Mumbai: In a remarkable medical achievement, Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre recently provided comprehensive and successful treatment to an 8-year-old child from Yemen diagnosed with Papillary Thyroid Cancer. The child arrived at the facility on 2nd Jan 2024 with a 4×4 cm swelling in the front and left side of the neck that he had […]
In a recent observational study spanning three tertiary hospitals, researchers have uncovered compelling evidence supporting the widespread efficacy of metformin, the primary treatment for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The study, which focused on patients with preserved renal function, aimed to bridge existing gaps in understanding the impact of metformin on various renal conditions. The […]
A recent study looked into the intricate relationship between schizophrenia and stroke by uncovering the potential links between the mental disorder and specific stroke subtypes. While previous studies hinted at a connection between schizophrenia and stroke, this investigation was marked to be the first to explore stroke subtypes in detail. The key findings were published […]
In sub-Saharan Africa, agreement between clinicians using a handheld ultrasonographic device and expert sonographers using a high-end ultrasonographic machine regarding lung ultrasonography findings has yet to be studied. According to an Original Investigation on Imaging published in JAMA Network Open, researchers mentioned that handheld ultrasonographic devices used in addition to clinical examination may support clinicians […]
Spain: A recent study published in Frontiers in Tropical Diseases has suggested insecticide paints to be an effective innovation strategy for mosquito control. “The strategy could be implemented as a reinforcement of the measures carried out by the vector control program in the city of Praia and throughout the country,” the researchers wrote. Malaria and […]
Italy: A systematic review and meta-analysis published in BMJ Open Respiratory Research assess whether the administration of mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) or azathioprine (AZA) in interstitial lung disease (ILD) was associated with changes in pulmonary function and gas transfer. The researchers reported an unclear benefit of MMF on interstitial lung disease. They found no significant difference […]
Betamethasone administered in the late preterm period to those at risk for preterm delivery did not reduce the need for treatment of neonatal respiratory distress suggests a new study published in the Obstetrics & Gynecology. A study was done to evaluate the efficacy of antenatal corticosteroids in reducing neonatal respiratory complications when administered to those […]
Although H. pylori infection does not itself cause illness but, chronic infection is associated with long-lasting inflammation in the stomach, which can cause complications like atrophic gastritis and stomach cancer. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, H. pylori-positive individuals may exhibit a small yet statistically significant increase in the incidence […]
Fractures are a concern for older adults due to age-related bone loss, especially in women after menopause. Globally, 1 in 3 women over 50 will suffer a fragility fracture, leading to long-term health issues. Proper nutrient intake is crucial for maintaining bone health. According to previous studies, calcium, vitamin D, and K are linked to […]
Brazil: A systematic review and meta-analysis published in Urolithiasis compared the performance of single-use versus reusable flexible ureteroscopes in retrograde intrarenal surgery for urinary stones. The researchers found that both scopes demonstrated similar outcomes in operative time, stone-free rates, incidence of post-operative fever, and UTIs. The results indicate that the choice between the two hinges […]