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Current Indications for Negative Pressure Therapy in Wound Healing in Orthopedic and Traumatological Patients
Negative pressure wound therapy was introduced in North America in 1997. Since then, the method has gained great popularity and is used in the treatment of many acute and chronic wounds. Like any other treatment modality, it has its proper indications and contraindications. An overview article by French authors evaluates the current use of negative pressure therapy in the fields of orthopedics and trauma of the musculoskeletal system.
Which Dietary Recommendations Actually Work for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Food is both a trigger for symptoms and a treatment tool for individuals with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A 2021 review summarizes the results of the latest research on the effectiveness of…
Efficacy and Safety of Enoxaparin in Hospitalized Patients with Severe Renal Insufficiency
A study evaluating the effect of thromboprophylaxis with enoxaparin at a dose of 20 mg/day in adult patients with renal failure compared the incidence of venous thromboembolism (VTE) with published…
Anticoagulants and Antiplatelets in the Treatment of Acute Coronary Syndromes
Anticoagulants and antiplatelets are a key part of the therapeutic strategies used in the treatment of acute coronary syndromes (ACS). They reduce the risk of acute and late complications, morbidity,…
Bilastine and its role in the treatment of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and urticaria in children
The prevalence of allergic rhinitis (AR) in the pediatric population is estimated worldwide at 10-20%. The efficacy and safety of bilastine (a second-generation antihistamine) in adult patients and…
Prevention and Treatment of Thromboembolism in the Elderly
Despite advances in the prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism, morbidity and mortality associated with this condition remain high in certain risk groups. An international expert group…
Three tests to confirm the diagnosis of acquired hemophilia – infographic
Acquired hemophilia (AHA) typically manifests with spontaneous bleeding in patients with no prior personal history of significant bleeding.1–4 The cause of the bleeding is a significant decrease in…
Innovative Form of Levothyroxine Ensures Accurate Dosing for Patients
In the treatment of hypothyroidism, precise dosing of replacement therapy is critical. An innovative formulation of levothyroxine has been developed to meet the updated, stricter standards of regulatory...
Levothyroxine Substitution Depending on Patient Genotype
Careful titration of hormone dose leads to optimal dosing of replacement therapy for hypothyroidism. The authors of a cross-sectional study published in the Endocrine Journal examined the impact of polymorphisms...
Safety and Efficacy of Combination Therapy for Allergic Rhinitis Compared to Monotherapies and Placebo
Combination therapy of antihistamine and corticosteroid is a promising alternative for patients suffering from seasonal allergic rhinitis. A phase II clinical study aimed to determine the effective…
Allergic Rhinitis in the General Practitioner’s Office: How to Proceed in Primary Care?
Up to 60% of the population has a genetic predisposition to allergic disease. Diagnosis and therapy of allergic conditions are therefore very common topics in primary care. How should we proceed…
Efficacy and Safety of Etanercept in the Therapy of Arthritis
A review by experts from Genoa, Italy, focused on the available knowledge regarding the efficacy and safety of etanercept in the treatment of inflammatory rheumatic diseases.
Metformin in Pregnancy and Its Safety Profile
In Finland, a comprehensive analysis of data from the national registry was conducted to assess whether exposure to metformin during intrauterine development is associated with an increased risk of long-term...
MS in Children – An Overlooked Sister of Adult Diseases?
Multiple sclerosis is not just an adult disease. How common is it in children and how have current therapeutic possibilities advanced for this population both in our country and around the world?
Safety and Efficacy of Bimekizumab Self-Administration in Psoriasis Patients
Patient adherence to regular administration of biologic therapy is crucial for its effectiveness. The studies presented below evaluated self-administration of the humanized monoclonal antibody…
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