Kidney stone disease remains a growing health concern worldwide, with metabolic, inflammatory, and lifestyle factors all contributing to risk. New research now suggests that individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may be particularly vulnerable. In a large population-based study involving nearly 20,000 participants, researchers found that patients with RA experienced more than double the incidence of […]
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found biparametric MRI to performs just as well as the current gold-standard multiparametric MRI in detecting clinically significant prostate cancer. The findings could reshape global diagnostic practices, particularly in health systems struggling with capacity and cost constraints. Multiparametric MRI has long been considered the […]
A recent study published in the journal of Eye revealed that low hemoglobin levels may significantly raise the risk of developing diabetic retinopathy (DR). The findings highlight hemoglobin as an overlooked but potentially modifiable risk factor in managing type 2 diabetes. The research used the TriNetX network from 2010 to 2022 and analysed data from […]
A simple fitness tracker might hold the key to revolutionizing maternal healthcare. Scientists at Scripps Research have found preliminary evidence suggesting that common wearable devices such as the Apple Watch, Garmin and Fitbit could remotely monitor pregnancy-related health changes by tracking physiological patterns-like heart rate-that correlate with hormonal fluctuations. “Wearable devices offer a unique opportunity […]
In a new study, artificial intelligence matched and potentially exceeded the performance of gastroenterologists and conventional scoring in evaluating endoscopies of Crohn’s disease patients. The results, published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, show a computer vision model identified mucosal ulceration as accurately as physician reviewing videos, while also being strongly correlated with the most common […]
Australia: Children born to mothers with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy face a heightened risk of cognitive and developmental challenges, according to a large systematic review and meta-analysis published in PLOS Medicine. The research shows that while links to autism and global developmental delay diminish when factors such as birthweight and gestational age are considered, a […]
Chronic diabetic wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers, are a significant burden for patients, as impaired blood vessel growth hinders the healing process. A recent breakthrough offers hope by combining small extracellular vesicles (sEVs) loaded with miR-221-3p and a GelMA hydrogel to target thrombospondin-1 (TSP-1), a protein that suppresses angiogenesis. This new bioactive wound dressing not […]
What compels someone to keep engaging in alcohol use, even if it damages their health, relationships and wellbeing? A new study from Scripps Research offers an important clue: a small midline brain region plays a key role in how animals learn to continue drinking to avoid the stress and misery of withdrawal. In a new […]
Belgium: Researchers have found in a new study that nanoparticles offer significant potential in endodontics by enhancing antibacterial and biocompatible properties compared to conventional materials. However, concerns about long-term biocompatibility, manufacturing scalability, and clinical integration remain; the review calls for focused translational research to safely and practically integrate these laboratory advances into everyday dental practice. […]
A recent study published in the Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases revealed that frailty significantly worsens outcomes for older adults who undergo ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), shortening life expectancy and increasing long-term mortality. This research analyzed health data from the Vektis health insurance claims database, focusing on patients aged 70 and […]