Bariatric Surgery In Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Patients Overview Existing research has hinted at a link between obesity and increased risk of acute cardiovascular events. Bariatric surgery has been shown to mitigate this risk; however, its impact on patients with both obesity and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) remains unclear. This study aimed to assess whether
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Mepolizumab Effectiveness In Asthma, Rhinosinusitis, and Sinus Surgery Patients
Mepolizumab Effectiveness In Asthma, Rhinosinusitis, and Sinus Surgery Patients Overview In this retrospective cohort study utilizing IQVIA PharMetrics Plus claims data, the effectiveness of mepolizumab, a humanized anti-interleukin 5 monoclonal antibody, was explored in a real-world setting for U.S. patients with severe asthma and comorbid chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) with or without sinus
Patellofemoral Arthroplasty Designs and Osteoarthritis Progression
Patellofemoral Arthroplasty Designs and Osteoarthritis Progression Overview This study aimed to evaluate clinical and functional outcomes, complication rates, implant survivorship, and the progression of tibiofemoral osteoarthritis (OA) in patients with isolated patellofemoral OA undergoing new inlay or onlay patellofemoral arthroplasty (PFA). The research also sought to compare different implant types and models
Otitis Externa: A Meta-Analysis Comparing Antibiotic And Non-Antibiotic Therapy
Otitis Externa: A Meta-Analysis Comparing Antibiotic And Non-Antibiotic Therapy Otitis externa, also known as swimmer's ear, is an inflammatory condition affecting the outer ear canal. This canal extends from the external ear to the eardrum. The inflammation characteristic of otitis externa can be triggered by various factors, including exposure to water,
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Telehealth Effectiveness For Chronic Mental Disorders
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Telehealth Effectiveness For Chronic Mental Disorders Overview Amidst the pandemic, the adoption of remote treatments, specifically telephone-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (T-CBT), has witnessed a notable increase. This meta-analysis seeks to fill a gap in existing literature by evaluating the effectiveness of T-CBT in chronic and/or mental illnesses, comparing it
Acute Gout And Cardiovascular Events: Exploring the Role of Inflammation
Acute Gout And Cardiovascular Events: Exploring The Role Of Inflammation Overview In this study, the association between hospital admissions due to acute gout and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs) was investigated using data from the Hospital Morbidity Data Collection and Death Registrations of the Western Australian Rheumatic Disease Epidemiology Registry. The aim
Ulcerative Proctitis: Best Practice Treatment
Ulcerative Proctitis: Best Practice Treatment Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a persistent condition marked by recurrent inflammation localized to the colon. While traditionally more prevalent in industrialized nations, UC has seen increasing incidence rates in developing countries. Ulcerative proctitis (UP) is a confined form of UC, limited to the rectum, carrying a
Alcohol Consumption And The Long-Term Risk Of Mortality
Alcohol Consumption And The Long-Term Risk Of Mortality Overview This study aims to update a previous systematic review by conducting a comprehensive analysis of meta-analyses published from January 1, 2017, to March 8, 2021, to quantify sex-specific dose–response risk relationships between chronic alcohol consumption and disease occurrence and mortality. The systematic search
Insomnia Severity And Nutrition
Insomnia Severity And Nutrition Quality sleep is essential for physical and mental well-being, with disruptions causing cognitive issues, fatigue, and even depression. When our sleep is compromised, it can have far-reaching consequences, affecting various aspects of our lives. Sleep disruptions are closely tied to cognitive issues, making it harder to think clearly
Obesity Classification And The Risk Of Gallstones
Obesity Classification And The Risk Of Gallstones Overview This population-based cross-sectional study aimed to determine the most effective predictor of gallstone disease (GSD) among various anthropometric indicators of obesity. The research, conducted in Taiwan from 2014 to 2017, included 2263 participants who underwent physical examinations, provided blood samples, and completed detailed questionnaires
