A range of reproductive factors, including age when periods first start and an early menopause, are all linked to a heightened risk of COPD-the umbrella term for progressive lung conditions that cause breathing difficulties-finds research published online in the journal Thorax. Miscarriage, stillbirth, infertility, and having 3 or more children are also associated with a […]
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved a new device for treating children weighing 10 kg or more with acute kidney injury (AKI) due to sepsis or a septic condition who require kidney replacement therapy. The approval is granted to company SeaStar which is currently testing the device in critically ill patients with AKI […]
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers discovered a molecular mechanism by which excessive dietary protein could increase atherosclerosis risk. The findings were published in Nature Metabolism today. The study, which combined small human trials with experiments in mice and cells in a Petri dish, showed that consuming over 22% of dietary calories from protein […]
Singapore: A recent real-world study published in Prostate International reaffirmed that high-power holmium laser (HPHL) thulium fiber laser (TFL) in large prostates is equally efficacious concerning 30-day complications. The researchers also found that thulium fiber laser with the en-bloc technique has a shorter operative time which significantly and positively impacts short- and medium-term functional outcomes. […]
In a promising revelation, a recent cross-sectional analysis of the Australian Health Survey 2011-2013 has uncovered positive associations between avocado consumption and enhanced cardiometabolic health in Australian adults. Avocados have long been recognized for their potential health benefits. The study results were published in the Nutrition Journal. Also Read: Daily avocados consumption may improve diet quality, […]
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a debilitating genetic disorder characterized by muscle weakness and degeneration that often leading to severe disability and shortened lifespan. A new therapy called apitegromab for patients revealed promising results in a recent phase 2 clinical trial published in the Neurology Journal. Apitegromab is an investigational fully human monoclonal antibody that […]
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) not only affects joint health but also significantly impacts work productivity and leisure activities. Previous studies have highlighted the substantial burden of PsA on patients’ ability to work and engage in daily activities. PsA is associated with reduced health-related quality of life and various comorbidities, leading to impaired social participation and functional […]
A recent study published in the Journal of Translational Medicine explored the intricate relationship between monocytic inflammation, C-reactive protein (CRP) and the onset of type 2 diabetes (T2D). The investigation looked into the association between systemic inflammation that assessed by joint cumulative high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (CumCRP), monocyte to high-density lipoprotein ratio (CumMHR)and the incidence of […]
Cutaneous flushing is a common dermatologic concern often resistant to conventional treatments.Oral medication or light-based therapies including laser or intense pulsed therapy may not be effective in some cases of persistent erythema and flushing. Intradermal botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) injection can be used to treat intractable erythema and flushing, but studies with large samples and […]
In a groundbreaking development for pediatric dentistry, researchers have explored an alternative to the long-established gold standard material, Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA), for vital pulpotomy procedures in primary molars. The study concludes that TotalFill® BC RRM™ Fast Set Putty can be considered a viable alternative to MTA for primary molar pulpotomy. The study results were published […]