Dr M. Trenton

Study Overview This study looked at how well Xuesaitong works when combined with certain health supplements, called nutraceuticals, to help people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN). DPN is a condition that causes pain and numbness in the feet and legs due to diabetes. What Was Done Researchers conducted a 12-week trial with 140 patients who […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study tested a new way to help doctors choose the best medications for eye diseases using a Deep Neural Network (DNN). This technology helps create personalized treatment plans for patients. What Worked? The DNN helped doctors select the right medications more accurately. Patients who received DNN-aided treatment showed better vision […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how combining medicine with behavioral therapy can help children with autism. The researchers wanted to see if this approach could improve the lives of children aged 3-8 years who were hospitalized for autism treatment. What Worked? The experimental group, which received both medication and behavioral therapy, showed […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study on Dry Eye Disease Treatments Dry eye disease (DED) is a common issue that causes discomfort and problems with tear production. This study looked at two treatments: herbal fumigation and acupoint therapy, and how they work together to help patients with DED. What Worked? The combination of herbal fumigation and acupoint therapy […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study This study looked at how well digital tests can help doctors check for mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in older adults, especially those with less education. The goal was to see if these digital tests are valid (accurate) and easy to use in primary health care settings. What Worked? The digital tests showed […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how a brain chemical called serotonin affects our emotions, especially in people with major depressive disorder (MDD). Here’s what we found: What Worked: The medication citalopram, which increases serotonin levels, helped reduce brain activity in areas that react to fear when people looked at scary faces. This […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results What Worked? Participants with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) showed improvement in their functional skills after receiving training. This means that the training helped them perform better in everyday tasks. Both groups, those with MCI and those with normal cognition, improved their skills significantly. What Didn’t Work? Participants with MCI did not […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how a special dye called indocyanine green (ICG) can help doctors find and fix bile leaks during liver surgery. Bile leaks can happen after surgery and can cause problems for patients. The researchers wanted to see if using ICG could lead to better recovery for patients. What […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results The study focused on children with biliary atresia (BA), a condition affecting the liver and bile ducts. The main goal was to find a way to predict how quickly jaundice (yellowing of the skin) clears up after a surgery called Kasai portoenterostomy (KPE). What Worked? The study created a tool called […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study on Low-Temperature Plasma Radiofrequency Ablation This study looked at a new treatment for early glottic carcinoma, which is a type of throat cancer. The treatment is called low-temperature plasma radiofrequency ablation (LTPRFA). Here’s what the study found and how it can help patients and clinics. What Worked? Better Voice Recovery: Patients who […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how music and aromatherapy can help patients feel more relaxed during root canal treatment. The main goal was to see if these methods could lower blood pressure and heart rate. What Worked? Both music and aromatherapy were used to help patients relax. Some patients reported feeling calmer […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Impact of Molar Incisor Hypomineralization This research looked at how dental treatments affect the quality of life and feelings of fear and anxiety about dental visits in 11-year-old children with a condition called molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH). What is Molar Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH)? MIH is a dental condition that affects the enamel of […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Lung Cancer Screening Trial Results This study looked at how well low-dose CT scans (LDCT) can help find lung cancer early in smokers in Finland. Here’s what we learned: What Worked? High Participation: Almost all participants (96.7%) attended both rounds of screening. Effective Detection: The screening found 6 cases of lung cancer, with […] ➡️➡️➡️

Main Findings of the Study This study looked at how a supportive care program helps cancer patients and their caregivers during chemotherapy. The results showed that the program improved the mood, general health, and skills of caregivers, as well as reduced the supportive care needs of patients. What Worked? The supportive care program made caregivers […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study explored how hypnosis combined with sedation can improve patient care during a procedure called Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). ERCP is used to diagnose and treat problems in the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. The researchers wanted to find out if adding hypnosis to the standard sedation would make a difference […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at whether screening for emotional and cognitive problems after a stroke helps patients participate more in society. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Screening helped identify emotional and cognitive issues early on. Patients in the screening group showed less anxiety and slightly better quality of life at 3 […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at how giving a substance called docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) to newborns with a serious infection called late sepsis can help them grow better. Sepsis can slow down growth and cause babies to not get enough nutrients. What Worked? Babies who received DHA showed better growth in length, arm […] ➡️➡️➡️

Main Findings of the Study This study looked at how laying on of hands, a type of healing where no physical contact is made, affects brain activity in people with epilepsy. The researchers wanted to see if this method, with or without a spiritual connection, could help improve brain function. What Worked? Patients who received […] ➡️➡️➡️

Overview of the Study This study looked at two treatments for stubborn warts that do not go away easily: intralesional acyclovir and intralesional 5-fluorouracil (5-FU). Both treatments aim to help clear these warts effectively. What the Study Found After 6 months of treatment: 66.7% of patients treated with acyclovir had complete clearance of their warts. […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at two types of therapy for veterans who have both insomnia and PTSD. The two therapies compared were: CBT-I and Prolonged Exposure (CBTI-PE): A combination of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and a type of therapy for PTSD. Sleep Hygiene and Prolonged Exposure (Hygiene-PE): Basic sleep tips along […] ➡️➡️➡️