Uncategorised - European Medical Journal

Enlarged Lymph Nodes on Mammograms: A New Risk Indicator

Fat-enlarged axillary lymph nodes have been linked to significantly higher risks of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension, according to new research.

FDA nod for Roche and Amgen’s blood testing device

The FDA has granted Breakthrough Device Designation to Roche’s new blood test, developed in collaboration with Amgen, that measures key blood markers of inherited cardiovascular risk.

Higher Olive Oil Consumption Linked to Lower Dementia Mortality

Long-term consumption of olive oil is associated with a significantly lower risk of dementia-related death, regardless of overall diet quality.

Early Mobility in Acute Ischaemic Stroke Linked to Better Outcomes

Early mobility within the first 24 hours of hospital admission can improve functional outcomes for patients with acute ischaemic stroke who receive intravenous thrombolysis, findings show.

Standard Treatment for Acute Myeloid Leukaemia Improves Survival in Elderly

A recent study has found that the standard treatment for acute myeloid leukaemia is both safe and effective for adults aged ≥80 years

Long-Term Outcomes of Pulmonary Embolism in Children and Adolescents

A recent cohort study shed light on the long-term consequences of pulmonary embolism in children

Liver Resection Improves Survival Outcomes in Early Liver Cancer

A study has linked liver resection to improved survival outcomes in patients with early liver cancer, finding that the 5-year overall survival rate almost doubled in patients who had undergone LR compared to non-surgical treatments

Superior Post-Transplant Outcomes for Female Liver Recipients Compared to Males

Females demonstrate superior survival rates than males following liver transplantation, according to a recent study

Undiagnosed Asthma and COPD Explored in Randomized Controlled Trial: Late-Breaking Abstract From ATS 2024

New study results highlight the effect of early diagnosis and treatment of undiagnosed asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Increased Bleeding Risk in Patients with COVID-19 with Prior Pulmonary Embolism: Late-Breaking Abstract From ATS 2024

A recent multicenter study has uncovered critical insights into the risks faced by patients with a history of acute pulmonary embolism during the COVID-19 pandemic.