In a nutshell This study compared the long-term outcomes of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) using everolimus (Afinitor)-eluting stents (Xience) versus coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in patients with multivessel coronary artery disease (CAD). The data showed that both treatments were associated with a similar risk of heart attack, stroke,...
Read MoreComparing the effects of acupuncture combined with metformin versus metformin alone on pregnancy rate in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
In a nutshell This study evaluated the effects of acupuncture combined with metformin (Glucophage) versus metformin alone on pregnancy rate in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The data showed that acupuncture combined with metformin improved the pregnancy rate, ovulation rate, and insulin resistance compared with metformin treatment alone in...
Read MoreWhich sequence of treatment should be given first- immunotherapy or targeted therapy for patients with BRAF-mutated metastatic melanoma?
In a nutshell This study evaluated which sequence of treatment should be given first – immunotherapy or targeted therapy – for the most clinical benefit in patients with BRAF-mutated metastatic melanoma. The data showed that immunotherapy followed by targeted therapy significantly improved survival outcomes in these patients. Some background...
Read MoreEvaluating the effectiveness and safety outcomes of atezolizumab given before surgery in patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety outcomes of atezolizumab (Tecentriq) given before surgery for the treatment of patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The data showed that atezolizumab given before surgery was safe and effective for patients with NSCLC. Some background Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)...
Read MoreEvaluating the effectiveness and safety of high-dose rosuvastatin combined with telmisartan or amlodipine on glucose metabolism in hypertensive patients with impaired fasting glucose.
In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of high-dose rosuvastatin (Crestor) combined with telmisartan (Micardis) or amlodipine (Norvasc) on glucose metabolism in patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), hypertension (high blood pressure), and impaired fasting glucose (IFG or prediabetes). The...
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