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Brain implants can affect the human mind in a surprising way
The technology company Neuralink, owned by Elon Musk, announced in December 2022 that it plans to start clinical testing of an electronic chip to be implanted in the skull within six months. However, this announcement is just the tip of the iceberg of current research, which, in addition to positives, also brings a number of ethical questions and potential negative effects on the human mind.
Absorption of Levothyroxine: What Has the New Formulation of LT4-Containing Medicinal Products Brought?
Lifelong use of levothyroxine (LT4) is the cornerstone of hypothyroidism treatment. The narrow therapeutic range of LT4 places increased emphasis on accurate dosing and appropriate titration, making…
What situations can arise in PBC treatment with obeticholic acid? Answers provided by case studies from real practice at CKTCH
The Hradec Gastroenterology Days 2023 were traditionally held in March at the Educational Center of the Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, in the area of University Hospital Hradec Králové. The…
Subclinical Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy: How Great Are the Real Risks and Can They Be Effectively Reduced?
The aim of the meta-analysis by authors from the Mayo Clinic was to describe the impact of subclinical hypothyroidism on the course of pregnancy and the effect of levothyroxine replacement therapy in…
Adherence to Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis: How to Enhance It and What Interesting Insights Emerged from Current Research?
Therapeutic options for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) utilizing disease-modifying drugs (DMDs) have continued to expand in recent years. However, achieving their full benefit is critically dependent...
Teriflunomide in the Treatment of RRMS: The Best Working Drug Is the One That the Patient Actually Takes
Teriflunomide is an oral disease-modifying drug (DMD) used in the therapy of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). The authors of the cited American study assessed adherence to this treatment...
Early Tumor Regression as a Marker of Overall Survival in First-Line Treatment of mCRC
In the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC), prognostic factors besides overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) include early tumor regression (ETS) and depth of…
Meta-Analysis of the Results of Studies Comparing the Effectiveness of Manual and Sonic Toothbrushes
Brushing teeth is a fundamental means of maintaining good oral hygiene. While many people still rely on using manual toothbrushes, brushing with electric toothbrushes has also gradually gained…
Is Obesity a Universal Phenotype in Children with Type 2 Diabetes?
What is the global prevalence of obesity in children and adolescents suffering from type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)? Does the occurrence of obesity in pediatric T2DM correlate with gender or race?…
Echocardiography in the Diagnosis of Cardiac Amyloidosis
Cardiac amyloidosis remains a diagnostic challenge that requires great clinical vigilance. The imaging method of choice for evaluating heart failure suspected of amyloidosis is echocardiography. What…
Diagnosis and Management of Therapy for a Breastfeeding Patient with Significant Elevation of Liver Enzymes Postpartum – Interactive Case Study
In the following case study, we present a specific approach to a patient who developed a significant elevation of liver enzymes after childbirth. Through interactive elements, you can try out how you...
Empagliflozin will be funded from May for symptomatic heart failure regardless of EF LK value
Empagliflozin entered the market as an antidiabetic drug operating on the principle of reducing glucose reabsorption by the kidneys from the urine and increasing its excretion through urine. Thanks…
Current View on Obstacles in Proper Use of Antibiotics and the Role of Biomarkers in Infection Diagnosis
In the fight against antibiotic resistance, principles for the proper use of antibiotics (ATB) have been introduced globally. The following overview briefly describes the obstacles in leading…
Screenings of Lung Cancer and COPD are Significant. What Do the Latest Data from Czechia Say?
At the end of January, an expert seminar was held, focusing on updates in the treatment of respiratory diseases. During this event, the head of the Pulmonary Clinic at LF UK and FN Hradec Králové, …
Measurement of Serum Trough Levels of IgG as an Adequate and Beneficial Indicator for Assessing the Pharmacokinetics of Subcutaneously Administered Products
For many patients with primary immunodeficiency, lifelong immunoglobulin substitution is essential to reduce the frequency of severe infections. Subcutaneous home administration is better accepted by...