Nanosized Traditional Chinese Medicine Technology To Overcome The Blood-Brain Barrier Overview Podcast on Spotify Podcast This review explores the intersection of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and nanotechnology, known as nano-TCM, as a promising avenue for overcoming the challenges posed by the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in treating central nervous system (CNS) diseases. While TCM has
Overcoming Heart Failure: Combining Eastern And Western Approaches
Overcoming Heart Failure: Combining Eastern And Western Approaches Overview Heart failure (HF) stands as a significant global health challenge, markedly affecting prognosis. While conventional medical approaches are prominent in HF management, there is an emerging emphasis on integrating traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). With a rich history spanning over two millennia, TCM offers
Optimizing Nutrition To Break Through Bowel Dysfunction
Optimizing Nutrition To Break Through Bowel Dysfunction Overview Functional bowel disorders (FBDs), encompassing conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), pose treatment challenges due to their elusive etiology. Addressing these conditions requires alternatives to conventional medical approaches, especially considering the increased healthcare resources they demand. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of
Remimazolam: The Greatest New Medication In Anesthesia?
Remimazolam: The Greatest New Medication In Anesthesia? This research introduces remimazolam, a novel intravenous anesthetic that improves anesthesia quality, particularly in procedures like transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Remimazolam offers advantages such as smooth administration, stable circulatory dynamics, and shorter half-life compared to traditional benzodiazepines. The study investigates remimazolam's potential anti-inflammatory
Addressing The Struggle: Menstrual Disorders Diagnosis and Intervention Strategies
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. Addressing The Struggle : Menstrual Disorders Diagnosis and Intervention Strategies From irregular periods to more severe symptoms such as excessive bleeding or unbearable pains, these conditions can significantly impact a
Exploring Better Therapies For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Role Of Anti-Obesity Medications
Exploring Better Therapies For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Role Of Anti-Obesity Medications Overview This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the efficacy of anti-obesity agents in addressing hormonal, reproductive, metabolic, and psychological outcomes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with the objective of informing updates to the International Evidence-based Guideline
The Battle Against Cerumen Buildup: Factors Related To Impaction
The Battle Against Cerumen Buildup: Factors Related To Impaction Overview This study aimed to assess the prevalence of cerumen impaction in a nationally representative sample of the US population and its association with various sociodemographic factors, hearing loss, and tinnitus. Using data from NHANES (2005–2016), involving 14,230 individuals aged 12 years and above,
Tinnitus, Hearing Loss, and Distracted Sleep
Tinnitus, Hearing Loss, and Distracted Sleep Overview This study explores the intricate relationship between sleep characteristics, tinnitus, and hearing loss, focusing on whether hearing levels mediate the association between sleep disorders and tinnitus. Conducted as a cross-sectional analysis, the study utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from
Anticoagulation Therapy In Risky Geriatric Cardiac Patients
Anticoagulation Therapy In Risky Geriatric Cardiac Patients In the realm of cardiovascular health, the coexistence of atrial fibrillation (AF) with heart failure (HF) presents a significant challenge for anticoagulation, particularly in the aging population. Uncertainties abound regarding treatment efficacy and patient outcomes. The All Nippon AF In the Elderly (ANAFIE) Registry,
Difficulty With Hearing And Blood Pressure In Geriatric Adults
Difficulty With Hearing And Blood Pressure In Geriatric Adults Overview This cross-sectional study aimed to explore the relationship between hearing function, as measured by pure-tone average (PTA) of air conduction thresholds, and 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure (BP) in older adults. Conducted among 1404 community-dwelling individuals aged 65 years and above from the