Infections, Rather Than Inflammation or Autoimmune Disease, Associated With Dementia Development
A nationwide study conducted in Denmark found an association between dementia incidence and previous exposure to infection, but the potential impacts of systemic inflammation or autoimmune diseases on dementia incidence were not as clear.
Expert Panel Addresses Prostate Cancer Misconceptions, Importance of Screening
Panelists from the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Urological Association spread awareness about the realities of prostate cancer, the importance of screening, and ways for men to approach their health concerns and prevention.
Combining Surgery and Biologic Therapy Improves Outcomes in Patients With CRSwNP
Combination endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) and biological therapy significantly decreased polyp burden in refractory chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP) compared with biologic therapy alone
Study Validates PSA-Based Recurrence Definitions for Prostate Cancer Prognostication
Researchers determined that the Huber et al. criteria regarding prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels may more accurately predict the need for additional treatment or the possibility of treatment failure compared with other PSA-based definitions.
Free Myeloperoxidase Levels Show Promise for Predicting Risk of Cardiovascular, All-Cause Mortality
New research suggests that measuring the inflammatory marker myeloperoxidase (MPO) may be an effective strategy for the prediction of patients' risk of mortality in a myriad of cardiac—and potentially non-cardiac—diseases.
Standard Uptake Value Index May Aid in Diagnosis of Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is an inflammatory disease often misdiagnosed as certain cancers, among other diseases. Researchers have recently made progress to better diagnose PMR using a standard uptake value index based on fluorodeoxyglucose with positron-emission tomography/computed tomography.
Nirmatrelvir-Ritonavir Reduces Risk of COVID-19 Hospitalization, Death, Study Finds
The body of research on nirmatrelvir-ritonavir demonstrates a plethora of benefits in the treatment of COVID-19, and authors of a recent study identified more advantages to administering the treatment to patients with COVID-19.
Overall Survival in Advanced NSCLC Unaffected by Immunotherapy Duration Beyond 2 Years
Researchers seeking answers regarding the most beneficial duration of immune checkpoint inhibitor–based therapy for non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) found no significant impact of indefinite-duration treatment on patient survival.
Perceived Necessity vs Implementation of Psychological Support for Patients With RA in Japan
Patient-centered care (PCC) is a major part of a patient’s daily life that addresses their psychological needs, among other needs and preferences. Quality PCC has been recognized as important in clinical practice; however, implementation rates remain comparatively low.