New APS criteria show higher specificity but lower sensitivity
New Guidelines Catch More Lupus-Linked Clotting Cases, But Miss Some
A network meta-analysis finds the 2023 ACR/EULAR criteria for antiphospholipid syndrome offer superior specificity but reduced sensitivity c…
A major comparison of three sets of antiphospholipid syndrome criteria reveals that the newest 2023 rules are far more precise, but the 2006…
Meta-analysis shows intraovarian PRP improves ovarian markers but pregnancy rates remain unchanged in women with poor reserve
Platelet-rich plasma improves ovarian markers but not pregnancy rates yet
A meta-analysis of 422 women found intraovarian platelet-rich plasma increased antral follicle counts and hormonal markers. However, pregnan…
New analysis shows platelet-rich plasma improves ovarian markers but does not yet boost pregnancy rates for women with low egg supply.
Meta-analysis finds Type 2 diabetes linked to poorer survival in solid tumor patients on immune checkpoint inhibitors
Patients with diabetes may face worse survival outcomes when treated with certain cancer drugs compared to those without diabetes
This meta-analysis of 1,225 participants with solid tumors treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors found that Type 2 diabetes was associat…
A large review found that people with type 2 diabetes had lower survival rates when using specific cancer medicines. This link was strong in…
Systematic review of 88 observational studies on missing data reporting in T2DM-MCI research
Missing Data in Diabetes Studies Could Skew Brain Health Results
This systematic review analyzed 88 observational studies related to Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with Mild Cognitive Impairment. Only 22.7% of s…
A review of 88 studies on diabetes and mild cognitive impairment found that only 1 in 5 properly reported missing data, which could lead to …
Meta-analysis finds very uncertain evidence for CO therapy in wound healing
Carbon Dioxide Therapy May Help Stubborn Wounds Heal Faster
This meta-analysis of 127 wounds/participants evaluated highly concentrated carbon dioxide therapy for diabetic foot ulcers and pressure inj…
A new review suggests highly concentrated carbon dioxide therapy may help chronic wounds heal better, but the evidence is still early.
Meta-analysis finds vitamin D supplementation does not significantly affect ovarian reserve markers in women
Vitamin D Supplements Won't Boost Your Fertility After All
This meta-analysis of 992 women of reproductive age found no significant overall effect of vitamin D supplementation on serum AMH levels. Su…
If you are taking vitamin D hoping it will improve your egg count, a new analysis of 11 trials suggests the supplements likely do not change…
Narrative review explores nesfatin-1 in infertility, pregnancy, and lactation
Nesfatin-1 May Explain Infertility, Pregnancy Problems, and Milk Supply
This narrative review examines the role of nesfatin-1 in infertility, pregnancy complications, and lactation. The authors find heterogeneous…
A body chemical called nesfatin-1 may tie together stress, metabolism, and fertility, offering clues for infertility, pregnancy problems, an…
Scoping review on androgen pathways and therapy in adult sepsis and septic shock
Sepsis Patients With Low Testosterone Face Higher Death Risks
This systematic scoping review synthesizes evidence on testosterone levels and androgen-based interventions in adult sepsis or septic shock.…
• Low testosterone strongly links to severe sepsis and death • Helps doctors spot high-risk ICU patients faster • Hormone therapy failed to …
Case report suggests hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome may trigger secondary hyperparathyroidism
Kidney Failure Causes Hormone Surge in Rare Virus Recovery
This case report describes a patient with hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome in whom secondary hyperparathyroidism was suspected to be tr…
A rare virus causing sudden kidney failure may unexpectedly spike hormone levels during recovery, revealing a hidden complication doctors ra…
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Subcutaneous CGM in Elective Surgery
New sensors catch low blood sugar missed by standard checks during surgery
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 557 adults undergoing elective surgery found that subcutaneous continuous glucose monitoring (CG…
New glucose sensors catch dangerous low blood sugar drops during surgery that standard checks completely miss, helping doctors keep patients…
Bayesian network meta-analysis compares tirzepatide, liraglutide, and semaglutide for weight reduction in adults without diabetes
New Weight Loss Drug Beats Popular Options in Head-to-Head Comparison
This Bayesian network meta-analysis synthesized evidence from 42 randomized controlled trials, six of which were included in the network, to…
A newer weight loss drug helped people drop nearly 14 percent of their body weight, beating two popular options in a major comparison.
Review of environmental endocrine stressors and their effects on hormone systems
Your Phone Screen and Noise Could Be Messing With Your Hormones
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on non-chemical and chemical environmental endocrine disruptors. It concludes these stressors can…
Your phone, street noise, and even your bedroom light may be quietly disrupting your hormones in ways scientists are only now understanding.