each year, with at least 30% being performed in stable CAD patients. Based on the COURAGE trial results, 300,000 of these procedures could be deferred. …

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Braised Kale, with poached eggs, crispy pancetta, Kombu butter & fresh ricotta atop toasted whole wheat bread. Follow these easy directions and enjoy! Read through first, so you know what to expect. Serves 2 Wash kale and cut into large bite size pieces (including the stems) and let drain in colander. Open container labeled: (Step 2) Pancetta. Place large sauté …