Sports enthusiasts who undergo hip surgery for a condition called femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) may have better long-term results. This is according to a study that looked at patients who had hip arthroscopy (HA) and followed them for at least a decade. The study aimed to see if playing sports
Ewing sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that often affects young people. It's a tough disease to treat, and doctors have been trying to figure out how surgery plays a role in patient survival. A recent study tried to find out if following surgical guidelines improves the chances of survival for Ewin
Achilles tendon rupture is a serious injury that can lead to blood clots, known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). This is true whether the injury is fixed with surgery or not. A recent study looked into how often this happens and what factors might make it more likely. The study focused on people in
Imagine a tiny, invisible enemy invading pig cells. This enemy is called Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus, or PEDV for short. When it attacks, it causes serious problems like vomiting, diarrhea, and even death in young pigs. But how does it do this? PEDV messes with the powerhouses of the ce
First, let's talk about the liver. It's a pretty important organ, right? It helps filter out toxins and keeps our bodies running smoothly. But sometimes, it can get damaged. This can happen due to things like carbon tetrachloride, a nasty chemical that can cause serious liver injury. Enter Kehuang c
Hospital pharmacies are vital in healthcare, often mixing drugs to meet specific needs. This can be tough, especially when they use plastic containers meant for short-term use. The problem is, these containers might not be safe for long-term storage. They could release harmful chemicals into the dru
Breathing is something we do all the time, but did you know that how you breathe can change how your blood flows? A recent study took a close look at this. They wanted to see if different breathing patterns could affect blood flow right away in healthy adults. The study focused on two types of breat
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a significant health concern, and it's closely linked to how we live and what we eat. Diet plays a huge role in both preventing and managing MetS. Researchers wanted to see how the Korean Healthy Eating Index (KHEI) affects the connection between lifestyle habits and Met
Romania's public research institutes (PRIs) are under the microscope. Researchers have been digging into how the way these institutes are run affects their ability to turn ideas into businesses and patents. The focus is on the people at the top—the board of directors (BD) and their impact on knowled
Triage is the first step in emergency care. It's when medical staff decide who needs immediate attention. But mistakes happen. And when they do, patients might wait too long for help. This can make them sicker or even cause harm. The problem is, we usually only find out about these mistakes after th
