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News Adverse effects of antipsychotics in the treatment of schizophrenia negatively affect cognitive functions

Schizophrenia is a severe psychiatric disorder characterized by a wide range of symptoms, with cognitive dysfunctions being one of its domains. Antipsychotics (APs) are used for treatment, but their effectiveness in improving cognitive functions is unclear, and they can simultaneously worsen cognition through their adverse metabolic effects, leading to a reduced lifespan for patients with schizophrenia.

Source: Modern Treatment of Schizophrenia 18. 5. 2021

News Effectiveness of the Sonicare For Kids Toothbrush in Preschool Children

A comparative study conducted as part of a graduation thesis in the field of Certified Dental Hygienist offers a comparison of the cleaning effectiveness of a manual toothbrush and a sonic toothbrush in children aged 4−5.5 years. The sonic toothbrush proved to be an effective tool with good results for this age group.

Source: Dental Care 15. 10. 2023

News Causes, Consequences, and Solutions to Weight Gain in Schizophrenia Treatment

The use of antipsychotics in the treatment of schizophrenia is often associated with the development of overweight and obesity, which poses a risk for the onset of many diseases and increases morbidity and mortality in these patients. Concern about weight gain is also a common reason for non-adherence to antipsychotic treatment. The cause of weight gain may also lie in the symptoms of the disease itself. We, therefore, provide a summary of the causes, consequences, and possible solutions to this undesirable impact of schizophrenia and its treatment.

Source: Modern Treatment of Schizophrenia 13. 3. 2024

News Memantine and Donepezil –⁠ Unity is Strength

Memantine and donepezil are both used in the therapy of Alzheimer's disease (AD). However, how does the combination of these drugs fare in the treatment of moderate to severe AD?

Source: Cognitive in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease 12. 10. 2020

Články časopisu Hand osteoarthritis

Author of the article: prof. MUDr. Ph.D. Ladislav Šenolt Source: Časopis lékařů českých | 6/2016 9. 11. 2016

News How Important is the Time Factor in the Treatment of Heart Failure?

Current guidelines emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and immediate treatment for patients with heart failure (HF). These patients are most vulnerable immediately after the decompensation of chronic HF, and intensive treatment can therefore reduce the risk of further hospitalization and mortality. The prognosis for these patients is unfavorable, and any delay in initiating therapy further worsens it. The treatment of chronic HF is often postponed if the symptoms are stable, and the risk of adverse outcomes and sudden death is underestimated. The time factor thus plays a significant role in all stages of HF.

Source: Heart Failure 13. 11. 2023

News Minimally Invasive Treatment of Pilonidal Sinus: Laser and Negative Pressure Therapy as a Gentle and Effective Modality

The increasing incidence of pilonidal sinus contributes to the development of new treatment methods. Experiences from AGEL Hospital Přerov show that the methods SiLaC (sinus laser ablation of the cyst) and NPWT (negative pressure wound therapy) represent a gentle and effective approach for pilonidal sinus, accelerating treatment and subsequent recovery.

Source: Wound Healing 24. 11. 2023

News Current View on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in Theory and Practice

We dedicated one of the episodes of our podcast meditalks+ to the issue of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), focusing on aspects of care related to general practitioners. In a conversation with Associate Professor MUDr. Ludmila Brunerová, Ph.D., from the Diabetology Center at the Faculty Hospital Královské Vinohrady in Prague, we now continue with a more detailed look at selected questions that will also interest specialists.

Source: Modern Treatment of Diabetes 7. 9. 2023

News Diabetic Foot Syndrome: An Unpleasant Scare for Diabetics and Their Attending Doctors

Diabetic foot syndrome is a very serious complication of diabetes mellitus (DM). It often leads to destructive tissue damage distal to the ankle. Due to the complex therapy, it is advisable to focus on thorough and meticulous prevention of this complication.

Source: Diabetes 8. 3. 2021

News Proton radiotherapy means lower risk with high efficacy of radiation. The key is getting the patient into the treatment process as soon as possible

The Proton Therapy Center in Prague (PTC −⁠ Proton Therapy Center Czech) is a modern healthcare facility specializing in the treatment of oncological diseases using so-called proton radiotherapy. This therapy is covered by public health insurance in indicated cases. Since its opening in 2012, PTC has treated nearly 10,000 patients, not only from the Czech Republic and Slovakia. In 2019, it became part of the National Oncology Center.

Source: Proton Radiotherapy 8. 2. 2023

Články časopisu Treatment of pelvic avulsion fractures in children and adolescents

Author of the article: A. Stančák, J. Kautzner, T. Trč, V. Havlas Source: Rozhledy v chirurgii | 4/2017 23. 5. 2017

News Efficacy and Safety of Teriflunomide in the Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis in Children –⁠ Results of the TERIKIDS Study

Therapeutic options for multiple sclerosis in the pediatric population are limited. However, in June 2021, teriflunomide was approved for the treatment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) in pediatric patients aged 10–17 years in the European Union. The basis for this registration was the favorable results of the TERIKIDS study, which we summarize below. Teriflunomide thus became the first oral medication for 1st line treatment of RRMS in children and adolescents within the EU.

Source: Multiple Sclerosis 1. 6. 2022

News How to Prevent and Treat Thromboembolic Disease in Cancer Patients

Malignancy is one of the risk factors for the development of thromboembolic disease (TED). Venous thromboembolism is considered the second most common cause of death in cancer patients, with the top cause being the cancer itself. Therefore, optimal treatment and timely prevention of these complications is very important.

Source: Thromboprophylaxis 6. 3. 2021

News Metamizole in Pain Therapy in the General Practitioner and Pediatric Office

Metamizole is a pyrazole analgesic-antipyretic with spasmolytic effects, indicated for the treatment of post-traumatic or postoperative pain, visceral colic, cancer pain, and high fever unresponsive to other treatments. The advantage of this drug is its good tolerance without serious adverse effects on the gastrointestinal system, no impact on platelet aggregation, and usability in adults and children of all ages.

Source: Updates in Pain Treatment 30. 3. 2023

News Targeting HER2 is Clinically Meaningful Even with Its Low Expression

Distinguishing HER2 receptor expression status on the surface of breast cancer tumor cells as simply positive or negative is now proving insufficient. Ultimately, it can lead to the non-administration of effective targeted therapy. What do we actually know about the “gray zone” between HER2 positivity and negativity?

Source: Ovarian and Breast Cancer 22. 5. 2024