Recorded on July 12, 2015 Jeri Kim, MD Associate Professor, Department of Geritourinary Medicine The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Sumit K. Subudhi, MD, PhD Assistant Professor, Department of Geritourinary Oncology The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Zita Dubauskas Lim, PA...
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In a nutshell The authors aimed to determine whether anemia could negatively affect survival from breast cancer. Some background Anemia is described as a lack of hemoglobin; this is the iron found in our blood. Iron in the blood has several functions, including the transport of oxygen. Anemia can be commonly associated with cancer and is thought...
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In a nutshell This report published by the Ethics Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine discusses the reproductive options available to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected patients. Some background Approximately one third of HIV-infected individuals express a desire to have children. However, these individuals also...
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In a nutshell This paper studied the impact of a Tai Chi Chuan cardiac rehabilitation program for patients recovering from a recent heart attack. Some background After a heart attack, many patients have reduced heart function and reduced ability to exercise. Rehabilitation after a heart attack includes physical exercise to increase heart...
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In a nutshell This paper studied the effectiveness and safety of allisartan isoproxil in patients with high blood pressure. Some background Hypertension refers to high blood pressure. This can lead to serious complications over time such as heart disease and damage to kidneys. One type of treatment for hypertension involves blocking the action...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether long-term treatment with liraglutide (Victoza) can improve kidney function and reduce blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes. Some background Patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have a high risk of developing diabetic kidney disease. High blood glucose levels can increase kidney...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether obstructive sleep apnea occurring during a deep sleep can influence long-term control of blood glucose levels. Some background Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition in which the muscles in the back of the throat relax while sleeping. This results in the breathing repeatedly starting and...
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In a nutshell The authors determined the relationship between hypertriglyceridemia (high levels of a specific fat in the blood) and biochemical recurrence in prostate cancer patients following prostate surgery. Some background Prostate surgery is a common treatment for prostate cancer involving surgical removal of the prostate...
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In a nutshell The authors determined whether immune cell levels influenced overall survival (patients still alive following treatment) in prostate cancer patients following radiotherapy. Some background Radiotherapy is a common treatment for localized prostate cancer (cancer contained within the prostate gland). It involves...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether treatment with biological therapy can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Some background Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD). CVD is the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels and can lead...
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In a nutshell This study looked at whether a person’s age can alter the effectiveness of chemotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer that has been surgically removed. Some background One of the most common treatment options for patients with non-small cell lung cancer is surgery. Despite the removal of their tumors, it is often found that...
Read MoreIn a nutshell In this review, researchers summarized the new developments in anti-hypertensive treatments. Some background Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a factor associated with the development of heart disease and organ damage. In most cases hypertension is very easily controlled. In about 10-15% of cases, however, patients do not...
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