Two surgical methods, one-hole split endoscopy (OSE) and unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE), are being compared to see which is better for treating lumbar degenerative disease. This comparison is important for doctors to make informed decisions about which method to use. Lumbar degenerativ
There's a new player in the fight against some of the most aggressive forms of uterine cancer. Uterine serous carcinoma and carcinosarcoma are known for being tough to treat and having poor survival rates. These cancers are types of endometrial cancer, which starts in the lining of the uterus. Docto
People with HIV-1 often face lung infections. Many germs can cause these infections. But, how these germs affect the health of these people is not well understood. A study followed a group of people with HIV-1 and lung infections for 180 days. The goal was to see if certain germs made their heal
Two big trials are underway to test a new drug called oral semaglutide. These trials, known as Evoke and Evoke+, are in their third phase and are looking at how safe and effective this drug is for people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. Why is this important? Well, Alzheimer's is a t
Lung cancer is a tricky disease, and one type, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), can be even trickier. Why? Because it can have different mutations, and these mutations can affect how well treatments work. Two of these mutations are called KRAS G12C and KRAS G12D. They are not the same and can beh
Systemic sclerosis, or SSc, is a complex autoimmune disease that affects the skin and internal organs. One of the key concerns for patients with SSc is frailty, a condition where the body's ability to respond to stress is weakened. This makes patients more vulnerable to serious health issues during
Ever wondered why shoulder injuries can be such a pain? Let's dive into the shoulder's intricate design and how it moves. The shoulder is a complex system of bones, ligaments, and muscles that work together to allow the arm to move smoothly. The acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) is a key player in this
Depression is a common issue for people on hemodialysis. It's a big problem that can make life even harder for those already dealing with serious health issues. Exercise has been shown to help with depression in many different groups of people. But what about those on hemodialysis? How much exerc
Heart attacks, or acute myocardial infarctions (AMI), often lead to heart failure (HF). For years, doctors have used ACE inhibitors to help manage HF. These drugs target the RAAS system, which plays a big role in blood pressure and fluid balance. Recently, a new drug called sacubitril/valsartan (S/V
Let's talk about pigs, but not the ones on farms. We're talking about the ones living in our homes as pets. You might be surprised to learn that most of the health data we have for pigs doesn't really apply to these companion pigs. This is because the data comes from farm pigs, which can be quite di
