Patients requiring readmission/reoperation were similar in age, sex, and BMI, though had lower albumin (3.9 vs 4.1, p = 0.005), lower hematocrit (39 vs 41, p = 0.005), were more likely diabetic (16 vs 10%, p = 0.019), current smokers (21 vs 14%, p = 0.019), had COPD (8.4 vs 4%, p = 0.004), were currently on steroids (6.6 vs 3%, p = 0.009), and had experienced weight loss (16.8 vs 11.1%, p = 0.025) compared to those who did not require readmission/reoperation
Currently approved medications have different abilities to cross the membrane that separates the blood from the brain, and this could be a key factor in their efficacy
Fat transfer is an option for patients with significant deflation or those who prefer a biological material
Some plans offer preferred pricing, while others may require higher copays or even restrict coverage for certain uses
How long does the effect last