Salbutamol: A Safety Meta-Analysis

Salbutamol: A Safety Meta-Analysis Overview Salbutamol, a widely used bronchospasm reliever, has been insufficiently scrutinized for potential risks. In a meta-analysis of 58 randomized controlled trials with 12,961 participants, the study unearthed a 34% incidence of total adverse events (AEs). Notably, severe AEs stood at 2%, and treatment discontinuation was 3%. Subgroup

Urine Volume And The Incidence Of Kidney Stones

Urine Volume And The Incidence Of Kidney Stones Kidney stone disease poses a significant health challenge, impacting nearly one in 11 individuals in the United States. Not only does it result in substantial morbidity, but it also leads to a considerable utilization of healthcare resources.  In the pursuit of preventing stone disease,

Sinus Surgery Effectiveness Compared To Biological Therapies For Rhinosinusitis

Sinus Surgery Effectiveness Compared To Biological Therapies For Rhinosinusitis Overview This systematic review aims to compare the safety and efficacy of endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) with various biologics in treating chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) in adults by analyzing existing clinical trials. Five randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving 1748 patients were

Fistula Presence As A Cancer Risk Factor In Crohn’s Disease

Fistula Presence As A Cancer Risk Factor In Crohn's Disease Overview In this retrospective cohort study, the researchers aimed to delve into the cancer risk among patients with Crohn's disease (CD) based on the presence or absence of perianal fistulas (PF). The study spanned from January 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014,

Seizure Therapy And White Matter Changes

Seizure Therapy And White Matter Changes Functional seizures (FS) are a type of functional neurological symptom disorder that mimics epileptic seizures but lacks epileptiform changes on electroencephalography. The neuropathophysiology involves various brain systems, such as sensorimotor, emotion regulation, cognitive control, and multimodal integration.  Neurobehavioral therapy (NBT) has emerged as a viable treatment

N95 Mask Wearing By Dentists: An Evaluation Of Cardiovascular Effects

N95 Mask Wearing By Dentists: An Evaluation Of Cardiovascular Effects Overview Limited research exists on cardiovascular changes in dentists using N95 respirators or surgical mask-covered N95s during pediatric dental procedures. This crossover clinical trial involved 18 healthy dentists, exploring cardiovascular responses while treating pediatric patients with either an N95 respirator or a

Metronidazole For Vulval Crohn’s Disease Treatment

Metronidazole For Vulval Crohn's Disease Treatment Overview Cutaneous vulval Crohn's disease (VCD), an often overlooked extra-intestinal manifestation of Crohn's disease (CD), poses diagnostic and therapeutic challenges due to its potential for significant edema, painful fissures, and lasting disfigurement of the vulval anatomy. The lack of consensus on optimal management adds to the

Concussion Symptom Treatment Using Acoustic Stimulation

Concussion Symptom Treatment Using Acoustic Stimulation In the U.S. military, over 370,000 service members have had mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) or concussions since 2000, possibly more due to underreporting. While most recover within 7–30 days, about 15% face persistent postconcussive symptoms (PPCS) for at least 3 months. Despite the end

Rosacea Therapy Using Botulinum Toxin

Rosacea Therapy Using Botulinum Toxin Rosacea is a long-term inflammatory disease that affects the face primarily, with symptoms such as recurrent flushing, persistent erythema, and potential papular and pustular lesions, impacting patients' physical and mental health. Traditional treatments are often insufficient, leading to recurrent attacks and necessitating maintenance therapy. Botulinum toxin

Narcissistic Personality Disorder And Autism

Narcissistic Personality Disorder And Autism Overview This study explores the relationship between Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), focusing on the dimensions of narcissistic vulnerability and grandiosity. Both ASD and NPD pose challenges in diagnosis due to shared characteristics, such as pervasive traits, lifelong duration, ego-syntonic features, and difficulties