Iran: A case-control study published in BMC Endocrine Disorders has shown a lower likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D) with a nutrient pattern comprising plant protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and potassium. “The initial results indicate that Participants who consumed higher amounts of plant protein, fibre, vitamin C and potassium had a lower […]
Spain: In patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) and chronotropic incompetence, beta-blocker cessation may be particularly beneficial in patients with smaller end-systolic left ventricular volume, a post hoc analysis of a randomized clinical trial has shown. In the analysis that enrolled 52 patients with HFpEF and chronotropic incompetence taking β-blocker treatment, “lower […]
Despite vaccination efforts, COVID-19 treatment options are still needed, especially for those with mild to moderate symptoms. Ensitrelvir, a novel antiviral medication, was evaluated in a randomized clinical trial to assess its ability to reduce symptom duration and improve patient outcomes. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the search for effective treatment options remains paramount. This […]
In a groundbreaking study conducted at Sahlgrenska University Hospital, researchers have unveiled a game-changing approach to the treatment of acute appendicitis, challenging the conventional “wait and see” observation method. The study, involving 126 carefully selected patients, evaluated the effectiveness of early antibiotic treatment as superior compared to active in-hospital observation for the spontaneous regression of […]
Publicly available AI language models such as ChatGPT have demonstrated utility in text generation and even problem-solving when provided with clear instructions. Amidst this transformative shift Diane Ghanem et al conducted a study to assess ChatGPT’s performance on the orthopaedic surgery in-training examination (OITE). Investigation performed at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland. It has […]
A recent randomized clinical trial published in the Journal of American Medical Association investigated the effectiveness of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) in treating late local toxic effects experienced by women who underwent adjuvant radiotherapy for breast cancer. The trial from the UMBRELLA cohort study assess the impact of HBOT on pain, fibrosis, edema, movement restriction, […]
Cost-effectiveness of home-based albuminuria screening may help cut kidney and CV events suggests a new study published in the Lancet. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is often detected late, leading to substantial health loss and high treatment costs. Screening the general population for albuminuria identifies individuals at high risk of kidney events and cardiovascular disease (CVD) […]
Recently published paper presents a case where intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) played a crucial role in identifying intraabdominal bleeding during cardiac surgery. The patient, undergoing ascending aortic aneurysm and aortic valve repair, experienced increasing vasopressor and transfusion requirement during sternal closure, and TEE imaging revealed nonspecific, hypoechoic fluid anterior to the stomach. This prompted further […]
New Delhi: The Minister of State for Health, Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar clarified recently before the Rajya Sabha that the National Medical Commission’s rule of capping the MBBS seats in a particular State/UT has been put on hold up to the academic year 2024-2025. Referring to the “Guidelines for Under Graduate Courses under Establishment of New […]
Hyderabad: The Telangana State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission dismissed a surgeon’s appeal challenging a District Commission’s order. The District Commission had held the doctor and a nursing home accountable for causing functional disability to a patient by unnecessarily removing her left ovary and tube without a proper pre-surgery assessment. The Commission affirmed the reasonable nature […]