A study suggests early administration of a specific treatment may be linked to lower mortality in patients with septic shock. Researchers found the approach was associated with improved outcomes in a clinical trial.
CGRP therapies have improved migraine care, but many patients still lack relief. Emerging targets may help address this gap, according to the report.
A trial found that ablation did not improve survival in patients with oligometastatic breast cancer compared to systemic therapy alone. The results challenge routine use of ablation outside of symptom control.
Starting tumor treating fields during chemoradiotherapy does not increase survival in newly diagnosed glioblastoma patients, though some subgroups may need further study.
A large trial found that pausing DMARD therapy after a COVID booster did not improve immune response but was linked to more disease flares. Researchers advise against temporarily stopping these treatments.
Patients with treatment-resistant neovascular age-related macular degeneration who switched from aflibercept to faricimab may experience longer dosing intervals and better fluid control over three years, according to the report.
Intestinal ultrasound showed good accuracy in identifying disease activity in children with small bowel Crohn's disease when compared with magnetic resonance enterography. The method may offer a non-invasive alternative for monitoring.
Persistent fatigue, pain, and emotional distress may remain in IBD patients even after mucosal healing, suggesting a need for broader symptom management approaches.
A new radiotherapy technique targeting tumor surfaces is being used at Tays to potentially avoid major surgery and stoma placement in rectal cancer patients. The method aims to destroy the tumor effectively.
A yearlong trial involving 410 people with early Parkinson's found no clinical benefit from nicotinamide riboside. The findings were published in JAMA.
A shift in gastroesophageal cancer types from squamous to adenocarcinoma has influenced treatment approaches. Surgery remains a key option for both types, but other strategies have evolved.
A survey found that many labs testing children for cardiac troponin do not use pediatric-specific reference ranges. This may affect the accuracy of heart injury assessments in children.
A new approach to diagnosing and managing POTS is being urged by experts. Current cardiac tests may show normal results despite severe symptoms.
Leech therapy, once dismissed, is now validated in surgery and gaining interest in integrative medicine. Researchers found its use is supported by current evidence in specific medical contexts.
A study found a support program may help patients self-regulate long-term use of strong opioid painkillers without worsening their quality of life.
Bone tumors can be benign or cancerous, often discovered during fractures or through symptoms like pain. A pediatric oncologist explains that diagnosis depends on imaging and further tests.
An expert consensus aims to clarify when low-dose oral minoxidil may be safely prescribed for hair loss in children under 12 years old. The guidance addresses a current knowledge gap in pediatric dermatology.