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Managing Tumor Margins: Mohs Surgery Versus Excision

Wide local excision and Mohs surgery are the leading treatments for melanoma patients with positive tumor margins, according to findings presented at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Annual Meeting.

UEG 2024 Interview: Joost Drenth

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New COPD Drug Cuts Healthcare Burden

Ensifentrine, an innovative dual bronchodilator and anti-inflammatory medication, has shown promising results in reducing healthcare usage among patients with moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Noninvasive Malaria Detection: New Laser-Based Test That Doesn’t Need Blood

A novel noninvasive diagnostic tool has demonstrated high sensitivity (90%) and specificity (69%) in detecting malaria-infected red blood cells (iRBCs) using laser and ultrasound technology.

Prenatal Cannabis Use Linked to Poorer Cognitive Function in Children

Research has determined an association between prenatal cannabis exposure and increased aggression, and poorer cognitive function in children aged five.

No Clear Winner in Rheumatoid Arthritis Glucocorticoid Tapering Strategies

No clear winner in rheumatoid arthritis glucocorticoid tapering, as both prednisone and hydrocortisone approaches show similar success in recent study.

Pesticide Exposure May Reduce IVF Success

Male partners consuming fruits and vegetables with low pesticide residues had higher fertilisation rates in IVF finds new research.

Socioeconomic Factors Impact Prostate Cancer Testing Participation

Socioeconomic factors influence prostate cancer test participation, with lower income and education linked to reduced uptake in organised screening programs.

Expert Consensus Statement Published for STEMI Treatment

The SCAI has presented detailed guidance to help interventional cardiologists optimise primary percutaneous coronary intervention for patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction.

Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis Without IBD Still Raises Colorectal Cancer Risk: ACG 2024

Primary sclerosing cholangitis raises colorectal cancer risk even in patients without inflammatory bowel disease, according to new findings presented at ACG 2024.