(June 11, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - According to research presented to the American Society of Echocardiography, good blood glucose control can improve myocardial blood flow in those with diabetes. In a study of 28 patients, researchers found that those whose HbA1c levels decreased during four months of medical therapy had their myocardial blood flow reserve and flow velocity improve, compared to those with no improvement in glycemic control.

From Columbus - According to a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, computers are a source of a surprising number of acute injuries. It is estimated that between 1994 and 2006 over 78,000 people were treated in U.S. emergency departments for computer-related injuries such as cuts, bruises, sprains and fractures. The most common cause of injury was tripping and falling over the equipment.

And finally, back to Washington - According to another study presented to the American Society of Echocardiography, surgical intervention is superior to medication for treating ischemic cardiomyopathy. In a study of over 270 patients, researchers found that revascularization led to an average survival of nearly 6 years, compared to 3 years among those who received medication.

For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.