Using a combined scanning technique on patients with early-stage breast cancer improved treatment in almost three out of ten cases in a trial presented at the 14th European Breast Cancer Conference. Using the combined positron emission tomography-magnetic resonance imaging (PET-MRI) scans enabled doctors to spot signs that a patient’s tumour had begun to spread, meaning […]
In a recent study that could influence the management of nonvalvular atrial fibrillation among the elderly, recent outcomes unveiled the comparative effectiveness and safety of edoxaban against apixaban. This research was carried out using data from the United Kingdom Clinical Practice Research Datalink spanning from 2015 to 2021. Nonvalvular atrial fibrillation is a common heart […]
A recent study published in the Journal of Neurology found that antipyretic (fever-reducing) treatments before exercise can significantly reduce the risk of overheating, a common deterrent to physical activity in people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS). This research opens new avenues for to manage MS symptoms and enhance exercise participation among pwMS. Multiple sclerosis is a […]
20% urea cream may effectively manage patients with keratosis pilaris suggests a new study published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a benign dermatosis consisting of folliculocentric keratotic papules or pustules with surrounding erythema, often on proximal extensor surfaces of extremities. Management strategies for Keratosis pilaris largely center on moisturization […]
New Delhi: The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) recently upheld the order of the State Commission which had held a Patiala-based hospital and its surgeon liable for negligence and deficiency in service while performing laparoscopic cholecystectomy. During the surgery, the patient suffered a cut injury to the portal vein, requiring the conversion of laparoscopic surgery […]
Madurai: Emphasizing the need for research in the field of the Indian System of Medicine, the Madras High Court bench recently observed that due to the failure to conduct any clinical trial and adequate research, this medicinal system is not getting the required audience internationally. “The fact remains that even after 75 years of independence, we […]
In a recent comprehensive study in Hong Kong, researchers investigated the effectiveness of oral antivirals and vaccinations in mitigating mortality and severe COVID-19 progression among hospitalized adults with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection. The study aimed to provide insights into the efficacy of these interventions in improving patient outcomes and informing public health strategies amidst the ongoing […]
Mumbai: Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children successfully performed a complex multiple-staged surgery to save the forearm of a two-month-old girl child, thus preventing it from amputation. The child had developed severe cellulitis of the left forearm at the time of her birth. She developed a severe infection immediately after birth, resulting in gangrene (necrosis) […]
Lucknow: Taking action against an MBBS student enrolled at Saraswati Institute of Medical Science, Hapur for allegedly using forged documents in her application for admission, the Allahabad High Court has ordered an FIR against her. “The Director, National Training Agency and the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Union of India, New Delhi are directed to […]
Foster City: Gilead Sciences, Inc. has announced the completion of the previously announced transaction to acquire CymaBay Therapeutics, Inc. for approximately $4.3 billion in total equity value. The addition of CymaBay’s investigational lead product candidate, seladelpar for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) including pruritus, complements Gilead’s existing liver portfolio. “The acquisition of CymaBay brings […]