Ocular Surgery In Infants And Post-Op Eye Drop Risks Overview This clinical observational cohort study delves into the prevalence and risk factors associated with hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression in infants subjected to glucocorticoid (GC) eye drops subsequent to ocular surgery, focusing on cataract and glaucoma procedures. The research aims to discern the
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection: A Tool For Assessing Clinical Severity
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection: A Tool For Assessing Clinical Severity Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of acute respiratory tract infection (ARTI) and the primary reason for hospitalization among infants, leading to substantial health and socioeconomic challenges. Ranging from mild cold-like symptoms to severe lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI),
Gynecologic Cancer Survivors: A Study Of Lifestyle Factors
Gynecologic Cancer Survivors: A Study Of Lifestyle Factors Overview Promoting positive outcomes for gynecologic cancer survivors hinges on upholding a healthy lifestyle. We scrutinized behaviors among gynecologic cancer survivors (n = 1824) and non-cancer individuals via cross-sectional analysis, using 2020 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System data. Colorectal cancer screening rates were 7.9%
Off-label Medication Use In Oncology
Off-label Medication Use In Oncology Cancer Research and Medicinal Drugs Cancer research and innovation are highly active, resulting in the introduction of new medications into the therapeutic arsenal. However, incorporating these new drugs into clinical practice is a challenging and time-consuming process due to regulatory requirements. Before a drug can be marketed and
Chronic Hyponatremia in Acute Heart Failure
Chronic Hyponatremia in Acute Heart Failure Overview This study aimed to comprehensively assess hyponatremia in patients with acute heart failure (AHF), focusing on its prevalence, associations, hospital course, and post-discharge outcomes. The research analyzed a cohort of 8,298 AHF patients from the European Society of Cardiology Heart Failure Long-Term Registry, regardless of
Eyelid Rhabdomyosarcoma Survival In Children’s Oncology
Eyelid Rhabdomyosarcoma Survival In Children's Oncology Overview Survival outcomes in Orbital Rhabdomyosarcoma (ORMS) typically show excellent results, especially in low-risk cases (stage 1, group I-III, embryonal RMS). However, long-term follow-up data on low-risk ORMS and less common subgroups treated in recent Children's Oncology Group (COG) trials were previously unreported. To fill this
Injured Athletes: A Meta-Analysis Comparing Topical And Oral Analgesic Efficacy
Injured Athletes: A Meta-Analysis Comparing Topical And Oral Analgesic Efficacy Overview Injured athletes often resort to analgesic medication for pain relief, employing both non-prescription topical and oral medications without comprehensive guidance. However, the efficacy of such pain medications in injured athletes, as compared to a placebo, has not been extensively studied. To
Acute Myeloid Leukemia And Diverse Patient Survival Outcomes
Acute Myeloid Leukemia And Diverse Patient Survival Outcomes Background Cancer remains a prominent global health concern, accounting for a significant number of cases and fatalities worldwide in 2020, with projections indicating further increases in both incidence and mortality rates, particularly in the United States. Hematologic malignancies (HMs) constitute a substantial subset of
ABA Billing: A Complete Guide for Medical Facilities
ABA Billing: A Complete Guide for Medical Facilities Recently, ABA therapy has emerged as a leading treatment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. For medical professionals and facilities that provide this essential treatment, understanding the intricacies of the billing process is vital to ensure on-time reimbursement, sustainable operations, and optimal care.
Sarcopenia And Chronic Kidney Disease
Sarcopenia And Chronic Kidney Disease Overview Sarcopenia and frailty are common conditions among people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), which may further enhance their risk of developing adverse health complications. Only a few studies have demonstrated the association between sarcopenia, frailty and chronic kidney disease in patients who are not on dialysis.
