Recently published study investigated the association between plasma CA-125 levels and post-extubation respiratory failure (PERF) in critically ill patients. A prospective cohort study was conducted in a tertiary hospital, enrolling patients aged 18 years or older who had received mechanical ventilation (MV) for at least 48 hours. The study found that among the 103 enrolled […]
China: A prospective community-based cohort study published in the International Journal of Cardiology has shed light on the relationship between resting heart rate and long-term outcomes in stabilized patients with myocardial infarction (MI). The study showed that resting heart rate (RHR) during the stable phase after MI was independently associated with the primary outcome, all-cause […]
USA: Fluticasone propionate nasal spray has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as the first treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis without nasal polyps. Chronic sinusitis (also called “chronic rhinosinusitis” or “CRS”) is one of the most common chronic diseases, affecting approximately 30 million adults in the United States. Research shows that the […]
Compared with diclofenac, buprenorphine is more effective for Pain Relief in Acute Pancreatitis suggests a new study published in the Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Although both nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and opioids are used for analgesia in acute pancreatitis (AP), the analgesic of choice is not known. They compared buprenorphine, an opioid, and diclofenac, an […]
Lotilaner ophthalmic solution may improve clinical signs of Demodex blepharitis for up to one year suggests a study published in the Cornea. This study aimed to evaluate the long-term outcomes of lotilaner ophthalmic solution, 0.25%, in the treatment of Demodex blepharitis. This observational, extension study included patients with Demodex blepharitis (N = 239) who completed […]
Regular urine color varies but usually ranges from clear to pale yellow. The exact hue depends on how much water you drink. Fluids dilute the yellow pigments in urine. So the more you drink, the clearer your urine looks. When you drink less, the yellow color becomes stronger. Some foods and medications can change the […]
Enhancing greenness in residential communities may mitigate adverse association of heat exposure with preterm birth suggests a new study published in the JAMA Pediatrics. Preterm birth (PTB) is associated with adverse health outcomes. The outcomes of heat exposure during pregnancy and the moderating association of greenness with PTB remain understudied. A study was done to […]
A recent study published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases found the effectiveness of longstanding supervised exercise therapy in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and severe functional limitations. This comprehensive study enrolled a total of 217 participants who were primarily females with an average age of 58.8 years. The participants were randomly assigned to […]
A recent study conducted at the Suining Central Hospital, China uncovered a significant connection between blood sugar levels and Chronic Post-Stroke Fatigue (PSF), a prevalent and persistent complication among the ischemic stroke survivors. The key findings of this study was published in the recent edition of Experimental Gerontology journal. This study focused on a total of […]
A recent study found the significant association between Elaeis guineensis (Ela g, oil palm) pollen sensitization and allergic diseases in the tropical Southeast Asian region. The key findings of this study were published in the recent edition of World Allergy Organization Journal. The study was conducted as part of the Singapore and Malaysia cross-sectional genetic […]