Dr M. Trenton

Understanding the HEPRO Study Results The HEPRO study looked at how a special diet could help patients with advanced lung cancer. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Dietary Intervention: Patients who took fish oil capsules showed improvements in muscle mass and function. Protein Intake: Encouraging patients to consume enough protein helped maintain their strength and […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how using artificial intelligence (AI) with electrocardiograms (ECGs) can help doctors diagnose low ejection fraction (low EF) in patients who are hospitalized. Low EF means the heart is not pumping blood as well as it should, which can be serious but is treatable. What Worked? The AI […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at the use of anakinra, a medication, combined with glucocorticoids (GCs) to treat giant cell arteritis (GCA). GCA is a condition that causes inflammation in the blood vessels, which can lead to serious health issues. What Worked? The study aimed to see if anakinra could help reduce the […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study This study looked at how one session of strength training, either in-person or online, affects low back pain and disability in pregnant women. It also checked how much the women enjoyed the sessions. What Worked? Both in-person and remote strength training sessions helped reduce low back pain. Women enjoyed both types of […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This trial looked at how the medications fenofibrate and curcumin affect patients with type 2 diabetes who are already taking glimepiride, a common diabetes medication. Here’s what the study found: What Worked: Both fenofibrate and curcumin helped lower unhealthy fats (lipids) in the blood and improve markers of inflammation in patients. […] ➡️➡️➡️

Trial Results Overview The study tested a new medication called orforglipron, taken as a pill, to see if it could improve heart health in people with type 2 diabetes or those who are overweight or obese but do not have diabetes. What Worked? Orforglipron helped lower bad cholesterol, triglycerides (fats in the blood), and blood […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the OPTIMISE SCI Trial Results The OPTIMISE SCI trial looks at how treating sleep problems can improve recovery for people with spinal cord injuries (SCI). This study is important because many individuals with SCI struggle with breathing issues during sleep, which can affect their overall health and recovery. What the Trial Found In the […] ➡️➡️➡️

Trial Results Explained This study looked at how certain treatments for rheumatoid arthritis affect a protein called PCSK9 and cholesterol levels. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Glucocorticoids: Patients using glucocorticoids had higher PCSK9 levels after 24 weeks compared to those using other treatments. Biological Treatments: Patients using biological disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs) showed lower […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the HIRAID® Education Program The HIRAID® program helps emergency nurses provide better care by focusing on safety and patient experience. This program was tested in 29 emergency departments in Australia to see how well it works. What Was Tested? The study aimed to improve how nurses use the HIRAID® framework through a special education […] ➡️➡️➡️

AIMS: Recent studies have looked at how sugar levels in the blood might affect memory and the brain. This research examined these sugar levels and their impact on brain health and thinking skills in older adults at risk for memory problems. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study involved 1,259 people aged 60 to 77 who did […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at a program called SuMMiT-D, which sends text messages to help people with type 2 diabetes take their medications regularly. Here’s what we found: What Worked: Many participants reported that the text messages helped them remember to take their medications. They felt more engaged in managing their health. […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the IMAGINE Study Results The IMAGINE study looked at how well children with uncontrolled asthma follow their treatment and how they use their inhalers. Here’s what we found: What Worked? The study showed that there is no strong link between how well children follow their treatment (adherence) and how well they use their inhalers […] ➡️➡️➡️

Trial Results Explained The study tested a new type of leadless pacemaker that works without wires. It showed that: The average battery life for the atrial leadless pacemaker (ALP) is about 4.3 years, and for the ventricular leadless pacemaker (VLP), it is about 9.1 years. Patients had good heart pacing at a steady rate of […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The Lymphatic Mapping Of Oropharyngeal Cancer (LOOC) trial aimed to improve how we treat oropharyngeal cancer (OPC) patients, especially those with cancer in one side of the neck. Here’s what we learned: What Worked: The trial successfully used a new imaging technique called free-hand single photon emission CT (fhSPECT) to map […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the COVID-RED Study Results The COVID-RED study looked at how wearable devices could help detect SARS-CoV-2 infections early, even before people show symptoms. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Early Alerts: People using the Ava bracelet received alerts about possible infections much earlier—on average 7 days before a positive test result. High Sensitivity: The […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Connect4LungHealth Study Results The Connect4LungHealth study aimed to help high-risk Asian immigrants quit smoking and get screened for lung cancer. Here’s what we learned: What Worked The program was well-received by participants, with over 75% staying engaged throughout the study. Participants in the Connect4LungHealth group showed a greater reduction in smoking and increased […] ➡️➡️➡️

Trial Results Summary This study looked at whether eating probiotic yogurt could help patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). The yogurt contained beneficial bacteria called Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Bifidobacterium bifidum. Here’s what the trial found: What Worked: The probiotic yogurt was safe to consume and increased nutrient intake in the probiotic group. What Didn’t Work: […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The clinical trial tested the use of blue light therapy in treating women with recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC), a common yeast infection. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Blue light therapy showed promise as a non-drug option to help reduce the Candida Albicans fungus. Women who received blue light treatment reported […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at a new exercise program for people with stage 1 hypertension, which is high blood pressure that isn’t treated with medication. The goal was to see if this program, called isometric exercise (IE), could be easily delivered and if it would help lower blood pressure. What Worked? The […] ➡️➡️➡️