Mediterranean diet effects on vascular health and serum levels of ...
WEBAug 15, 2024 · 1. The effect of the Mediterranean Diet on cardiovascular health can be partially explained by improved vascular health, lowered total cholesterol and LDL, lowered ceramides, and reduced serum inflammatory adipokines. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: The Mediterranean Diet has been previously shown to improve cardiovascular outcomes in patients. This is proposed to be
Exoskeletal assisted walking devices currently do not demonstrate …
WEBSep 14, 2024 · 1. In veterans with spinal cord injuries, exoskeletons showed no clear benefits (medical, physical or psychological) compared to standard wheelchair use 2. Exoskeleton technology is still not adopted readily with participants only using the devices an average of 86 minutes per week Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Spinal cord injuries (SCI) often result in severe
Active mechanical circulatory support does not reduce mortality in ...
WEB2 days ago · 1. Early use of mechanical circulatory support did not reduce 6-month all-cause mortality. 2. MCS was associated with increased major bleeding and vascular complications. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices have been used to treat acute myocardial infarction-related cardiogenic shock (AMICS), though their impact on mortality remains ...
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WEBAdaptimmune’s Afami-cel is the first FDA-approved T-cell receptor therapy for synovial sarcoma. by Amy Boyle and 1 others. September 25, 2024. Afami-cel (Tecelra) is the first genetically engineered T-cell receptor therapy for synovial sarcoma Afami-cel demonstrated an overall response rate of 39% in synovial sarcoma patients.
Biomarkers may help guide antibiotic stewardship in community …
WEBAug 26, 2024 · 1. Using either procalcitonin or c-reactive protein as a biomarker to guide antibiotic treatment in patients with community-acquired pneumonia reduces the length of treatment course with no effect to time to reach stability or new antibiotic prescriptions Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) 20-50% of the 3.3 million people who develop community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) need to
The Lee index: Risk of perioperative cardiac events [Classics Series ...
WEBSep 27, 2014 · The Lee index is a prospectively validated model that predicts the risk of a cardiac event in patients undergoing noncardiac surgery. 2. The six independent predictors are as follows: 1) high-risk surgery, 2) history of ischemic heart disease, 3) history of congestive heart failure, 4) history of cerebrovascular disease, 5) preoperative ...
Infusion with a monoclonal antibody decreases migraine frequency
WEB4 days ago · 1. In this randomized controlled trial, in patients diagnosed with migraine, it was found that administration of a monoclonal antibody against pituitary adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide (PACAP), Lu AG09222, was associated with a reduction in migraines frequency. 2. The Lu AG09222 group experienced a higher incidence of adverse events compared to the placebo group, though no
Reverse total shoulder replacement may be a viable treatment …
WEBMay 11, 2024 · 1. Reverse total shoulder replacement (RTSR) was examined as a potential treatment for end-stage shoulder arthritis. 2. After analysing the risk factors, RTSR was shown as a potential alternative treatment to total shoulder replacement for those with an intact rotator cuff. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) One treatment for end-stage shoulder arthritis that is
The Ultimate Guide to Achieving a Competitive MCAT Score for …
WEBNov 28, 2023 · Welcome to the ultimate guide that will help you achieve a competitive MCAT score for your medical school admissions. The MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) is a comprehensive examination that plays a crucial role in the medical school application process.
Oxygen therapy for 15 versus 24 hours per day does not change …
WEB2 days ago · 1. In this randomized controlled trial, among patients with severe hypoxemia, long-term oxygen therapy used for 24 hours per day resulted in no reduction in risk of hospitalization or death within one year compared with oxygen therapy for 15 hours per day. 2. Oxygen therapy for 15 versus 24 hours per day was associated with