Faridabad: In a medical marvel, doctors in Haryana’s Faridabad have successfully conducted liver transplants in two young girls with rare diseases, using a bloodless technique. The girls, aged 10 and 11 years, suffered from Wilson’s disease, an inherited disorder that accumulates copper in the body; and an autoimmune liver disease, where the body’s immune system […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of diabetes management, semaglutide has emerged as a formidable player, celebrated not just for its prowess in glycemic control but also for its unique ability to induce weight loss. The latest research endeavor has turned its attention to the role of semaglutide in the aftermath of total hip arthroplasty (THA), aiming […]
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a commonly performed procedure to alleviate pain and improve functional limitations caused by end-stage joint damage. Effective management of postoperative pain following TKA is crucial to the prevention of complications and enhancement of recovery. Adductor canal blocks (ACB) with conventional bupivacaine (CB) provide adequate analgesia after TKA, but carry a […]
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is associated with significant sleep disturbances, impacting patients’ overall well-being. Recent research suggests that light exposure plays a critical role in regulating sleep patterns. This study was published in the journal Sleep. PD patients often experience circadian rhythm disruptions and sleep difficulties, which can exacerbate their symptoms and decrease their quality of […]
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder with limited treatment options for adolescents with moderate-to-severe disease. Lebrikizumab is a monoclonal antibody targeting interleukin (IL)-13. Researchers have found in first of its kind study that Lebrikizumab was associated with clinical benefit among patients atopic dermatitis and skin of color. In this study, treatment with […]
Obesity is prevalent among individuals with bipolar disorder (BD), posing significant health risks. Liraglutide, a medication indicated for chronic weight management, has shown promise in reducing body weight with minimal neuropsychiatric effects. A recent study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of liraglutide 3 mg/d in individuals with stable BD who were obese or […]
Young American Indians, ages 15-39, had cholesterol levels more than two times higher than the general U.S. population, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association , an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association. The researchers noted that previous research has estimated thatapproximately 25% of adolescents and approximately […]
In a significant development in pediatric healthcare, nirsevimab, a long-acting monoclonal antibody, has demonstrated robust real-world effectiveness in protecting infants against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-associated hospitalizations, according to an analysis by the New Vaccine Surveillance Network during the period of October 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024. The report was published in CDC Morbidity and […]
Prostate cancer is a common malignancy affecting men worldwide, and intermediate-risk prostate cancer (PCa) presents a challenging treatment scenario. MRI-guided focal therapy (FT) has emerged as a promising approach, allowing for targeted treatment while preserving healthy prostate tissue. However, long-term outcomes of this technique remain underexplored. A recent study aimed to evaluate the 2-year oncological […]
Recently published research paper discusses the effectiveness of single lung ventilation (SLV) using a double lumen tube (DLT) for providing surgical exposure in the thoracic cavity. It emphasizes the protective benefits of SLV for a healthy lung, highlighting the types of unhealthy lung fluids it protects from, such as blood, lavage fluid, malignant, or purulent […]