Uncategorised - European Medical Journal

Rare Cancer MALDI Imaging Study - EMJ

MALDI Imaging Advances Rare Ampullary Cancer Diagnosis

Researchers found that matrix assisted laser desorption ionisation imaging combined with machine learning may improve diagnosis and prognostic assessment in rare ampullary cancer.

Liver Disease Stigma Scale Validated in ALD Study - EMJ

New Liver Disease Stigma Scale Validated in Study

Researchers validate the Liver Disease Stigma Scale, showing higher stigma in alcohol-associated liver disease compared with non-ALD cases.

Bereaved family receiving support after end-of-life care for a young adult with cancer.

Young Adult Cancer Bereavement Raises Depression Risk in Family

Bereaved families of young adults with cancer face greater grief and depression after end-of-life care.

Cytomegalovirus Screening and Valacyclovir Use Rises - EMJ

Cytomegalovirus Screening Rises After Valacyclovir Trial

CMV screening and antenatal valacyclovir use increased in France after a pivotal 2020 trial, without a rise in pregnancy termination rates.

Older patient with cancer using a tablet during a healthcare consultation about digital health technophobia.

Digital Health Technophobia Divides Older Patients

Digital health technophobia varies widely among older patients with cancer, highlighting barriers to equitable digital cancer care.

Patient with Parkinson’s disease speaking with a neurologist about illness perception and emotional burden.

Key Factors That Shape Parkinson’s Disease Illness Perception

Parkinson’s disease perception was most negative among women, younger adults, and patients with longer disease duration.

Magnetic resonance spectroscopy scan illustrating metabolic changes during migraine attacks.

Brain Metabolism During Migraine Attacks Examined

Magnetic resonance spectroscopy may reveal attack-related metabolic changes in migraine, but current evidence remains limited and inconsistent.

Prurigo Nodularis - Disease Burden

This interactive video presents hypothetical patient cases, designed to help HCPs gain practical insights and knowledge of the disease burden, diagnosis and management of Prurigo Nodularis (PN).

From Avoidance to Tolerance: Interview with Jennifer Koplin

One of the things that most excites me is the possibility that in the next 5–10 years, we might start to see large reductions in the number…

Mild atopic dermatitis rash visible on a patient’s forearm and wrist.

SCALE 2026: Patient Forums Capture Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Burden

Online patient discussions suggest JAK inhibitors may generate stronger treatment satisfaction in atopic dermatitis care.