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Corrigendum: Acne Treatment Review and Present Perspectives

Mechanical thrombectomy

Mechanical Thrombectomy Improves Outcomes in Pulmonary Embolism

STORM-PE shows that mechanical thrombectomy leads to greater early improvement in right ventricular function than anticoagulation alone in intermediate-high risk pulmonary embolism, without increased major adverse events.

COPD inhaler in a patient’s hand illustrating COPD exacerbation risk after stopping LAMA or ICS

COPD Exacerbation Risk Spikes After Stopping LAMA or ICS

Stopping LAMA or ICS in COPD, raised exacerbation risk for three months, with pronounced withdrawal-associated spikes.

Alzheimer’s

Kidney Function Linked to Elevated Alzheimer’s Blood Biomarkers

A large meta-analysis links reduced kidney function to higher Alzheimer’s disease blood biomarkers, suggesting renal health may affect interpretation of dementia tests.

diabetic retinopathy

Gut Microbiota Dysbiosis is a Factor in Diabetic Retinopathy

Gut microbiota dysbiosis might contribute to the development of diabetic retinopathy through the gut-eye axis, according to a 2026 systematic review and meta-analysis.

Mediterranean diet

Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Stroke Risk in Women

Long-term data from California Teachers Study show higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet is linked to reduced risk of stroke in women.

Crohn’s disease

Fecal Metabolites Linked to Crohn’s Disease Progression

Fecal metabolites interact with gut microbes in Crohn’s disease, revealing signals that could guide new treatments and dietary strategies.

benign prostatic hyperplasia

Gut Microbiota Links to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

A systematic review reveals how gut microbiota changes, inflammation, and intestinal barrier dysfunction may influence benign prostatic hyperplasia development.

Polyphenol-rich foods dark chocolate representing exercise-induced inflammation and oxidative stress research.

Inflammatory Effects of Polyphenol-Rich Foods Before Exercise

Polyphenol-rich foods before hard exercise raised blood polyphenols but did not consistently reduce early inflammation markers.

Cape Verde health warning

Cape Verde Health Warning Issued Over Gastrointestinal Infections

The UK Health Security Agency has issued a Cape Verde health warning following an increase in cases of gastrointestinal infections among travellers.