Entries by aaron

Women With Pre-Pregnancy Chronic Conditions Face Greater Risk of Severe Maternal Complications: Study Shows

Canada: Women entering pregnancy with multiple chronic conditions (MCC) face significantly higher risks of severe maternal complications, including morbidity and mortality, according to a large population-based study from Ontario, Canada. The study also found that emergency department visits and hospitalizations were more frequent among these women, highlighting the need for tailored, multidisciplinary care.     The […]

De-escalation of DAPT provides benefits in patients after CABG: ESC Study

Compared with dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT), a de-escalated DAPT strategy resulted in similar graft occlusion rates and reduced clinically relevant bleeding in patients who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2025. Saphenous vein grafts remain the most frequently used conduits in […]

Delayed Hip Fracture Surgery Increases 30-Day Mortality in Older Adults, finds study

A new study published in the journal of BMC Surgery revealed that longer waiting times before hip fracture surgery were linked to higher 30-day mortality risk in elderly patients, with a threshold of around 42 hours marking significantly increased risk. This study from the Affiliated Kunshan Hospital of Jiangsu University conducted a retrospective cohort study […]

Why male embryos grow faster: Study reveals genetic clues

Cornell researchers have uncovered the genetic triggers that cause male and female bovine embryos to develop differently, as early as seven to eight days after fertilization. The breakthrough in basic science has implications for human health – such as drug development and in vitro fertilization – and for bovine health and dairy industry sustainability. Scientists […]

Post MI Beta blockers may offer no benefit for heart attack patients and women can have worse outcomes: ESC Study

Beta blockers-drugs commonly prescribed for a range of cardiac conditions, including heart attacks-provide no clinical benefit for patients who have had an uncomplicated myocardial infarction with preserved heart function. Beta blockers have been the standard treatment for these patients for 40 years. This is a breakthrough discovery from the “REBOOT Trial” with senior investigator Valentin […]

CPAP Therapy Eases Acid Reflux Symptoms in Patients With Sleep Apnea, Indian Study Reports

India: A new prospective cohort study from India has revealed that consistent use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy not only alleviates obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) but also improves gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms. The research, led by Dr. Sohini Saha and Dr. Meghanad Meher from the Department of General Medicine, Institute of Medical […]

Navigating Endoscopic Sedation: Study Compares Safety Profiles of Propofol, Remimazolam, and Ciprofol

As endoscopic procedures become increasingly common, the choice of sedative agent used during these delicate procedures is of paramount importance. While propofol remains a widely utilized option, its limitations related to cardiovascular depression and injection pain have prompted the exploration of novel sedatives like remimazolam and ciprofol. A recent systematic review and network meta-analysis set […]

Breastfeeding After Breast Cancer Found Safe in POSITIVE Trial

A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology found women who breastfed after breast cancer did not face an increased risk of recurrence or contralateral disease. Many women were also able to breastfeed successfully after breast-conserving surgery, including from the affected breast.  The POSITIVE trial evaluated the safety of temporarily interrupting endocrine therapy (ET) […]