Katrina Thornber, Author at European Medical Journal - Page 42 of 50

Non-Invasive Methods for Detecting High-Risk Varices

The Baveno VI criteria, combining liver stiffness and platelet count, offer a noninvasive, cost-effective approach to identifying high-risk varices in patients with cirrhosis

Adults with Epilepsy Twice as Likely to Experience Strokes and Heart Attacks

Adults with epilepsy face double the risk of cardiovascular events, with enzyme-inducing antiseizure medications contributing significantly to this increased risk.

Novel Ultrasound Score Predicts Mortality in Patients with Acute Heart Failure

The venous excess ultrasound score improves mortality prediction in acute heart failure patients, offering a better assessment of venous congestion than traditional methods.

Increased Risk of Melanoma After Radioactive Iodine Therapy for Thyroid Cancer

In patients with primary thyroid cancer, there is an increased risk of melanoma and other non-keratinocyte skin cancers after radioactive iodine therapy.

New Guidelines for Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease Management

The latest clinical guidelines for diagnosing and managing metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, previously known as NAFLD

PROMISE Criteria Accurately Predicts Survival in Prostate Cancer

Researchers have validated the prognostic value of PSMA-PET findings using PROMISE criteria to predict overall survival in prostate cancer patients

Ultrafine Particle Exposure Increases Respiratory Infections in Children: ERS 2024

A study shows that brief exposure to ultrafine particles in the air raises the risk of respiratory infections in children.

Antipsychotic Use Increases Infection Risk During COVID-19

A new study reveals that people with schizophrenia treated with antipsychotics face higher risks of severe respiratory infections, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Stroke Risk Rises in Children with Sickle Cell Disease

Despite established guidelines, new research has shown that the rate of ischemic stroke in children with sickle cell disease in California has risen.

Preconception Prediabetes Increases Risk of Adverse Birth Outcomes

A study shows that adolescents with prediabetes have a higher risk of developing gestational diabetes and adverse birth outcomes, highlighting the need for early intervention.