NIV with total face mask managed acute respiratory failure in two patients with Madelung's disease and COVID-19 pneumonia
Non-invasive ventilation may help patients with Madelung's disease and respiratory failure
This case series describes non-invasive ventilation using a total face mask in two patients with Madelung's disease who experienced acute re…
A small case series suggests non-invasive ventilation can manage acute respiratory failure in patients with Madelung's disease, though more …
SLE linked to 53% higher odds of cognitive impairment in meta-analysis of 7 million
Lupus linked to higher risk of cognitive decline
This meta-analysis of 7 observational studies involving over 7 million participants found that systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is signifi…
People with lupus may face 53% higher odds of cognitive impairment, a large analysis finds.
Systematic review shows intralesional vitamin D reduces steroid risks for keloid patients
Triamcinolone works better for keloids, but vitamin D spares skin damage
A meta-analysis of four trials found intralesional triamcinolone acetonide superior for scar improvement versus vitamin D. However, vitamin …
Triamcinolone acetonide improves keloid scars more than vitamin D, yet vitamin D lowers risks of skin thinning and color changes.
ICU nurses in China report femoral vein as the preferred site for temporary hemodialysis catheter removal
ICU nurses in China mostly agree on removing kidney catheters when they are no longer needed
This multicenter cross-sectional study surveyed 704 ICU nurses across 30 provinces in China regarding temporary hemodialysis catheter remova…
A survey of 704 nurses shows most remove temporary kidney catheters when treatment ends, but bleeding risk often keeps them in place longer.
AI-driven cardiovascular risk prediction in type 2 diabetes shows promise but bias and lack of diversity limit clinical use
New machine learning tools show promise but need better testing for diverse patients with diabetes
This narrative review examines machine learning models for cardiovascular risk prediction in type 2 diabetes. Neural networks showed superio…
Artificial intelligence can predict heart risks for people with type 2 diabetes better than current methods. However, these new tools often …
Combination voriconazole and micafungin improved a boy with CGD and invasive Aspergillus lentulus infection
Combination antifungals helped a boy with rare lung infection before transplant
This guideline discusses a case report of a boy with chronic granulomatous disease and invasive pulmonary Aspergillus lentulus infection. Th…
A boy with chronic granulomatous disease improved on two antifungal drugs before a pending stem cell transplant.
Subcutaneous anifrolumab improves BICLA response by 15.5% in moderate to severe SLE
Anifrolumab injection improves lupus outcomes in trial
This phase 3 RCT in 367 adults with moderate to severe SLE found that subcutaneous anifrolumab 120 mg weekly plus standard therapy improved …
A weekly injection of anifrolumab helped more people with lupus achieve disease control than placebo, a phase 3 trial shows.
Tubulointerstitial inflammation and fibrosis predict renal function decline in adult lupus nephritis patients across multiple studies
Kidney damage in lupus is linked to specific tissue changes seen in scans
A systematic review of 3,607 adult patients reveals that tubulointerstitial inflammation and fibrosis significantly increase the risk of ren…
A large review found that kidney tissue changes called tubulointerstitial inflammation and fibrosis raise the risk of kidney failure in lupu…
Microbiota-targeted interventions for elderly-onset rheumatoid arthritis remain an area requiring further investigation
New review looks at gut health fixes for older adults with rheumatoid arthritis
This narrative review examines microbiota-targeted interventions, including dietary modifications, nutraceuticals, and fecal microbiota tran…
A new narrative review explores how changing gut bacteria might help older adults manage rheumatoid arthritis symptoms.
Integrated care combining antiangiogenic bridging and ischemia-directed therapies supports long-term success in neovascular glaucoma management
Integrated care offers long-term success for neovascular glaucoma
This narrative review addresses neovascular glaucoma management in patients with retinal ischemia. The authors argue that long-term success …
A review suggests combining antiangiogenic bridging with ischemia management and surgery may help patients with neovascular glaucoma achieve…
Chromoblastomycosis diagnosis is often delayed in immunocompromised patients with atypical clinical manifestations
Chromoblastomycosis diagnosis often delayed in immunocompromised patients
This case report and literature review examines Chromoblastomycosis in an immunocompromised female. The authors highlight that diagnosis is …
A single case report suggests immunocompromised women may face delayed diagnosis and slower recovery from Chromoblastomycosis, highlighting …
Network meta-analysis of exercise interventions for COPD rehabilitation
Two specific exercises improved lung function and quality of life in COPD patients
This systematic review and network meta-analysis synthesized evidence on single exercise interventions for patients with chronic obstructive…
A large review found that water-based Liuzijue and Yijinjing exercises offered the biggest gains for lung function and daily life in people …