Abbott’s below-knee stent, previously unsuccessful in heart disease patients, is now being used for severe vascular disease. The stent widens clogged blood vessels and dissolves over three years, preventing scar tissue formation. Despite Abbott’s previous dissolvable stent for coronary artery disease being pulled from the market due to low uptake, this new device shows promise…
Cardiovascular disease is the cause of 40 percent of deaths in Europe, with 10,000 deaths per day and four million per year. The World Health Organization is calling for a 25 percent reduction in salt intake to save 900,000 lives by 2030. High salt consumption in Europe leads to hypertension, with most countries exceeding the…
Immunologists in Porto, Portugal are using INTEGRA Biosciences laboratory tools to study the human immune system. They are investigating the role of the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR) in responding to infections and tumor growth. Tools like the VACUSAFE and PIPETBOY acu 2 pipet controller have streamlined their work, allowing for gentle handling of cell cultures…
A study examined the benefits of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) screening in patients with cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. The analysis showed that screening is associated with improved early-stage detection and survival benefits, even after adjusting for lead-time and length-time biases. Screening led to a higher rate of screen-detected HCC, with patients having…
Children born via C-section are more than double the risk of getting measles after vaccination compared to those born naturally, according to researchers from the University of Cambridge, UK, and Fudan University, China. A single dose of measles vaccine is 2.6 times more likely to be ineffective in children born by C-section. The study suggests…
A study presented at EuroPCR compared percutaneous intervention with surgical treatment for severe aortic stenosis and complex coronary artery disease (CAD). The trial, called TCW, showed that percutaneous intervention was superior to surgical methods, leading to better outcomes. The trial was stopped early due to significant differences in outcomes. The findings contradict current guideline recommendations,…
Research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society suggests that greater community mobility is associated with better cognitive function in adults aged 52 and older. The study of 7,016 Black and white adults found that the association was strongest in individuals with a low risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). The link between…
Research shows that 41% of people with chronic itchiness experience fatigue, likely due to disrupted sleep patterns. Chronic itch affects 1 in 6 adults and can be a symptom of various skin and internal diseases. People with persistent itch are twice as likely to have fatigue compared to the general population. Older adults are more…
Electronic completion of screening questionnaires at a pediatric clinic doubled data capture without lengthening visits, eliminating paper records. Pre-visit data capture allows providers to review information before examinations, prioritizing urgent issues. The goal was to increase data capture during well visits to 80%, achieved by creating digital forms in multiple languages. Positive outcomes include increased…
Gen Z skincare enthusiasts often follow viral trends without understanding the importance of sunscreen in preventing skin cancer. A survey by the AAD reveals that over 50% of Gen Z adults are unaware of the dangers of sun damage. One in four already has skin damage due to sun exposure, and only 37% use sunscreen….
