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Ultrasound in a Patch – Smart System Capable of Monitoring Patient During Regular Activities
A team of scientists from the University of California, San Diego, has developed a miniature autonomous ultrasound system that, when attached to the skin, can visualize tissue located deep beneath the body’s surface. It could be used for continuous monitoring of blood pressure, heart activity, and respiratory parameters in real time, whether during regular activities or intense physical exertion.
Comparison of 5 Beta-Blockers in Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
An analysis of 26 studies with beta-blockers in the treatment of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction compared 5 drugs (bisoprolol, metoprolol-succinate, metoprolol-tartrate, carvedilol, and…24. 4. 2024 Source: Cardiovascular Continuum
Interactive Case Study: Treatment of Neuropathic Pain in a Patient with Neurodegenerative Disease
We offer a brief case study of a polymorbid patient suffering from chronic pain, spasticity, and sleep disturbances, among other issues. Medical cannabis was advantageously introduced, helping to alleviate...22. 4. 2024 Source: Medical Cannabis
Long-term Benefit of Luspatercept Therapy – Fresh Data from the MEDALIST Study
The goal of therapy for low-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is to compensate for anemia, improve or maintain quality of life, and prolong the time to progression to higher-risk MDS (HR-MDS) or…22. 4. 2024 Source: Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)
Use of Medical Cannabis in Patients with Fibromyalgia to Relieve Pain and Depression
Medical cannabis is prescribed to patients with chronic pain resistant to conventional treatments. The efficacy of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) therapy in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) was…22. 4. 2024 Source: Medical Cannabis
Pilot Program for Lung Cancer Screening in the Czech Republic – Current Interim Results
Since January 1, 2022, a pilot population program for lung cancer screening has been underway in the Czech Republic. At the 7th PREVON conference in December 2023, updates on the progress as of March…22. 4. 2024 Source: Small Cell Lung Cancer
Under the Microscope: How is Patient Care for Heart Failure in the Czech Republic in Real Practice?
The journal Vnitřní lékařství recently published the results of a survey conducted among outpatient cardiologists and internists. The aim was to determine the level of diagnosis and treatment of…18. 4. 2024 Source: Heart Failure
Artificial Intelligence Helps in Selecting Influenza Strains for Vaccine Production
Vaccination is one of the most important and effective preventive measures in the fight against seasonal epidemics caused by influenza viruses each year. For vaccines to work, they must match the…
Central European Expert Consensus on the Treatment of ITP in Adult Patients
In a recently published consensus, experts from Central Europe evaluate the current treatment options for immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) in adult patients and issue 7 recommendations for the…15. 4. 2024 Source: Immune Thrombocytopenia
How do patients perceive the treatment of ITP with romiplostim?
Romiplostim, along with eltrombopag and avatrombopag, belongs to the group of thrombopoietin receptor agonists (TPO-RA) used in the second line of treatment for immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Its…15. 4. 2024 Source: Immune Thrombocytopenia
FDA Warns Against Self-Monitoring Glucose Using Smartwatches. What About in Czechia?
On February 21st, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning aimed at diabetic patients who measure their blood glucose levels (or are considering doing so) using smartwatches or…
Where radical surgery cannot be performed in the subhepatic region or liver, there is room for radiation treatment
Proton radiotherapy continues to expand its indications in the treatment of oncological diseases. In the following interview, we focus on its role in treating tumors in the subhepatic region. MUDr.…10. 4. 2024 Source: Proton Radiotherapy
You wouldn't believe what our AI can already do! "Snapshots" from research – 2024/8
Will we soon be living among robots? Artificial Intelligence (AI) has learned to design antibodies, diagnose tuberculosis from coughing sounds, and in its spare time, improve beer. If that scares you…10. 4. 2024 Source: proLékaře.cz
Scientists Create First Functional Brain Tissue Using 3D Printing
A research team from the University of Wisconsin-Madison has successfully printed the first ever functional brain tissue using a commercial 3D printer in their laboratory. This breakthrough may be…
Prof. Miloš Broďák: Introduction of new drugs has significantly improved results even in progressive and recurrent prostate cancers
The prognosis and treatment outcomes for patients with various stages of prostate cancer have significantly improved over the past two decades thanks to a number of new or improved modalities of…3. 4. 2024 Source: Oncological TreatmentLogin#ADS_BOTTOM_SCRIPTS#Forgotten passwordEnter the email address that you registered with. We will send you instructions on how to set a new password.
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