VIB scientists discover neuron-producing stem cells in the membranes covering the brain
In a cross-domain study directed by professor Peter Carmeliet (VIB - KU Leuven), researchers discovered unexpected cells in the protective membranes that enclose the brain, the so called meninges.... read more
Lean six methodology can cut health care-linked infections
Application of the Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodology can reduce the risk of health care-associated infections (HAI) among patients undergoing surgical procedures.... read more
Beta-blocker Therapy Seems to Boost Post-PCI Outcomes in Patients With ACS
Guidelines from the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association recommend using beta-blockers in patients with STEMI and NSTEMI, although studies looking at the effects of treatment have provided somewhat... read more
Study Examines Rates, Causes of ED Visits for Adverse Drug Events
The prevalence of emergency department (ED) visits for adverse drug events (ADEs) in the United States was estimated to be four per 1,000 individuals in 2013 and 2014, and the most common drug classes involved were anticoagulants,... read more
Devil in the details: Endotracheal tube depth
According to Napoleon, "the moment of greatest vulnerability is the instant immediately after victory." In airway management, this instant occurs immediately after placement of the endotracheal tube.... read more
Diabetes monitoring breathalyzer developed
A new hand-held breathalyzer that allows individuals to easily assess their blood glucose levels has been developed. The device informs the user bout diabetes risk and it differs from a medical device we reported on earlier... read more
Various Factors Linked to Dramatic Drop in Dementia Rates
Dementia rates have dropped dramatically over the last decade or so, according to a report published online November 21 in JAMA Internal Medicine.... read more
Zika: Researchers create powerful tool for vaccine, antiviral development
By stripping the Zika virus of structural genes, researchers create versions to help develop vaccines and therapeutics without using infectious virus. ... read more
New technique keeps donor lungs viable longer
A technique that allows lungs destined for transplants to be preserved longer works well, a new Canadian study finds.... read more
Pneumonia Rates Linked to Hospital Ventilators Have Not Dropped, Says Study
Contrary to data published by the CDC, a study led by a UConn Health researcher concluded that ventilator-associated pneumonia is still a significant risk to patients.... read more
Combined Data Show Superiority of LAMA/LABA in COPD
Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) experienced significantly fewer acute exacerbations when a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) was added to a long-acting beta agonist (LABA) than when an inhaled... read more
New Cytokine Approach is Synergistic With Checkpoint Inhibitors
Among the new agents currently being explored in clinical trials, NKTR-214 stands out as a new cytokine therapy approach that could show additive benefit when combined with checkpoint inhibitors. ... read more
Stem cell transplant in primates treats injured hearts
After undergoing a transient myocardial infarction (MI), primates injected with stem cells showed improved heart function.... read more
Wearable, Skin-Mounted Stethoscope Monitors Heartbeat
A new type of acoustic sensor that resembles a small Band-Aid on the skin can monitor heartbeat and other health measures.... read more
Fatty Acid Levels Could Help Predict Psychosis Risk
A novel probabilistic model that combines history, clinical assessment, and fatty-acid biomarkers could help predict transition to first-episode psychosis.... read more
Nonadherence to Meds Hurts NSTEMI Patients, Especially After PCI
Patients who were revascularized for a non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) did better if they adhered to their medications.... read more
Low Blood Glucose Levels In Hospitalized Patients Linked To Increased Mortality Risk
Mortality risk was higher in insulin-treated patients with moderate hypoglycemia (40-70 mg/dL), compared to patients without insulin treatment with similar glucose values.... read more
