Medical research
Research from the First Hospital of Jilin University in Changchun, People's Republic of China, has highlighted the need for reevaluation of treatment strategies for patients with intermediate-risk acute pulmonary embolism (APE). The study, which retrospectively analyzed 216 patients, found that reperfusion therapy may reduce the occurrence of right
Medical research
A recent study by researchers from Okayama University has shed light on the optimal timing for surgery in patients with spinal cord injury without radiographic evidence of trauma (SCIWORET). The study found that early stage surgery for SCIWORET may yield favorable neurological improvements. The research involved retrospective analysis of patients
Brain research
Researchers at McGill University have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against dementia, revealing that online brain training exercises can enhance brain networks affecting learning and memory in older adults. A 10-week study using the game-like app BrainHQ showed notable improvements in cholinergic function, a chemical system in the
Medical research
A groundbreaking international study, led by Professor Jeremy J. Barr and Associate Professor Sam Forster, has identified hundreds of new viruses living inside bacteria within the human gut. These viruses, known as bacteriophages, are capable of reshaping the gut microbiome and potentially influencing gut health and disease progression. The study,
Medical research
Patients who undergo surgical treatment for proximal humerus fractures and also suffer from glenohumeral dislocations tend to have poorer outcomes, according to a new study. The research, which was conducted at New York University (NYU) Langone Health, evaluated the effects of glenohumeral dislocations on outcomes following surgical treatment of proximal
Cardiovascular diseases
Research conducted by Changchun Medical College in collaboration with other institutions has revealed alarming rates of secondhand smoke (SHS) exposure among non-smokers in Jilin Province, China. The study analyzed patterns of SHS exposure and awareness of its risks among non-smoking residents aged 15-44 years, using a multistage stratified cluster random
Laparoscopy
Researchers have published new data on the efficacy of remote ischemic postconditioning (RIPostC) in patients undergoing laparoscopic hepatectomy. Despite promising animal studies, the trial found that RIPostC did not significantly reduce liver function biochemical markers in the serum of patients, contradicting experimental findings. The study, led by Lijun Yang from
Arthritis
Research from the University of Calgary has found that text-based messaging support can significantly improve rheumatoid arthritis (RA) care delivery by connecting patients with healthcare providers (HCPs) in an efficient and convenient manner. The study revealed that patients with higher care complexity were more likely to text HCPs more frequently,
Medical research
Recent research conducted by University Hospital in Alicante, Spain, has shed light on the impact of surgical volume on postoperative outcomes following left pancreatectomy. The study, titled "Effect of Volume On Postoperative Outcomes After Left Pancreatectomy: a Multicenter Prospective Snapshot Study (Spandispan Project)," aimed to investigate the relationship
Immunotherapy
Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in identifying a novel biomarker for predicting prognosis and immunotherapy response in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). A recent study published in Current Molecular Pharmacology analyzed tumor heterogeneity and its impact on treatment outcomes using single-cell RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics. The
Heart valve diseases
Recent research has shed light on the global trends of rheumatic heart disease (RHD) and non-rheumatic valvular heart disease (NRVHD) from 1990 to 2021. According to the study, the incidence of RHD was estimated at 3.85 million cases in 2021, with a higher prevalence among females (53.41%). RHD
Dengue fever
The dengue outbreak in Sindh province, particularly in Hyderabad and Karachi, continues to pose a significant threat to public health. The provincial health department has confirmed three more deaths from the mosquito-borne viral infection, bringing the total number of fatalities to six for the current year. According to the department&
