In a nutshell This article reviewed treatment guidelines that have been recommended for patients with early-stage prostate cancer. Some background This analysis of existing treatment guidelines was done by the leading experts in prostate cancer research. They have made recommendations on the treatment of early-stage prostate cancer. Methods...
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2018 Guidelines for the treatment of Early Stage Prostate Cancer
In a nutshell This article reviewed treatment guidelines that have been recommended for patients with early-stage prostate cancer. Some background This analysis of existing treatment guidelines was done by the leading experts in prostate cancer research. They have made recommendations on the treatment of early-stage prostate cancer. Methods...
Read MoreGestational diabetes: Is it related to type 2 diabetes in the mother and obesity in the children?
In a nutshell This study investigated if gestational diabetes is associated with future diabetes issues in the mother after she gives birth, and if it is associated with obesity in the child she gave birth to. The study found that there was a higher risk in the mothers of future diabetes issues if she suffered from gestational diabetes during...
Read MoreHodgkin Lymphoma Above and Below the Diaphragm: Are The Outcomes Different?
In a nutshell This study investigated the development of Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) above and below the diaphragm. Patients with HL above the diaphragm had better survival and response to treatment. Some background HL is a type of cancer which affects the lymph nodes. HL may develop above or below the diaphragm (a muscle which helps you...
Read MoreCan a mirror help improve motor function after stroke?
In a nutshell This study looked at the effect of mirror therapy on improving motor deficits in patients with stroke. The authors concluded that mirror therapy may be effective at improving motor function in these patients. Some background Patients with a previous stroke regularly experience physical deficits. These include problems with...
Read MoreEvaluating the risk of genital infections with SGLT2 inhibitors for Type 2 diabetes
In a nutshell This study evaluated the risk of genital infections in patients with Type 2 diabetes (T2D) treated with SGLT2 (sodium-glucose cotransporter 2) inhibitors. This study concluded that this therapy was associated with a 3-fold higher risk of genital infections in these patients. Some background SGLT2 inhibitors help the kidneys remove...
Read MoreCan multivitamins and minerals reduce the risk of death in patients with coronary heart disease?
In a nutshell This study investigated if the use of multivitamin and mineral (MVM) reduces the risk of heart attack in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD). They found that MVM use reduced the risk of death in patients with CHD not taking statins (cholesterol-lowering drugs). Some background Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a condition that...
Read MoreManaging hypertension: recommendations from the experts
In a nutshell This study reviewed data on the management of hypertension and made recommendations. Some background Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a common condition that requires strict blood pressure (BP) control. Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to heart disease, stroke, and death. Hypertension can be treated using medication or by...
Read MoreEvaluating brentuximab vedotin in high-risk patients with relapsed or refractory HL
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness and safety of brentuximab vedotin (Adcetris) in patients with relapsed (cancer recurrence) or refractory (does not respond to treatment) Hodgkin’s lymphoma (HL). This study concluded that brentuximab vedotin was effective and well-tolerated in these high-risk patients. Some background The...
Read MoreDoes salt intake affect the frequency of urination and nocturia?
In a nutshell This study investigated if salt intake has an effect on the frequency of urination during the day and nocturia. They found that high salt intake increases the frequency of urination and nocturia. Some background Managing salt intake is important for general good health. There is evidence to suggest that salt intake can affect lower...
Read MoreIs nocturia more bothersome than daytime urinary symptoms?
In a nutshell This study examined the differences in quality of life for patients with nocturia compared to those with daytime urinary symptoms only. This study found that patients with nocturia had a lower quality of life than patients with daytime symptoms only. Some background People diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH; non-cancerous...
Read MoreIs nocturia more bothersome than daytime urinary symptoms?
In a nutshell This study examined the differences in quality of life for patients with nocturia compared to those with daytime urinary symptoms only. This study found that patients with nocturia had a lower quality of life than patients with daytime symptoms only. Some background People diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH; non-cancerous...
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