Entries by aaron

Is Montreal Cognitive Assessment for cognitive screening accurate in diverse populations? Study sheds light

USA: A recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society has pointed out the inappropriately high current Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) in a culturally/linguistically diverse urban setting, leading to a high false-positive rate.  The researchers revealed that lower English and Spanish MoCA cutpoints may improve diagnostic accuracy for identifying cognitive impairment in […]

Statin Use Associated with Lower Pneumonia Risk in Melioidosis Patients: Study

Statins, commonly used to manage cholesterol levels, have been previously linked to a reduced risk of pneumonia and other infections. However, it remains unclear whether statin use specifically lowers the risk of pneumonia compared to other clinical presentations of infection caused by the same pathogen. A recent study aimed to investigate the association between preadmission […]

Annual mammography with clinical exam is “likely sufficient” than semiannual after breast-conserving surgery: Study

USA: A recent study found that evidence is insufficient to support semi-annual mammography in the early postoperative period after breast-conserving surgery (BCS) in patients treated with neoadjuvant therapy (NAT), and annual mammography with the clinical exam is likely sufficient. “Annual mammography with a clinical exam rather than semiannual is likely sufficient for women who have […]

Preeclampsia in first trimester linked to higher spontaneous preterm birth risk: AJOG

A recent research published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology unveiled a highly effective method for predicting preterm birth risk in the first trimester of pregnancy. This study was conducted by the Fetal Medicine Foundation that indicates a combination of maternal risk factors, mean arterial pressure, uterine artery pulsatility index and placental growth […]

Dupilumab safe to continue during vaccine administration in children with AD reveals study

Dupilumab inhibits interleukin (IL)-4 and IL-13 signalling. This monoclonal antibody also acts as an immunomodulator. The current recommendation is to avoid live vaccine administration in dupilumab-treated patients. A case series involving nine children with severe atopic dermatitis (AD) receiving measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine with/without the varicella vaccine in dupilumab clinical trials found no […]

Milk intake may protect against type 2 diabetes in patients with lactose intolerance: Study

USA: A recent study published in Nature Metabolism has shown a protective association between milk intake and type 2 diabetes among lactase non-persistent (LNP) individuals. They also showed a potential involvement of gut microbiota and blood metabolites in this association. Patients with lactose intolerance are usually advised not to consume milk. However, many still consume […]

Psychological Impact of Itchy Dermatoses: Study Highlights Link with Depression, Anxiety, and Stigmatization

A recent study led by Claudia Zeidler, MD, from the University Hospital Münster in Germany, sheds light on the psychological burden experienced by individuals with itchy dermatoses. The research explores the association between itch severity and feelings of depression, anxiety, and stigmatization, emphasizing the importance of addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of skin […]

Noninvasive technique spleen stiffness measurement promising for diagnosing and managing portal hypertension: Study

Researchers have discovered a new noninvasive technique called spleen stiffness measurement for diagnosis of portal hypertension. Portal hypertension (PHT) is a severe complication of chronic liver disease, like cirrhosis, where increased pressure builds up in the portal vein. This major blood vessel drains blood from the intestines, spleen, and stomach to the liver. This can […]

Put a Stop to Seat Leaving Bond Penalty: Maharastra Resident Doctors Urge NMC

Mumbai: Referring to the National Medical Commission’s statistics regarding the number of medical students who committed suicide and dropped out of institutes in the last five years, the Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD) has urged the Commission to put a stop to Seat Leaving Bond penalty in any way or form. According to NMC data, […]