Monthly Archives: April 2011

Mayo Clinic Finds New Genetic Cause of Neurodegeneration

April 29th, 2011 - 12:47 pm

Mayo Clinic researchers have discovered two mutations responsible for a devastating neurological condition they first identified 15 years ago. The researchers say their study — appearing in Nature Genetics — has revealed a new neural pathway that may help understand … Continue reading →

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MR–Guided Focused Ultrasound of Uterine Fibroids Proven Safe and Effective

April 28th, 2011 - 4:25 pm

As many as three out of four women have uterine fibroids sometime during their lives, and for some uterine fibroids can be quite painful. Over the past several years there have been many advancements in treatment options available to women. … Continue reading →

By Rebecca Eisenman | Posted in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Radiology | Leave a comment

Mayo Clinic Finds Robotic Surgery Effective for Removing Hard-to-Reach Throat Cancer

April 28th, 2011 - 4:30 am

Over the last four years, otolaryngologists at the Mayo Clinic have gained extensive experience using robotic surgery to remove tumors of the tonsils and base of the tongue. In a recent study, a team of head and neck surgeons investigated … Continue reading →

By kelley luckstein | Posted in Cancer, ENT/Audiology | Comments (2)

Jury Returns Favorable Verdict for Mayo Clinic in Elkin Case

April 27th, 2011 - 7:15 pm

In the case of Peter Elkin vs. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, Federal District Court Minnesota, the jury returned a favorable verdict today for Mayo Clinic. Prior to the jury returning its verdict, the Honorable Judge David S. … Continue reading →

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The Genomics of Bipolar Disorder

April 27th, 2011 - 9:59 am

Getting a handle on bipolar disorder is like riding a roller coaster with both patients and physicians — all hollering for stability. There is no diagnostic test to confirm bipolar disorder, and choosing the optimal drug therapy is a frustrating … Continue reading →

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Music Therapy Eases Patients’ Pain, Helps With Coping

April 21st, 2011 - 4:02 pm

Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton recently proclaimed the week of April 18-22, 2011, as Music Therapy Week. This exciting news supports the effectiveness of Music Therapy in the healthcare setting. Christina Ufer, Music Therapist-Board Certified, uses live music interventions with pediatric … Continue reading →

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David Holmes, M.D. Inducted as President of the American College of Cardiology

April 21st, 2011 - 8:38 am

After serving as President-Elect of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for the past year, David R. Holmes, M.D. was inducted as the President during the American College of Cardiology’s 60th Annual Convocation ceremony held in early April in New … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic offers needed less invasive treatment for large cerebral aneurysms

April 20th, 2011 - 8:26 am

The FDA has approved a new device for patients suffering from large, giant and wide-necked cerebral aneurysms.  Mayo Clinic is one of two centers in the country using the technology.  In this blog post, Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon Guiseppe Lanzino, M.D., … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Quality Academy Conference to be held May 3-4

April 15th, 2011 - 3:00 pm

The 15th Annual Mayo Clinic Quality Academy Conference, “Creating and Paying for Value in Health Care,” will be held May 3-4, 2011, at the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, Minn. This conference, open to all health care providers, will provide … Continue reading →

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Study linking Atrial Fibrillation and Mild Cognitive Impairment Finds Women More at Risk

April 15th, 2011 - 11:29 am

Patients with atrial fibrillation are more likely to develop non-amnestic mild cognitive impairment (MCI) report researchers from the Mayo Clinic.  Moreover, women with atrial fibrillation are more likely than men to develop the condition.  This study was presented at the … Continue reading →

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