India: A recent study from India has revealed that kidney involvement is highly prevalent among children diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), with nearly two-thirds developing lupus nephritis (LN) either at diagnosis or within five years. These findings are part of the first report from the Indian Pediatric Lupus Nephritis (pLN) Registry and were published […]
China: A new study published in BMC Ophthalmology has identified key factors influencing the success of orthokeratology (Ortho-K) in slowing axial elongation among children with myopia. Researchers found that age, spherical equivalent refraction (SER), and parental high myopia significantly affect treatment outcomes. Additionally, maintaining proper lens decentration without visual disturbances and adhering to regular follow-ups […]
A post hoc study published in Mycoses has confirmed that efinaconazole 10% solution is both effective and safe for treating toenail onychomycosis in adults aged 65 and older. Despite age-related nail changes, the treatment showed comparable results in older adults and the general population, supporting its use in elderly patients. The study was conducted by […]
A new study published in the journal of BMC Psychology revealed that reformer pilates significantly reduces pain intensity, fear of movement, and fatigue in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain. The practice also promotes active living and improves both mental and physical health, with some effects reaching clinical significance. Chronic pain is often defined as persistent […]
A new study published in the journal of Fertility and Sterility showed that women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) at midlife are more prone to unfavorable eating behaviors. Therefore Weight management counseling should be sensitive and holistic, addressing psychological distress and eventually targeted support can help reduce disordered eating patterns in this population. Adults with […]
Total knee arthroplasty is a commonly performed procedure with postoperative complications including blood loss, pain, and hematoma formation. The role of intra-articular drainage in reducing these complications remains controversial. Alessandro Smimmo et al conducted a study to evaluate the effects of intra-articular drainage on hemoglobin levels, pain, hematoma formation, and the need for blood transfusion […]
Japan: A large nationwide retrospective cohort study published in Respiratory Medicine has found that ampicillin-sulbactam may offer better outcomes than third-generation cephalosporins, such as ceftriaxone and cefotaxime, in the treatment of aspiration pneumonia. Conducted by Jumpei Taniguchi and colleagues from the Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Health Economics, School of Public Health, The University of […]
Researchers have found in a new study that Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is a safe and practical procedure for pregnant women, associated with minimal intraoperative and postoperative complications. The study was published in Cureus journal by VK Singhal and fellow researchers. A retrospective observational study in UAE hospital has reaffirmed the feasibility and benefits of LC […]
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified hepatitis D as a human carcinogen, especially when co-infected with HBV, increasing liver cancer risk by 2 to 6 times. While WHO reports progress in vaccination and national plans, testing and treatment remain alarmingly low-only 13% of HBV and 36% of HCV cases are diagnosed. […]
A new study published in the journal of BMC Oral Health showed that adenoid hypertrophy in children aged 7–12 does not significantly influence skeletal growth based on cervical vertebral maturation. However, it is associated with delayed dental development, as indicated by significantly lower Nolla dental age scores. This suggests impaired tooth eruption. Therefore a multidisciplinary […]