Pentoxifylline Reduces Subclinical Atherosclerosis in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease Key Findings: Pentoxifylline (PTF) shows positive effects on the progression of subclinical atherosclerosis (SA) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Practical Solutions: PTF treatment resulted in improved carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT), increased levels of the […] ➡️➡️➡️
Study Title The effects of combining remimazolam with estazolam on postoperative hemodynamics and pain intensity in patients undergoing laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery Published in BMC Surgery, August 24, 2024 PMID: 39182049 | DOI: 10.1186/s12893-024-02527-8 Objective This study aimed to investigate the effects of combining remimazolam with estazolam on hemodynamics and pain levels after laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery. […] ➡️➡️➡️
Community-Engaged Trial to Increase COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake in Black Individuals with Rheumatic Conditions Published in BMJ Open, August 24, 2024 Background: In the US, there are disparities in COVID-19 infection and vaccine uptake among historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups. People with rheumatic conditions, especially those who are immunocompromised, are at higher risk for severe […] ➡️➡️➡️
Interim Analysis of Beta-blocker Use in Traumatic Brain Injury Key Highlights This interim analysis explores the impact of early administration of beta-blockers on adrenergic surge, pro-inflammatory cytokines, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) biomarkers. Patients with positive high-sensitivity troponin T (HsTnT) levels received propranolol, while those with negative test were randomized to receive propranolol or placebo. […] ➡️➡️➡️
Kinetic Profiling of RAS Mutations in Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Study Overview Researchers tracked RAS mutation status in metastatic colorectal cancer patients over time using circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) sequencing during the CO.26 trial, which assessed durvalumab + tremelimumab treatment in heavily pretreated patients. Key Findings Among the patients with RAS mutations, a small percentage (3.2%-6.3%) […] ➡️➡️➡️
Shared Decision-Making in Colorectal Cancer Screening for Older Adults: A Secondary Analysis of a Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial Summary Deciding whether to stop colorectal cancer (CRC) screening tests in older adults can be challenging. This study evaluated the impact of physician training in shared decision-making (SDM) and electronic previsit reminders on the receipt of patient-preferred […] ➡️➡️➡️
Characterizing HIV Drug Resistance in Vertical Transmission Cases Study Overview The VESTED trial compared the safety and effectiveness of three different antiretroviral treatment regimens in pregnant and postpartum women with HIV. The study aimed to evaluate the occurrence of vertical HIV transmission (VT) in infants born to these women and to assess HIV drug resistance […] ➡️➡️➡️
Enhancing Positive Adaptation of Immigrant Families in Hong Kong: Clinical Trial Results Overview Our research team conducted a randomized controlled trial to enhance positive adaptation among immigrant parents and children in Hong Kong. We developed two parallel interventions aiming to address psychological and sociocultural adaptation difficulties faced by immigrant families. Interventions Two interventions were conducted: […] ➡️➡️➡️
Streamlined Genetic Education and Cascade Testing in Hereditary Cancer Families: Key Findings Introduction When a pathogenic BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation is found in a family, it is important for family members to undergo cascade genetic testing to guide screening and treatment decisions. However, men are less likely than women to pursue cascade testing. To address […] ➡️➡️➡️
Study Title: A gut microbiota rheostat forecasts responsiveness to PD-L1 and VEGF blockade in mesothelioma Nature Communications, August 21, 2024 Key Findings: Malignant mesothelioma, a rare cancer linked to asbestos exposure, has limited treatment options and poor prognosis. A multi-center phase II clinical trial (MiST4, NCT03654833) evaluated atezolizumab and bevacizumab (AtzBev) in relapsed mesothelioma patients, […] ➡️➡️➡️
HSD3B1 Genotype and Outcomes in Metastatic Prostate Cancer Practical Solutions and Value Highlights HSD3B1 genotype plays a role in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) outcomes. The AP allele is linked to castration resistance, particularly in low-volume tumors, affecting post-progression mortality and treatment-emergent adverse events. Enzalutamide plus androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in men with mHSPC showed […] ➡️➡️➡️
Effect of Narrative Photography on Physical Therapy Students’ Learning Outcomes in Heart Transplantation Nursing and Health Sciences, September 2024, Volume 26, Issue 3, Article e13155 Physical therapy students need to understand how to care for patients undergoing heart transplantation, including their emotional and practical needs. This study compared the effectiveness of a narrative photography (NP) […] ➡️➡️➡️
Comparison of Two Symptom Checkers (Ada and Symptoma) in the Emergency Department: Randomized, Crossover, Head-to-Head, Double-Blinded Study ABSTRACT Emergency departments (EDs) are often overcrowded, and nonurgent patients frequently seek care there. Symptom checkers (SCs) provide immediate access to disease suggestions and recommended actions, potentially improving patient flow. However, there is a lack of evidence supporting […] ➡️➡️➡️
Evaluating the Efficacy of a Digital Therapeutic (CT-152) as an Adjunct to Antidepressant Treatment in Adults With Major Depressive Disorder: Protocol for the MIRAI Remote Study ABSTRACT Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a common and highly disabling condition. Many individuals with MDD do not experience full symptom relief with current treatments, so new options are […] ➡️➡️➡️
Study Highlights Speech-related temporal parameters (SRTPs) may be sensitive indicators of the efficacy of acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitor therapy in mild Alzheimer’s disease. Automatic speech recognition in the Speech-Gap Test® revealed improvements in filled pause duration ratio, count ratio, and frequency after 12 and 24 weeks of donepezil treatment. ADAS-Cog total scores showed slight improvement, with […] ➡️➡️➡️
Efficacy of a Mobile App-Based Intervention for Young Adults With Anxiety Disorders: A Randomized Clinical Trial ABSTRACT Young adults often face undertreatment for anxiety disorders. Maya, a mobile cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) intervention, was tested in a randomized clinical trial. The study aimed to assess the efficacy and engagement with the intervention, comparing the effects […] ➡️➡️➡️
Efficacy and Feasibility of Combined Treatment for Neurodermatitis Objective To assess the effectiveness and practicality of using compound fluocinolone acetonide cream and guaiazulene in treating neurodermatitis. Methods A study was conducted on 92 neurodermatitis patients, dividing them into control and experimental groups. The control group received compound fluocinolone acetonide cream, while the experimental group also […] ➡️➡️➡️
Multivitamin Compliance Reduces Injuries of Female Recruits at Air Force Basic Training: A Randomized Controlled Cohort Study ABSTRACT Introduction: Basic military training (BMT) for U.S. Air Force and Space Force recruits is critical, but musculoskeletal injuries (MSKI) can threaten success. Trainees with nutritional deficiencies are at higher risk, so efforts to mitigate issues include providing […] ➡️➡️➡️
Effect of Early Administration of Tetracosactide on Mortality and Host Response in Critically Ill Patients Requiring Rescue Surgery Summary Early administration of tetracosactide (TCS10) in critically ill patients undergoing rescue surgery significantly reduced 30-day mortality and improved hemostatic disorders. The drug targeted melanocortin receptors (MCRs) and showed promising results in a phase 3 randomized controlled […] ➡️➡️➡️
Ultrasound Radiomics for Forecasting Adverse Cardiovascular Events Objective Assessing the effectiveness of ultrasound-based radiomics in predicting major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) within 1 year after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for acute coronary syndrome (ACS) patients. Methods 161 ACS patients who underwent PCI were included, with 114 in the training set and 47 in the validation […] ➡️➡️➡️