Entries by aaron

Vital pulp therapy tied to less postoperative pain compared to single visit root canal treatment: Study

Vital pulp therapy tied to less postoperative pain compared to single-visit root canal treatment suggests a new study published in the JADA This systematic review investigated whether vital pulp therapy and root canal treatment (RCT) promote different postoperative pain. The authors searched PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature databases […]

Breastfeeding mothers who exercise pass on beneficial hormone to their children: Study

Although women have breastfed since the beginning of time, there is very little scientific research on how exercise affects breast milk. Online forums for pregnant women and new mothers are full of questions about this exact issue: Can exercise cause breast milk to go sour? What happens to breast milk if you do high-intensity interval […]

Uterine fibroids undergoing radiofrequency ablation or myomectomy have similar live birth rates: Study

The ULTRA (Uterine Leiomyoma Treatment With Radiofrequency Ablation) study is a comprehensive investigation comparing pregnancy outcomes between two common surgical interventions for symptomatic uterine leiomyomas: laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation and myomectomy. Uterine leiomyomas, or fibroids, are prevalent benign tumors affecting many women during their reproductive years. These fibroids can lead to fertility issues and pose risks […]

Intermittent fasting increases the risk of death from cardiovascular causes? Study sparks debate

USA: A recent study of US adults revealed that time-restricted eating (TRE)/intermittent fasting with eating duration <8 hours is significantly associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular mortality in the general population and people with cancer or cardiovascular disease. The findings, presented at the AHA’s Epidemiology, Prevention, Lifestyle, and Cardiometabolic Health Scientific Sessions in Chicago, […]

Combined PET-MRI scan could improve treatment for patients with early breast cancer: Study

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 […]

Edoxaban as good as Apixaben for VTE prevention in elderly with nonvalvular AF: Study

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 […]

Antipyretic therapy reduces overheating during exercise in people with MS, reveals study

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 Study

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 […]

Negligence in laparoscopic cholecystectomy leading to death: NCDRC slaps Rs 40 Lakh Compensation on hospital, surgeon

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 […]