Women May Face Heart Surgery Delays Due to Criteria Based on Male Anatomy

Jan. 26, 2026
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New research from Michigan Medicine examines how long-standing medical standards may shape when and how women receive life-saving heart surgery. The study adds to a broader conversation about the role of sex and body size in clinical guidelines and how those factors influence care decisions. Read the full article to learn how this research fits into evolving approaches to cardiovascular treatment.

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