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Karcinomy děložního hrdla a orofaryngu způsobené HPV – proč se liší a co s tím?

HPV-Related Cervical and Oropharyngeal Cancers: Why They Differ –⁠ and What It Means for Clinical Practice

19. 11. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

The same virus, yet tumors behave very differently. HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) is highly radiosensitive, enabling treatment de-escalation and thus lowering toxicity. Cervical squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC), caused by the same virus, requires aggressive multimodal therapy. What drives these differences and how do they influence therapeutic strategy?

MUDr. Marek Štefan: Spolupráce s farmaceuty je při léčbě antibiotiky zásadní

MUDr. Marek Štefan: Cooperation With Pharmacists Is Essential in Antibiotic Therapy

In September, the Congress of Clinical Microbiology, Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology (KMINE) took place in Hradec Králové. What insights did it bring regarding current and emerging antibiotic…

10. 11. 2025 Source:

V čem tkví potenciál monovalentní protilátky u anti-NMDA receptorovou encefalitidu?

What Is the Potential of a Monovalent Antibody in Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis?

Despite standard immunosuppression, anti-NMDAR encephalitis remains associated with high morbidity and prolonged recovery. More targeted treatment options are therefore needed. A preclinical study…

7. 11. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

Telemedicína pomáhá zlepšit dostupnost péče o pacienty se srdečním selháním

Telemedicine Helps Improve Access to Care for Patients With Heart Failure

Experienced cardiac nurse Mgr. Monika Černá and cardiologist Prof. MUDr. Jan Krejčí, Ph.D.—both part of the leadership of the 1st Department of Internal Medicine–Cardioangiology at the Faculty of…

5. 11. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

Američtí chirurgové umírají častěji na onkologická onemocnění než ostatní lékaři

American Surgeons Die of Cancer More Often Than Other Physicians

A recent study by U.S. researchers sought to map the main causes of death among surgeons. The results suggest that this medical specialty may be associated with a specific mortality risk profile.

3. 11. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

Czech Experience: AI Can Detect Even Very Small Breast Cancers

Women undergoing regular mammography screening can, at some facilities, pay extra to have their images analyzed for potential tumors by artificial intelligence (AI). What are the experiences of…

31. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

Jak sebepoškozování dospívajících souvisí se závislostí?

How Is Adolescent Self-Harm Related to Addiction?

Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) refers to the deliberate infliction of harm to one’s own body without suicidal intent. It occurs in roughly 17% of adolescents. Many patients describe it in terms…

29. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

Vakcinace proti hepatitidě A se nejvíce zanedbala u osob s onemocněním jater

Vaccination Against Hepatitis A Has Been Most Neglected Among People With Liver Disease

What is the current epidemiological situation regarding COVID-19 and hepatitis A, and what does it mean for physicians? MUDr. Aleš Chrdle, Ph.D., Head of the Department of Infectious Diseases at…

27. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

AI hledá nová antibiotika ve zvířecích jedech

AI Searches for New Antibiotics in Animal Venoms

The development of new antibiotics has stagnated for several decades for a variety of reasons. However, the use of AI could accelerate and reduce the cost of this process. Thanks to artificial…

24. 10. 2025 Source:

Psychiatry in Ostrava: From a Small Department to a Clinic and New Challenges

After three decades of operation, the psychiatric department of the University Hospital Ostrava has become a clinic. Under the leadership of Assoc. Prof. MUDr. Petr Šilhán, Ph.D., its capacity has…

22. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

Jaké jsou souvislosti mezi gamblingem, depresí a pocity úniku při hře?

What Are the Links Between Gambling, Depression, and Feelings of Escape During Play?

A number of studies have examined the relationship between problem gambling and depressive disorders. Some focus on the motivations and emotions of gamblers, while others explore the most common…

20. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

Může AI vyřešit nedostatek zdravotníků v Evropě?

Can AI solve Europe’s healthcare workforce shortage?

According to BMJ Global Health, the global healthcare sector was short approximately 15 million healthcare workers in 2020. Although this number is expected to decline to 10 million by 2030, significant...

17. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

Jakou roli hraje výživa u pacientů se závislostí?

What role does nutrition play in patients with addiction?

Low nutrient intake, weight gain during treatment, and the impact of specific dietary components on mood and craving. In patients with addiction, nutritional problems are often subtle but crucial.…

15. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

ESC 2025: Největší kardiologický kongres byl letos zlomový

ESC 2025: The largest cardiology congress was groundbreaking this year

At the turn of August and September, this year’s European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress and the World Congress of Cardiology took place in Madrid in both in-person and virtual formats.…

13. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

O nesprávném používání volně prodejných léčiv, aneb léky nejsou bonbóny

Misuse of Over-the-Counter Medicines: Drugs Are Not Candies

Self-medication is a common strategy among Czechs when dealing with minor health issues. However, many patients are unaware that even over-the-counter (OTC) drugs can be harmful if misused. The State…

10. 10. 2025 Source: proLékaře.cz

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