Uncategorised - European Medical Journal

New Stroke Risk Trend Emerges in Younger Adults: AAN 2025

At the 2025 American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting, researchers presented compelling new data showing a sharp increase in hospitalizations for cervical artery dissection, a potentially life-threatening cause of stroke, particularly in adults under 50.

The Role of LDL in Peripheral Artery Disease Depends on Remnant Cholesterol Levels

Genetic study with 796,722 participants reveals that remnant cholesterol drives PAD risk independently.

Benefits of Transperineal Biopsy vs Transrectal Biopsy in Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Transperineal prostate biopsies offer higher accuracy in repeat biopsy cases and reduced infection risks.

Early CPAP Use May Lower Parkinson’s Risk in Sleep Apnoea

Obstructive sleep apnoea may increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s, but early treatment with continuous positive airway pressure therapy mitigates this risk.

Timing and Tumour Site Key in PSMA PET Assessment Post-Radiotherapy

New research highlights the significance of timing and tumour location when evaluating PSMA PET scans following radiotherapy in prostate cancer patients.

Neuroimaging Identifies Key Biomarkers of Friedreich Ataxia Progression in Childhood

The TRACK-FA study reveals that stalled spinal cord development in childhood Friedreich ataxia, offering new biomarkers for trials.

Type 2 Diabetes vs. Hypertension: Which Has a Greater Impact on Kidney Damage?

A recent study explored impact of hypertension and type 2 diabetes on kidney structure, revealing similar damage in both conditions.

Preoperative Allergy Delabelling: A Safe and Feasible Approach

The study also highlighted a reduction in restricted antibiotic use among patients in the intervention group compared with the control group.

Phase III Lung Cancer Trial Terminated Due to Futility

A major phase 3 lung cancer trial investigating the TGIT-targeting immunotherapy ociperlimab has been halted after interim analysis indicated it would not meet its primary endpoint of overall survival.

Luteal Phase Heightens Avoidance Responses

The menstrual cycle significantly impacts women’s emotional decision-making and cognitive processing, according to a new EEG study examining approach-avoidance behaviors across different hormonal phases.