Doctors are getting a hand from technology to spot skin cancer. There's a tool called optical coherence tomography (OCT) that's pretty handy, but not everyone knows how to use it right. That's where cumulative sum (CUSUM) analysis steps in. It's like a scorecard that tracks how well doctors are doin
Tiny robots, smaller than the width of a human hair, are no longer just a dream. They are real and have the power to change the world. But why aren't we seeing them everywhere yet? The journey of these micro and nanorobots started with a famous lecture and a sci-fi movie. Now, they are used in medic
In the world of medicine, there's a lot of information hidden in documents. New tech is trying to make sense of it all. These smart systems are like super-powered detectives. They look for connections between different pieces of information. But they're not perfect. Sometimes, they make things up. O
Recent findings from a major cancer conference have shed light on some surprising factors that can influence cancer survival rates. One of the most intriguing discoveries is the impact of lifestyle choices on a patient's prognosis. It turns out that what you do in your daily life can significantly a
Knee replacements can sometimes feel loose, causing pain and trouble for patients. Doctors use CT scans to check these implants, but current methods don't measure how loose they are. A new method uses CT scans taken while the knee is bent in different directions. This helps measure how much the impl
In a small hospital, doctors found something unusual in a 2-month-old girl. She had a large choledochal cyst. This is a rare problem where a cyst grows in the common bile duct. It's more common in girls, especially those from Asian backgrounds. These cysts happen because the pancreas and bile ducts
Antibiotics are powerful tools in medicine. They help fight infections. But using them too much can lead to resistance. This makes infections harder to treat. Antibiotic Stewardship Programs (ASPs) aim to use these drugs wisely. However, not all ASPs are created equal. Different places use different
In the world of science, tiny protein pieces called bioactive peptides (BPs) are making a big impact. They are used in many areas like food, medicine, and beauty products. But even though we know a lot about them, testing their effectiveness is still a challenge. These tiny heroes are made through
Heart health is a big deal, and doctors need good tools to spot problems early. One way they do this is by listening to heart sounds. But there's a catch: not all heart conditions are easy to find. This is especially true for coronary artery disease (CAD), which is underrepresented in current datase
In Iran, picking the right leaders for medical universities is a big deal. These leaders also run the health systems in their areas. So, it's important to get it right. But how do they choose them? And what skills should these leaders have? This piece looks at how Iran does it and compares it to oth
