Researchers have found that abatacept treatment may benefit patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have a high risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a study published in Arthritis Research & Therapy. The study evaluated the effects of abatacept on the progression of atherosclerosis in patients with RA, showing potential advantages in terms of cardiovascular outcomes. […]
Recently published meta-analysis focused on the incidence and presentation of perioperative adverse cardiac events (ACEs) during maxillofacial surgery in adults. The review included 12 studies with a total of 34,227 patients and categorized ACEs into four types. The main findings include an overall incidence of ACEs of 2.58%, with heart rate and rhythm disturbances resulting […]
A team of researchers led by Indiana University School of Medicine faculty have developed a breakthrough new blood test for schizophrenia, a psychiatric disorder that includes hallucinations and delusions. Schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders affect over 3 million people in the United States. The new test identifies biomarkers in a person’s blood that can objectively […]
India: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) affects millions worldwide, causing episodes of dizziness and imbalance triggered by changes in head position. While the Epley maneuver has been a cornerstone in BPPV treatment, a recent study delved into its efficacy when paired with the Dizzy-Fix training device. Published in the Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head […]
Adults who have obesity and Type 2 diabetes are much more likely to see their diabetes stay in remission if they undergo gastric bypass surgery rather than sleeve gastrectomy, even after regaining weight, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS). Some people who undergo weight loss surgery regain a significant amount […]
People who take acid-reducing drugs may have a higher risk of migraine and other severe headache than people who do not take these medications, according to a study published in the April 24, 2024, online issue of Neurology Clinical Practice, an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The acid-reducing drugs include proton pump inhibitors […]
Climbing stairs is associated with a longer life, according to research presented today at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2024, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). “If you have the choice of taking the stairs or the lift, go for the stairs as it will help your heart,” said study author Dr. Sophie […]
The hip joint capsule plays a crucial role in hip function and stability, with its thickness being a significant factor in various medical conditions, surgical outcomes, and rehabilitation strategies. While magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has been the primary tool for measuring hip joint capsule thickness, a recent study explores the viability of ultrasound as an […]
A recent population-based cohort study published in the Journal of American Medical Association in South Korea found significant insights regarding the recurrence of uveitis following COVID-19 vaccination. The study targeted individuals with a history of uveitis who received one of the major COVID-19 vaccines and highlighted an increased risk of inflammation recurrence post-vaccination which could […]
Denmark: A recent analysis of EVOLVE Study Cohort has shown a higher risk of large for gestational age (LGA) offspring and preterm delivery with the insulin pump treatment (versus multiple daily injections) in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes before the widespread use of automated insulin delivery. The study, published in Diabetes Care, stated, “This […]