Repeated low-level red light exhibited a stronger impact on myopic children compared with premyopic individuals suggests a study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology. A study was done to compare the effects of repeated low-level red light (RLRL) treatment on axial length growth and refractive error changes in myopic and premyopic children. Subjects were […]
Rib fracture in number of ribs independent risk factor for venous thromboembolism suggests a new study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) refers to a condition characterized by abnormal coagulation of blood within the veins, leading to impaired venous flow. Venous thromboembolism represents a potentially life-threatening complication following trauma, […]
Researchers have found that the investigational combination of xanomeline-trospium (KarXT) is effective and well-tolerated in individuals with schizophrenia who are experiencing acute psychosis. The randomized controlled phase III EMERGENT-3 trial demonstrated that the combination therapy significantly reduced Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS) total scores over five weeks compared to placebo, indicating its potential as […]
Wearable biosensors paired with AI may predict aggression among young psychiatric inpatients with autism JAMA Network open Aggressive behavior is a prevalent and challenging issue in individuals with autism. A study was done to investigate whether changes in peripheral physiology recorded by a wearable biosensor and machine learning can be used to predict imminent aggressive […]
A recent study explored the impact of vitamin intake on cancer risk among individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and revealed promising results with vitamins C and E. The key findings of the study were published in the International Urology and Nephrology. Chronic kidney disease affects kidney function over time and often limits the dietary […]
Opioid use during pregnancy is not associated with a substantial increase in the risk of neuropsychiatric disorders such as ADHD in children, finds a large study from South Korea published by The BMJ today. A slightly increased risk of neuropsychiatric disorders was found, but the researchers say this should not be considered clinically meaningful because […]
Biologics are a treatment option for patients with pityriasis rubra pilaris suggests a new study published in the Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery. A study was done to describe the published efficacy and adverse event rates associated with existing biologics for the treatment of pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP). A literature review using the PubMed database (January […]
Madras- Granting relief, the Madras High Court recently accepted the plea of a 19-year-old NEET aspirant for a bio-break and wearing adult diapers and changing them when required during the NEET exam on May 5. Justice GR Swaminathan observed that any candidate who was not necessarily suffering from any disability set out under the 2016 […]
New Delhi: Reviewing the proposal presented by the drug major Akum Pharmaceutical, the Subject Expert Committee (SEC) functional under the Central Drug Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has opined the firm to submit the justification and rationality of the fixed-dose combination (FDC) antimicrobial drug Meropenem Trihydrate IP (Sterile) eq. to Anhydrous Meropenem 1000mg + Sodium Carbonate […]
Lucknow: Noting that in the absence of any evidence-based finding, the conclusion of Uttar Pradesh Medical Council (UPMC) and the erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI), now National Medical Commission (NMC) cannot be sustained legally, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has absolved a gynaecologist from charges of medical negligence. It was alleged that […]