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Efficacy of Hyaluronic Acid Eye Drops in the Treatment of Dry Eye Syndrome – Results of a Meta-Analysis
Dry eye syndrome affects 5–30% of individuals over the age of 50. The beneficial effect of hyaluronic acid on the symptoms of this condition has been well described in both preclinical and clinical studies, and it has been shown that its topical application increases the secretion of water and mucin on the surface of the eye. The meta-analysis presented below focused on the efficacy of eye drops containing hyaluronic acid in the treatment of dry eye syndrome.
Prof. Petra Lišková: Prevention of Dry Eye Syndrome is Difficult but Not Impossible
Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common ophthalmological problems, and its incidence is rising. Ophthalmologist Prof. MUDr. Petra Lišková, Ph.D., from the Clinic of Pediatrics and Hereditary…
Development and Benefits of Intestinal Gel LECIG for Patients with Parkinson's Disease
Patients with advanced Parkinson's disease, for whom the current regimen of orally and transdermally administered medications is insufficient for symptom relief, now have a new treatment option. It…
Intestinal Gel LECIG in the Treatment of Advanced Parkinson's Disease in Real Practice
A recently published study presents the first experiences with an intestinal gel containing a triple combination of antiparkinsonian drugs and dosed via an infusion pump through percutaneous…
Doc. Jiří Kubeš: The major benefit of proton therapy lies in protecting healthy tissues
Nearly 9,000 patients with oncological diseases have already undergone modern proton radiotherapy at the Proton Center in Prague. Which diagnoses are suitable for this treatment modality, what are…
Intestinal Infection of Multi-Resistant NDM-Producing K. pneumoniae in a Patient with NK/T Lymphoma – Case Study
The incidence of NDM-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae is increasing worldwide. NDM beta-lactamase is a significant cause of multidrug resistance in enterobacteria to various antibiotics, including…
Invitation to ZEPOSIA STAND ALONE MEETING
On behalf of Bristol Myers Squibb, we warmly invite you to the Zeposia Stand Alone Meeting, which will take place on March 22, 2023, at 5 PM at the EA Hotel Tereziánský dvůr in Hradec Králové.
Targeted Treatment of Children and Adolescents with Severe AD – Case Studies
The results of therapy with dupilumab in children and adolescents with severe forms of atopic dermatitis (AD) are very good even after a short period, not only from a health perspective but also in terms...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome as a Warning Sign of Cardiomyopathy Caused by Transthyretin Amyloidosis
Recent study results suggest that transthyretin amyloidosis is a more common cause of heart failure than previously thought. Early diagnosis and subsequent therapy are key to improving patient…
INFOGRAPHIC: Diagnostic Algorithm for Cardiac Amyloidosis
What examinations are needed when cardiac amyloidosis is suspected? Which tests can distinguish transthyretin amyloidosis from systemic disease caused by immunoglobulin light chains? We bring you a…
Current Position of Venetoclax in the Treatment of AML − Hope for a Better Prognosis?
The treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) remained stagnant for a long time, with many new drugs emerging only in the past few years. One of the newest and most important is the Bcl-2…
Venetostart – The First Comprehensive Mobile Application with Practical Information for Venetoclax Treatment
Abbvie has developed the comprehensive mobile application Venetostart with practical information needed in clinical practice for administering venetoclax (Venclyxto), which is indicated for the…
INFOGRAPHIC: Which treatment to choose in the 1st line for a patient with type 2 diabetes?
Diabetes mellitus is a complex chronic disease that requires continuous treatment and a strategy to reduce associated risks beyond mere glycemic control. Comorbidities and the risk of complications are...
Is exposure to mite allergens in breast milk or house dust a risk factor for asthma and allergies in childhood?
Exposure to mite allergens occurs early in life from both breast milk and house dust (especially bedding). The study presented below examined the impact of exposure to the dominant mite allergen Der p...
Sonicare Technology as a Modern Means for Good Oral Hygiene
Sonicare technology was developed and introduced to the market by Philips 30 years ago. Since then, the range of products has expanded, and the use of sonic technology has become accessible to a wide…
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