European Archives - Page 245 of 1152 - European Medical Journal

COVID-19 Linked to Increased Risk of Stroke

A new meta-analysis has revealed a significant association between COVID-19 and an increased risk of stroke, suggesting that the virus should be considered as a new risk factor for cerebrovascular diseases

How Effective is Influenza Vaccination in Young Children?

A recent study has evaluated the effectiveness of influenza vaccines in children aged 6–59 months in Spain during the 2023–2024 flu season, following the first national recommendation for this age group to receive vaccination

Influenza During Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Childhood Seizures

A cohort study found that maternal influenza during pregnancy is associated with a slightly increased risk of febrile seizures in offspring, but no significant link to epilepsy

Low-Intensity Therapy Effective for Children with Certain Leukaemia Genotypes

Children with specific genetic subtypes of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia can achieve excellent outcomes with low-intensity therapy, reducing the risk of severe side effects

Non-Invasive Methods for Detecting High-Risk Varices

The Baveno VI criteria, combining liver stiffness and platelet count, offer a noninvasive, cost-effective approach to identifying high-risk varices in patients with cirrhosis

Antibiotic Use Increases the Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Research has shown that long-term use of antibiotics is associated with a higher risk of rheumatoid arthritis.

What are the Risk Factors for Cranial Ischaemic Complications in Giant Cell Arteritis?

Age and hypertension increase cranial ischaemic complication risk in giant cell arteritis, while anticoagulant therapy may be protective

Adults with Epilepsy Twice as Likely to Experience Strokes and Heart Attacks

Adults with epilepsy face double the risk of cardiovascular events, with enzyme-inducing antiseizure medications contributing significantly to this increased risk.

Clonal Evolution of Rare Blood Cancer from Prior Lymphoid Malignancies

A study has revealed important insights into the clonal evolution of blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm, a rare and aggressive blood cancer.

Novel Ultrasound Score Predicts Mortality in Patients with Acute Heart Failure

The venous excess ultrasound score improves mortality prediction in acute heart failure patients, offering a better assessment of venous congestion than traditional methods.