In a nutshell This study evaluated the outcomes of invasive versus conservative strategies in patients older than 70 years with non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). The data showed that an initial invasive strategy was associated with a significantly lower risk of major cardiac and cerebrovascular events and unplanned revascularization...
Read MoreAnalyzing the effectiveness and safety of abatacept for rheumatoid arthritis
In a nutshell The study investigated the effectiveness and safety of abatacept (Orencia) for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The analysis concluded that abatacept gave better results to patients with RA compared to other biologic drugs. Some background RA is a common autoimmune disorder that affects the joints. This condition...
Read MoreEvaluating the effectiveness and safety of brentuximab vedotin plus nivolumab consolidation therapy after autologous hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation in patients with high-risk classic Hodgkin lymphoma.
In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of brentuximab vedotin (BV; Adcetris) plus nivolumab (Opdivo) consolidation therapy after autologous hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation (HSCT) in patients with high-risk relapsed or refractory (r/r) classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL). The data showed that the BV plus nivolumab combination...
Read MoreEvaluating the effectiveness and safety of platelet rich plasma for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections for the treatment of patients with mild and moderate erectile dysfunction (ED). The data showed that PRP was a safe and promising treatment for improving mild to moderate ED. Some background Erectile dysfunction (ED) consists of the inability to...
Read MoreEvaluating the effectiveness and safety of Quisqualis indica extract for the treatment of patients with lower urinary tract symptoms.
In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of Quisqualis indica (Rangoon creeper or Chinese honeysuckle; a type of plant) extract for the treatment of patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The data showed that Quisqualis indica extract was safe and effective for the treatment of these patients. Some background Benign...
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