Uncategorised - European Medical Journal

Simple MAC Score Predicts Asthma Remission on Biologics

Researchers have developed a simple scoring system that predicts clinical remission in severe asthma patients receiving biologic therapy using three routinely available factors.

Early Postoperative MRI Detects Residual Neuroblastoma

Early postoperative MRI demonstrated high diagnostic accuracy for detecting residual disease after neuroblastoma surgery and may help guide treatment decisions.

Patient undergoing neuromodulation treatment related to deep brain stimulation for OCD and quality of life.

Deep Brain Stimulation May Improve OCD Recovery

Deep brain stimulation may improve quality of life in treatment-refractory OCD, but social and independence challenges often persist after surgery.

Air Pollution Linked to 60% Higher Aortic Stenosis Risk

Long-term exposure to air pollution was associated with a significantly increased risk of aortic stenosis, particularly among those with greater genetic susceptibility.

CKD

Renal Function Not Linked to Cardiovascular Events in CKD

In advanced CKD, cardiovascular events were associated with age, diabetes, smoking, and previous events, while renal function showed no significant association.

AI-Designed ‘Universal’ Sarbeco Coronavirus Vaccine Safe at Phase I

A novel ‘universal’ Sarbeco coronavirus vaccine has been developed with technology that uses an AI-designed ‘super-antigen’ to provide protection against a broad range of viruses.

rectal cancer

Machine Learning Optimises Ileostomy Use in Rectal Cancer

Machine learning RTID system reduces unnecessary temporary diverting ileostomy use in rectal cancer surgery while maintaining similar anastomotic leakage rates.

prostate

Prostate Fibrosis May Drive Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms

Emerging evidence suggests prostate fibrosis contributes to lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia, creating opportunities for new treatments.

Gavi commits $50m to Bundibugyo Ebola virus vaccines

Gavi has committed $50m to efforts towards vaccine approval for the Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, caused by the Bundibugyo virus.

anxiety

Ageing Brain Changes Reveal New Target for Anxiety Treatment

Researchers linked increased BK channel activity in the ageing brain to heightened anxiety-like behaviour in mice, revealing a potential therapeutic target.