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Colorectal Cancer

Psychiatric Disorders Linked to Colorectal Cancer Risk

Statistical analysis using Cox proportional hazards models demonstrated a significantly increased hazard of colorectal cancer associated with psychiatric disorders (hazard ratio: 1.93; 95% CI: 1.64–2.27).

urinary incontinence

Long-Term Urinary Incontinence Outcomes After Obstetric Sphincter Injury

A 12-year follow-up study shows urinary symptoms worsen over time after vaginal delivery, but long-term severity and quality-of-life impact are similar with or without OASIS.

machine learning

Machine Learning Explains Global Cancer Survival Inequality

Machine learning analysis reveals why cancer survival differs between countries, identifying radiotherapy, coverage, and economic factors as critical drivers.

Knee osteoarthritis pain outcomes concept showing patient questionnaire responses alongside a knee joint model and biomarker theme

Why Some Knee Osteoarthritis Pain Runs Hotter

In knee osteoarthritis, an inflammation biomarker subtype linked to higher KOOS, WOMAC, NRS, and PainDETECT scores across measures.

splenomegaly

Marked Haematologic Cancer Risk in Enlarged Spleens

Individuals with large spleens face increased risk of hematologic cancer and liver disease, supporting the use of spleen size thresholds in clinical assessment.

The latest issue of EMJ Innovations

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Review of the Global Innovation and New Technology (GIANT) Health Event 2025

THE ANNUAL Global Innovation and New Technology (GIANT) Health Event spotlights innovation throughout the NHS, featuring expert-led…

Beyond the 3D Printer: More Ideas to Level Up Medical Education

Medical education has always relied on physical models to teach anatomy, but traditional options, such as cadavers or expensive commercial…