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IVF: Returning to Patient-Centred Treatment

This episode discusses all things IVF, from all the major breakthroughs to unmet healthcare needs in this continually shifting field.

Evaluation of Primary Care Online Resources

General practices in the UK are under immense pressure. Research has been conducted on the complexity of current consultations and the use of electronic consultations…

High Levels of Emotional and Physical Problems for Patients with Acute Kidney Injury

Patients diagnosed with acute kidney injury have self-reported high levels of myriad emotional and physical burdens…

Babies Requiring Renal Replacement Therapy: Novel Haemodialysis Device Effective

Critically unwell babies in intensive care units may develop acute renal failure, requiring renal replacement therapy…

Active Surveillance Gaining Popularity Among Males With Prostate Cancer

Active surveillance for low- and intermediate-risk prostate cancer has become increasingly popular during the past decade.

Does Mirabegron Treat Overactive Bladder in Females Over 80?

Females over the age of 80 with overactive bladder (OAB) may benefit from mirabegron monotherapy. Read more.

Can Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio Predict Complications of Acute Myocardial Infarction?

High platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio could indicate an up to three times higher risk of experiencing major adverse cardiovascular events…

Novel Score Predicts Heart Failure Improvements After Atrial Fibrillation Ablation

The Antwerp score could predict heart failure symptoms improvement after treatment after atrial fibrillation ablation…

Interview: Tahir Masud

I was inspired to go into geriatric medicine in the late 1980s and early 1990s, when I was a registrar in medicine in Newcastle, UK. I worked with some truly inspirational geriatricians at the time, which I think was a major factor in my decision.

Allergic Rhinitis: Actual and Future Challenges

This EMJ podcast discusses the gold standard of care for allergic rhinitis, and features Philip Rouadi, Professor of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Eye & Ear University, Beirut, Lebanon.