Uncategorised - European Medical Journal

ultraprocessed foods

Ultraprocessed Foods Linked To Early Bowel Risk

The incidence of early-onset colorectal cancer has been increasing worldwide, a trend that has coincided with growing intake of ultraprocessed foods.

clinical trial

Epcoritamab Shows Promise In Richter Transformation

Among patients treated in the first-line setting, the overall response rate was 57.1%, compared with 38.1% in those treated in the second line or later.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa Risk Factors Identified - EMJ

Genetics Support a Causal Role for Obesity in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Genetic analysis shows higher BMI increases hidradenitis suppurativa risk, while smoking evidence is inconclusive. The study also supports a causal link with IBD.

HPV self-collection education materials showing clear instructions and inclusive visuals for cervical cancer screening

Simplifying HPV Self-Collection Materials Builds Confidence

HPV self-collection education materials can boost screening confidence when language, visuals and inclusivity address key concerns.

Accelerated brain aging concept in adult childhood cancer survivors, highlighting neurocognition testing and vascular risk biomarkers

Accelerated Brain Aging Tied to Neurocognition

Adult childhood cancer survivors demonstrated accelerated brain aging that tracked with cranial radiation and poorer neurocognition.

Dialysis Strategy May Help Preserve Kidney Function

Starting Dialysis More Gently May Help Preserve Kidney Function

Starting dialysis with a less intensive schedule may help preserve remaining kidney function without increasing risks, according to a new study comparing dialysis approaches.

GnRH Antagonist

GnRH Antagonists Improve Oocyte Retrieval in High-Risk Women

A large retrospective study shows GnRH antagonist protocols yield more oocytes than PPOS in young women at high risk for low retrieval.

Subcutaneous C1-INH Improves Life with Hereditary Angioedema

Canadian patients with hereditary angioedema report reduced anxiety, fewer attacks, and improved quality of life with long-term subcutaneous C1 inhibitor therapy.

hospice care

Transfusion Access Shapes Hospice Decisions

Access to blood transfusions emerged as the most highly valued service, with a mean standardised importance score of 20.53.

Lung transplantation evaluation in a patient with HIV with CD4 count results under 200

Lung Transplantation in People Living With HIV

Lung transplantation in people with HIV may be feasible yet CD4 counts can temporarily drop under 200 during transplant evaluation.