In a nutshell This study investigated complications associated with reduced-intensity EPOCH-R (etoposide, prednisone, vincristine, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, rituximab) therapy for patients with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL). This study concluded that this treatment was associated with high rates of drug delivery complications. Some background...
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Lymphocyte count reduction is associated with better rectal cancer outcomes
In a nutshell This study investigated the relationship between lymphocyte (a type of white blood cells) counts and treatment outcomes for patients with rectal cancer. Researchers suggested that lymphocyte count reduction may be caused by rectal cancer treatment and is associated with better tumor response. Some background Colorectal cancer is the...
Read MoreIntense physical exercise therapy improves symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of exercise therapy to treat the symptoms of patients with Parkinson disease. Researchers suggested that exercise therapy improved the symptoms of these patients in a short-term period. Some background Parkinson disease is a progressive disease that affects brain cells. It causes impaired movements and...
Read MoreAnti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) drugs for diabetic eye disease
In a nutshell The aim of this study was to evaluate anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) drugs for diabetic macular oedema. The main finding of the study was that these drugs prevent loss of sight and improve vision in these patients. Some background Patients with diabetes are at risk of developing an eye disease called...
Read MoreDiastolic blood pressure can predict the size of plaque in heart blood vessels
In a nutshell The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between blood pressure and plaque size in coronary (heart) blood vessels. The main finding of the study was that diastolic (the second number in the blood pressure reading) blood pressure can predict the size of the coronary plaque. Some background High blood pressure is a major...
Read MoreCan the DASH diet decrease the risk of stroke?
In a nutshell This study aimed to see if the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) could reduce the risk of stroke. The main finding of the study was that adherence to the DASH decreased the risk of stroke. Some background The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet was developed in 1997. It consists of 8 components: high...
Read MoreCan the DASH diet decrease the risk of stroke?
In a nutshell This study aimed to see if the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) could reduce the risk of stroke. The main finding of the study was that adherence to the DASH decreased the risk of stroke. Some background The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet was developed in 1997. It consists of 8 components: high...
Read MoreBrigatinib versus Crizotinib in ALK-Positive Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer.
In a nutshell This study wanted to find out if the medication brigatinib (Alunbrig) is better than crizotinib (Xalkori) in treating patients with lung cancer. The study found that survival was significantly longer in patients who were treated with brigatinib compared to those treated with crizotinib. Some background Brigatinib and crizotinib are a...
Read MoreWhat are the effects of lenalidomide, doxorubicin, vinblastine and dacarbazine in Hodgkin lymphoma?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of adding lenalidomide (Revlimid) to doxorubicin (Adriamycin), vinblastine (Velban), and dacarbazine (DTIC-Dome) treatment for older patients with Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). The main finding was that this combination is effective but severe side-effects may be experienced. Some background HL is a cancer...
Read MoreRisk factors for developing urinary incontinence after Holmium Laser Enucleation
In a nutshell This study looked at factors which may cause incontinence after laser breakdown of prostate tissue. It concluded that pre-existing incontinence or weak urinary muscles could cause incontinence after the laser procedure. Some background Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate...
Read MoreLong term treatment of stress urinary incontinence with vaginal slings
In a nutshell This study looked at the long term safety and effectiveness of vaginal slings to treat stress urinary incontinence (SUI). It concluded that this procedure is effective for SUI long term but has a raised complication rate. Some background Stress incontinence is urine leakage when there is pressure on the bladder. It is often...
Read MoreSafety and effectiveness of artificial urinary sphincters
In a nutshell This study looked at the safety and effectiveness of artificial urinary sphincters (AUS) in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) after prostate surgery. It concluded that AUS is an effective SUI treatment after prostate surgery. Some background Stress incontinence is urine leakage when there is pressure on the...
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