In a nutshell This study investigated whether sensory feedback (SF) improves anxiety symptoms in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that SF significantly improves anxiety outcomes in these patients. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic condition that affects the brain cells. These cells lose their...
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In a nutshell This study compared ways to interpret PET scans to see which best predicted treatment results for older patients with Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). The authors identified several methods of PET scan analysis that were able to predict how effective treatment was for these patients. Some background PET scans are often used to diagnose...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of a modified anti-nausea and vomiting treatment for patients with aggressive non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) receiving high-dose (HD) chemotherapy. The results showed that netupitant/palonosetron (NEPA; Akynzeo) alone was very effective and safe for these patients. Some background Chemotherapy...
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In a nutshell This study looked at adding vitamin D for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) who were overweight and being treated with clomiphene citrate (Clomid). It found that vitamin D increased ovulation and pregnancy rates for these patients. Some background Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition of women of...
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In a nutshell The study evaluated how smoking habits affect the predicted treatment outcomes in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) under intense chemotherapy. The authors found that smoking status was related to poor overall survival in such patients. Some background Patient-related factors such as lifestyle choice and additional medical...
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In a nutshell The report recommends treatment management for patients with multiple myeloma (MM) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The authors suggested that therapy should be adjusted based on risks. COVID-19 testing should be done before starting therapy. Some background Patients with cancer are generally older and need special care during a pandemic (a...
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In a nutshell This study looked at stress and cortisol levels in couples using in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other reproductive technologies. It found that women who became pregnant had higher cortisol levels, while the stress and cortisol levels of male partners were not related to pregnancy. Some background Infertility can be a long and stressful...
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In a nutshell This study looked at whether an antioxidant multi-nutrient supplement can improve male infertility. It found that the supplement improved sperm quality and pregnancy rates in couples with male infertility. Some background Male infertility is a factor in half of the infertility cases. For over 40% of men with infertility, there is no...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of deep dry needling (DDN) in patients with stroke and leg spasticity (stiffness). Researchers suggested that DDN decreases leg muscle spasticity in stroke survivors. Some background Each year, 15 million people worldwide suffer a stroke. Stroke is a result of a decrease in blood flow to the...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed the research available on the effects of laser therapy for urinary incontinence (UI) and pelvic organ prolapse (POP). The main finding was that that laser therapy improved UI, POP, or both. Some background UI (involuntary leakage of urine) can affect about 30% of women. POP happens when the muscles and tissues...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effects of silodosin (Rapaflo) on sexual function in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The main finding was that silodosin improved erectile function for most participants. Some background Sexual dysfunction is a common side effect of BPH (enlarged prostate gland). This may include...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the outcomes of anti-CD19 chimeric antigen receptor T cells in patients with relapsed or refractory (unresponsive) chronic lymphocytic leukemia. This study concluded that high-dose treatment may be more effective in these patients in the long term. Some background Chimeric antigen...
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