Uncategorised - European Medical Journal

Spring IVF Timing Tied to Better Outcomes

Spring IVF Timing Tied to Better Outcomes

Exc A large cohort study from Jinan, China suggests spring IVF cycles yield higher live birth rates than winter, though early miscarriage risk also increases.

Which Rapid Syphilis Diagnostic Test Works Best?

Which Rapid Syphilis Diagnostic Test Works Best?

A modelling study shows syphilis rapid-test algorithms differ widely in missed cases, overtreatment and cost, with optimal strategy varying by population.

Critically ill patient with interstitial lung disease receiving intensive care for severe acute respiratory failure.

New ILD Diagnoses Do Not Worsen ICU Survival

New onset interstitial lung disease has intensive care mortality matching established disease in severe respiratory failure.

Hospital clinician washing hands to prevent nosocomial Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections and sepsis

Hospital-Acquired P. aeruginosa Spread Elevates Sepsis Risk

Nosocomial Pseudomonas aeruginosa frequently translocates between lung and gut in hospital patients, reshaping sepsis risk.

Stapokibart Shows Safety and Efficacy in Children with Atopic Dermatitis

Stapokibart Shows Safety and Efficacy in Children with Atopic Dermatitis

A phase 1b/2a trial reports that stapokibart is well tolerated and improves symptoms in children aged 6–11 years with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis.

cardiovascular disease burden

How the Cardiovascular Disease Burden Has Shifted Since 1990

Find out how shifting demographics and modifiable risks are accelerating the global cardiovascular disease burden.

Kidney-Sparing Surgery

Kidney-Sparing Surgery Shows Promise in Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma

This study reports early outcomes of percutaneous kidney-sparing surgery for upper tract urothelial carcinoma, highlighting feasibility, recurrence rates, and follow-up needs.

asthma

Asthma Attack Risk Higher in Adults with Depression or Anxiety

Depression and anxiety increase asthma attack risk in adults, highlighting need for targeted care in those with comorbid mental health disorders.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Linked to Parkinson’s Disease

New research shows obstructive sleep apnoea may raise Parkinson risk, with early treatment offering potential protection.

Pregnant woman relaxing with a glass of juice and salad, illustrating healthy maternal diet and intrauterine microbiome support during pregnancy.

Evidence Links Intrauterine Microbiome to Fetal Brain Development

Emerging evidence closely links the intrauterine microbiome to fetal brain development and lifelong mental health trajectories.