Cancer research
Researchers at Ain Shams University in Cairo, Egypt, have reported a rare case of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) secondary to pancreatic adenocarcinoma in a patient with type 3c diabetes mellitus. The case highlights the importance of a thorough workup to identify the underlying etiology of DKA. The patient, a 55-year-old male,
Cancer genetics
Researchers at Kyushu University have identified zinc finger protein 282 (ZNF282) as a novel gene that contributes to the progression of colorectal cancer (CRC). According to a study published in Cancer Science, high expression of ZNF282 was associated with distant metastasis and poor prognosis in CRC patients. The study also
Cancer research
A recent study from the European University of Madrid provides new insights into the Warburg effect, a metabolic adaptation observed in dividing cells. This study suggests that the Warburg effect is not only a feature of cancer cells but also common in a range of metabolic, endocrine, and neurological chronic
Cancer
Researchers at the Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute have conducted a geospatial cross-sectional analysis to assess the relative importance of community measures for explaining county-level variance in cancer screening, prevalence, and mortality rates for breast, colorectal, lung, and prostate cancers. The study utilized random forest algorithms to estimate the
Cancer research
Research from the University of Evora, Portugal, has shed light on the rapidly growing field of cancer, sarcopenia, and physical activity. A bibliometric analysis of publications on this topic identified an exponential growth trend in research over the past decade, with significant contributors, journals, and countries emerging as key players
Cancer
Cancer survivors frequently face debilitating complications from chemotherapy, including chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) and chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment (CRCI). These neurotoxicities significantly impact their quality of life, daily functioning, and long-term health outcomes. A recent study published in Discover Oncology has shed light on the mechanisms underlying CIPN and CRCI, identifying
Cancer research
A recent study examining the impact of dietary choices on chronic diseases has yielded significant findings, suggesting a strong correlation between plant-based diets and reduced risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes. The research used data from a large cohort of French participants, analyzing the environmental pressures associated
Cancer patients
Researchers in Shijiazhuang, People's Republic of China, have conducted a study to evaluate the diagnostic consistency between the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) criteria and the Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment (PG-SGA) for identifying malnutrition in patients with pancreatic malignant tumors. The study aimed to assess the effectiveness
Cancer prevention
A new study published in Tobacco Control has revealed a significant association between cannabis use and progression to regular tobacco use among US youth and young adults. According to the research, among US youths aged 12-17 years who used cannabis, 32.7% progressed to regular tobacco use in 2021, an
Cancer prevention
A new study published in Tobacco Control has revealed a significant association between cannabis use and progression to regular tobacco use among US youth and young adults. According to the research, among US youths aged 12-17 years who used cannabis, 32.7% progressed to regular tobacco use in 2021, an
Cancer research
Research from the University of Evora, Portugal, has shed light on the rapidly growing field of cancer, sarcopenia, and physical activity. A bibliometric analysis of publications on this topic identified an exponential growth trend in research over the past decade, with significant contributors, journals, and countries emerging as key players
Cancer prevention
A new study published in Tobacco Control has revealed a significant association between cannabis use and progression to regular tobacco use among US youth and young adults. According to the research, among US youths aged 12-17 years who used cannabis, 32.7% progressed to regular tobacco use in 2021, an
