Gray matter volume reductions occur in multiple extrahippocampal regions across temporal lobe epilepsy subtypes
Brain Imaging Reveals Distinct Patterns in Temporal Lobe Epilepsy
This meta-analysis and observational study identifies specific gray matter volume (GMV) alterations in patients with temporal lobe epilepsy.…
New research identifies specific patterns of brain tissue changes in different types of temporal lobe epilepsy, helping map how the conditio…
Cone Beam Computed Tomography shows moderate diagnostic accuracy for detecting low bone mineral density
New imaging scans show moderate accuracy for detecting low bone density
This meta-analysis of 13 studies evaluated the diagnostic accuracy of Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) compared to Dual-Energy X-Ray Abs…
A new type of scan called CBCT shows promise in identifying low bone density, though it is not yet a standard tool.
Fork-tip and Franseen needles provide higher diagnostic accuracy for autoimmune pancreatitis than reverse/forward-bevel needles
Specific Needle Types Improve Diagnosis of Autoimmune Pancreatitis
This meta-analysis of 732 patients evaluates the diagnostic accuracy of EUS-FNB in autoimmune pancreatitis. Findings indicate that Fork-tip …
Certain needle types in endoscopic ultrasounds show higher accuracy for diagnosing autoimmune pancreatitis, helping doctors get clearer resu…
AI-guided bowel preparation reduces laxative volume from 1586.2 mL to 1245.5 mL in colonoscopy patients
AI guidance helps patients drink less liquid before colonoscopy
This randomized controlled trial of 513 patients found that AI-guided bowel preparation significantly reduced the volume of cleansing soluti…
A new trial shows that AI-guided prep can reduce the amount of laxative fluid patients must drink while keeping cleaning quality high.
Frontolimbic system structural and functional dysregulation characterizes neurobiological basis of borderline personality disorder
Brain Imaging Reveals Structural Changes in Borderline Personality Disorder
This meta-analysis of 26 studies examines neuroimaging findings, including DTI, sMRI, fMRI, and rs-fMRI, in patients with borderline persona…
New research highlights how structural and functional changes in the brain's frontolimbic system relate to emotion regulation in BPD patient…
AI-oximetry models show 91.1% sensitivity and 88.4% specificity for obstructive sleep apnea diagnosis
AI models show high accuracy in diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea
This meta-analysis of 23,171 patients evaluated AI models trained on pulse oximetry readings for diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). T…
New analysis shows AI tools using pulse oximetry can accurately identify sleep apnea, offering a faster way to screen patients in clinics.
CorPath GRX robotic system achieves 87% technical success rate in cerebral aneurysm procedures
Robotic systems show success in treating brain aneurysms
This meta-analysis of single-arm studies evaluates the CorPath GRX robotic system for cerebral aneurysm embolization and diagnostic angiogra…
A robotic system shows a high technical success rate for treating brain aneurysms, though more large-scale studies are needed to confirm its…
Lifestyle modifications significantly reduce intrapancreatic fat deposition across 23 studies
Lifestyle Changes Help Reduce Fat Build Up in the Pancreas
This meta-analysis of 23 studies indicates that lifestyle interventions, including diet and exercise, significantly reduce intrapancreatic f…
Combining diet and exercise may help reduce fat buildup in the pancreas, which could help manage certain endocrine and pancreatic diseases.
Compulsive sexual behavior linked to brain abnormalities in reward and control networks
Brain scans reveal specific areas linked to compulsive sexual behavior
This meta-analysis of neuroimaging studies in compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD) identifies consistent abnormalities in the hippocam…
New brain mapping shows how specific regions in the brain relate to impulse control and anxiety in people with compulsive sexual behaviors.
AI burn depth assessment shows variable sensitivity and specificity across multiple imaging modalities
Trial Shows AI May Help Assess Burn Depth Accuracy
This meta-analysis of 4,897 observations evaluates the diagnostic accuracy of AI for assessing burn depth. While exploratory estimates show …
New analysis shows artificial intelligence can help identify how deep a burn goes, though more data is needed before it is ready for clinica…
Microplastics significantly enrich high-risk antibiotic resistance genes in aquatic environments across multiple studies
Microplastics in water significantly increase high risk antibiotic resistance genes
This meta-analysis of 92 molecular fingerprints examines the influence of environmental factors and microplastic properties on high-risk ant…
New research shows that microplastics in our waterways act as magnets for genes that make bacteria resistant to antibiotics.
dlPFC subregions show distinct activation patterns across acute pain, chronic pain, and placebo analgesia
Brain Mapping Identifies Specific Areas Involved in Pain Processing
This meta-analysis of neuroimaging studies involving over 4000 participants maps dlPFC subregions engaged during various pain modalities. Th…
New mapping shows that different types of pain and relief share similar brain patterns, helping scientists target specific areas to manage d…