Network meta-analysis of nurse-implementable sedation strategies in mechanically ventilated adults
Nurse-led sedation strategies improve outcomes for ventilated ICU patients
This systematic review and network meta-analysis of 39 randomized trials synthesized evidence on nurse-implementable sedation strategies for…
Two nurse-led sedation strategies helped ventilated ICU patients spend more days off the ventilator, a large analysis finds.
Case report on ribbon sign in NIID diagnosis with coincidental intracranial stenosis
Ribbon sign on brain scan points to rare disease in woman
This case report describes a 64-year-old woman with neuronal intranuclear inclusion disease and coincidental intracranial atherosclerotic st…
A 64-year-old woman with puzzling symptoms had a telltale ribbon sign on her brain MRI, pointing to a rare disease even when genetic tests c…
Narrative review on non-infectious uveitis and scleritis treatment gaps
A review highlights gaps in research for non-infectious uveitis and scleritis
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on non-infectious uveitis and scleritis. It identifies areas of gaps in research as a key limitat…
A review points out missing information about treatments for non-infectious uveitis and scleritis, leaving patients and doctors without clea…
Guideline summarizes evidence on nebulization management for nasal high-flow oxygen therapy
Guidelines find best practices for nebulization with nasal high-flow oxygen
This guideline synthesizes 13 evidence sources on managing nebulization for adults on nasal high-flow oxygen. It compiles current best pract…
New guidance outlines how to manage nebulization for adults on nasal high-flow oxygen, based on a review of current evidence and expert cons…
Case report on acupuncture for diminished ovarian reserve and recurrent IVF failure
Acupuncture helps woman with low ovarian reserve get pregnant
This is a single case report describing acupuncture as adjunctive therapy for a patient with diminished ovarian reserve and recurrent IVF fa…
After three months of acupuncture, a 38-year-old with low ovarian reserve and failed IVF became pregnant. Hormones and egg count also improv…
Meta-analysis shows VR reduces pain in adult ICU patients receiving conventional care
Virtual reality headsets lower pain scores for adults in the ICU
This meta-analysis and systematic review evaluated virtual reality technology in adult ICU patients. The analysis pooled data from 979 patie…
A review of five studies found that virtual reality headsets with nature scenes significantly reduced pain scores for adults in the ICU.
Case report of high-dose ceftazidime in an 84-year-old man with skull base osteomyelitis and type 1 diabetes
High-dose antibiotic shows partial skull base infection resolution
This case report describes an 84-year-old man with type 1 diabetes, vascular comorbidity, and advanced frailty treated for skull base osteom…
An 84-year-old man with diabetes and a rare skull infection saw some improvement with a long antibiotic course, but his condition remained c…
Narrative review offers practical guidance for diagnosing and managing emergency rheumatic disease in children
Guidance for managing emergency rheumatic disease in childhood
This narrative review addresses the diagnosis and management of emergency rheumatic disease in the pediatric population. The authors provide…
This narrative review offers practical guidance for diagnosing and managing emergency rheumatic disease in children within pediatric rheumat…
Review of 16 cases shows 25% mortality for pulmonary mucormycosis in DKA patients treated with amphotericin B
Treatment for rare lung infection kills one in four patients with diabetic ketoacidosis
This case report and literature review synthesizes data from 16 patients with diabetic ketoacidosis complicated by invasive pulmonary mucorm…
A review of 16 patients found that one in four died from this rare lung infection. Early diagnosis and surgery are key.
Case report and literature review on IgG4-related disease misdiagnosed as pancreatic cancer in a 70-year-old male
A 70-year-old man avoided unnecessary surgery after doctors found a treatable autoimmune condition
This case report and literature review examines a 70-year-old male patient with IgG4-related autoimmune pancreatitis initially suspected as …
A 70-year-old man with a pancreatic mass was found to have a treatable autoimmune disease, sparing him from unnecessary surgery.
Systematic Review of Schisandra chinensis for Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease
Ancient herb shows promise for fatty liver disease
This systematic review summarizes preclinical evidence on Schisandra chinensis Fructus (SCF) and its metabolites for metabolic dysfunction-a…
A systematic review finds Schisandra chinensis may protect the liver and reduce fat buildup, but evidence is still early.
Meta-analysis of ROP treatments finds anti-VEGF linked to less myopia than laser or surgery
Anti-VEGF Treatment Leads To Better Vision Outcomes For Premature Babies
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 10,269 eyes found anti-VEGF treatment for retinopathy of prematurity was associated with the lea…
New research shows that anti-VEGF injections lead to better long-term vision for premature babies than laser or freezing methods.