In a nutshell This study reviewed symptoms of urinary dysfunction as early predictors of neurological disorders. Researchers concluded that an increased awareness of the signs and symptoms which require further neurological evaluation is needed. Some background Urinary symptoms may have various causes, including neurological disorders of the...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed evidence on acupuncture as an alternative treatment option for overactive bladders. The authors concluded that early findings on acupuncture treatment are promising, but additional high-quality evidence is needed. Some background An overactive bladder is a common cause of urinary incontinence. First-line drug...
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In a nutshell This review outlined recent advances in penile implants. The authors concluded that penile implants are a safe and effective treatment option for men with erectile dysfunction. Some background Penile implants have developed remarkably over the years. Advances in design have led to devices being more durable, safer and more...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to see whether combining postoperative radiotherapy (PORT) with adjuvant (following surgery) chemotherapy would be effective in patients with N2 (spread to lymph nodes around the lung) non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The researchers concluded that using PORT in combination with chemotherapy increased overall survival...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether kisspeptin-54 could be used to increase egg yield in women undergoing IVF and at risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndome (OHSS). This study concluded that kisspeptin-54 effectively triggered ovulation with a low risk of OHSS. Some background Fertility drugs are drugs used to stimulate ovulation (when...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study assessed whether males with normal sperm but poor sperm motility on the day of insemination had higher pregnancy rates than males with diagnosed infertility. The study concluded that even if sperm motility was low on the date of insemination, males who previously had normal sperm had better pregnancy rates. Some background...
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In a nutshell In this study, the authors discussed several evidence-based treatment guidelines for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). These guidelines were meant to serve as a tool for clinicians to decide treatment options for patients. Some background In RA, the immune system begins attacking healthy tissues the way it normally attacks...
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In a nutshell This study determined the benefit of combined hormone-chemotherapy in the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that combination therapy resulted in significantly longer overall survival. Some background Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is a type of hormone therapy that targets androgens, the male sex...
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In a nutshell This study evaluated how different surgical procedures used to treat enlarged prostates can affect sexual function. While sexual dysfunction is common after most surgical procedures, researchers concluded that some procedures are better than others in preserving sexual function. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)...
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In a nutshell The authors aimed to determine the effect of toremifene (Fareston) and raloxifene (Evista) when added to hormone therapy in prostate cancer patients who had not received previous treatments. The authors concluded that toremifene and hormone therapy significantly improved the rate of biochemical recurrence (BCR, a rise in prostate...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the possible association between hypoglycemia and coronary artery disease (CAD). The study also examined whether this association is greater in those who are already at a higher risk of CAD. The study concluded that hypoglycemia might not be a CAD risk factor for the majority of patients but it is associated with CAD...
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In a nutshell This study examined the associations between physical activity, fitness and cardiometabolic risk factors in type 2 diabetics. Some background Patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD). CVD is the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels which can lead to heart failure or...
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