European Archives - Page 168 of 1369 - European Medical Journal

CPAP Reduces Cardiovascular Risk in High Risk Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

CPAP therapy lowers cardiovascular risks in high-risk obstructive sleep apnoea patients, new multi-trial study finds.

AI Autocontouring Tool Shows Promise in Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy Planning

AI-assisted autocontouring safely outlines organs for prostate radiotherapy, study finds—though manual edits are still needed for the prostate itself.

Shorter Pre-XDR Tuberculosis Regimen Falls Short in Trial

A global trial finds a shorter all-oral regimen for pre-XDR tuberculosis fails to match the efficacy of standard care, with poorer results in those with extensive disease.

Challenges in AI-Based Ovulation Testing For PCOS And Irregular Cycles

A new study explores AI-driven smartphone ovulation test feasibility for women with irregular menstrual cycles.

Pore-Forming Proteins Trigger Allergic Airway Inflammation

Excerpt: New research reveals that pore-forming proteins in common allergens perforate airway cells, triggering immune responses that lead to respiratory allergies. This discovery uncovers a shared mechanism behind diverse allergens and offers potential new targets for allergy treatment.

Combining Vitamin D and Ursodeoxycholic Acid Improves Liver Health in Primary Biliary Cholangitis

Vitamin D boosts UDCA treatment success inpatients with PBC, improving liver function and reducing hepatic fibrosis progression.

Tongue Coating Analysis Offers New Diagnostic Pathway for Parkinson’s Disease

Tongue coating analysis reveals microbial and metabolic markers to aid Parkinson’s disease diagnosis.

People With Rheumatoid Arthritis Face Higher Risk of Blood Clots

A UK population-based study found that people with rheumatoid arthritis have a significantly increased risk of venous thromboembolism, including younger patients and those with a normal BMI. The findings highlight the need to assess blood clot risk in all RA patients, regardless of traditional VTE risk factors.

Patient Education Tied to Quality of Life in Rheumatoid Arthritis

A new study of RA patients in Jordan reveals that disease knowledge is higher among younger, more educated individuals, though income and disease activity have a greater influence on quality of life.

Endometriosis Genetically Linked to Autoimmune Diseases

A landmark study using UK Biobank data has shown that endometriosis is linked to a higher risk of several autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis.