Uncategorised - European Medical Journal

Nanoparticle Therapy for Tumour Ablation in Prostate Cancer Treatment

Nanoparticle-directed therapy has shown significant promise for treating localised prostate cancer, achieving tumour ablation while preserving key functions such as urinary and sexual health.

The PEERLESS Trial: Comparing Catheter-Based Interventions for Pulmonary Embolism

The PEERLESS trial demonstrated that large-bore mechanical thrombectomy was more effective than catheter-directed thrombolysis for pulmonary embolism

Social Disparities Linked to Delayed Diagnosis in Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis

New study reveals how social disparities impact diagnostic delays in radiographic axial spondyloarthritis.

Weight Loss Interventions Improve Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Symptoms

Weight loss interventions significantly improve insulin resistance, free androgen levels, and menstrual frequency.

Increased Health Risks for Family Members of Cancer Patients

A recent study reveals that family members of cancer patients are at greater risk for developing psychological illnesses and cardiovascular diseases. The research highlights the need for better healthcare support for families coping with cancer.

GLP-1 Drugs Linked to Poor Colonoscopy Prep

A recent study highlights a concerning link between the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA) and inadequate bowel preparation for colonoscopies.

Mpox Shows Sustained Human-to-Human Transmission

The Democratic Republic of Congo currently faces an intensifying mpox outbreak as both subclade Ia and Ib strains show signs of sustained human-to-human transmission.

Assessing Vitiligo Treatment: Defining Meaningful Repigmentation Thresholds

These findings confirm the usefulness of T-VASI and F-VASI in clinical trials, providing reliable thresholds for assessing the effectiveness of vitiligo treatments.

Impact of Anaemia Acuity on Transfusion Outcomes in Acute Myocardial Infarction

In adults with acute myocardial infarction (MI), acute anaemia was associated with a 25% higher risk of a composite outcome of 30-day death or recurrent MI compared to chronic anaemia

Few Patients Receive Follow-Up After Abnormal Urine Dipstick Results

A recent study reveals that too few patients with abnormal urine protein dipstick test results undergo the recommended follow-up albumin-to-creatinine ratio testing to confirm albuminuria.