Drugs don't always stop cancer cells from growing, but they often mess with their metabolism. Scientists used a high-tech method, called metabolomics, to see how 1, 520 drugs affected 2, 269 potential metabolites in A549 lung cancer cells. Even though only 26% of the drugs slowed down cell growth, a
Imagine trying to see what's happening inside a child's kidneys. Traditional scans can be tricky, but combining a special way of injecting contrast dye with a super cool scanning technology called dual-energy CT (DECT) is making a big difference. This method, known as split-bolus contrast injection,
Imagine if vaccines could be tailor-made to fight your specific cancer. That's exactly what researchers at Mayo Clinic are working on. Dr. Keith Knutson explains that these personalized lung cancer vaccines are not out of a sci-fi movie but a reality in medicine. Here’s how it works: scientists ana
Spirituality has been hinted to boost patient outcomes, although it hasn't been thoroughly tested in clinical trials yet. Imagine this: a condition like hypertension, a leading cause of heart disease globally, might be influenced by something other than medications. Enter the FEEL Trial, which delve
Did you know that the shape of your aortic arch can impact the success of a heart valve replacement? This is particularly important for a procedure called transfemoral TAVR, where doctors replace a faulty heart valve through the femoral artery. Until now, no one had really looked into how the shape
Eating disorders are becoming a big problem for teens, with serious health issues coming along for the ride. That's why it's crucial to look into the treatments out there and see how they work. While adults and teens share some similarities when it comes to eating disorders, treating teens requires
Thirty years ago, the International Journal of Clinical Oncology (IJCO) kicked off its mission to advance the field. This milestone is not just about looking back at the journey but also about setting new goals for the future. IJCO has been a key player in spreading knowledge about cancer treatments
Psychedelics have been part of human culture for centuries, with strong links to spiritual practices. Now, scientists are exploring their potential to heal mental health issues like PTSD, depression, and anxiety. These drugs work by changing how brain areas communicate with each other, making the br
Let's chat about a little-known genetic disorder called classical homocystinuria (HCU). It's a rare condition that messes with how your body handles two key substances, homocysteine and methionine. These usually help build proteins, but in people with HCU, their levels go sky-high. Now, you might th
Imagine you're a doctor or a researcher. Soon, you might be using predictive algorithms to make better decisions for your patients. These tools, often developed using real-world data, can help with everything from giving patients a clearer picture of their future health to making clinical trials mor
