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Study Finds Women Less Likely Than Men to Receive Active Medical Treatments
A review of 38 global studies reveals that women are significantly less likely than men to receive active treatments like surgery, stents, or strong painkillers for identical conditions, including heart disease, kidney failure, and Parkinson’s. The research, published in Plos One, indicates this disparity persists across multiple specialties despite no clinical guidelines recommending different care by sex. While women were more likely to receive medication for heart issues, men were favored for invasive procedures. The findings highlight a consistent pattern of unequal care, prompting calls for clinicians to verify that treatment decisions are based on clinical needs rather than assumptions.
