In a nutshell This study looked at whether body weight in women affects the outcomes of in vitro fertilization (IVF). It found that women of normal weight had higher birth rates than women who were underweight or obese. Some background Weight affects many aspects of the body, including fertility. Women who are underweight may stop ovulating. Obesity...
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The benefits of antioxidant-rich diet in treatment outcomes in childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia
In a nutshell The study evaluated the effects of an antioxidant-rich diet in treatment outcomes during chemotherapy in children and adolescents with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The main finding was that the intake of antioxidant-rich food alone reduced the risk of infections during treatment in such patients. Some background Several...
Read MoreTreating patients with high risk acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) with ATRA, arsenic trioxide and gemtuzumab ozogamicin
In a nutshell The study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of combing all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA; Vesanoid), arsenic trioxide (ATO; Trisenox), and gemtuzumab ozogamicin (GO; Milotarg) in treating patients with high risk (HR) acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). The authors found that the combination therapy was effective and well...
Read MoreDoes smoking in the father increase the risk of birth defects?
In a nutshell This study investigated if smoking in the father before conception is associated with birth defects (BD) in the child. They found that smoking in the father may be associated with BDs including heart disease. Some background Smoking is a known cause of birth defects (BDs). Women that smoke during pregnancy are more likely...
Read MoreIs there a higher rate of genetic abnormalities in embryos of women with recurrent pregnancy loss?
In a nutshell This study investigated if chromosomal abnormalities (CA) are associated with recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). They found that RPL was associated with higher CA rates in women under 35. Some background Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) is when a woman has 2 or more miscarriages. In many cases the cause of RPL is unclear. This is called...
Read MoreWhat are the treatment options for patients with Hodgkin lymphoma who are 60 or older?
In a nutshell This article reviewed treatment options for patients with Hodgkin lymphoma (HL), aged 60 or older. Some background Approximately 20% of patients with HL are aged 60 or older. Treatment options for older patients with HL differ from patients under 60. This is because older patients are more often diagnosed with advanced HL...
Read MoreWhich scanning method is more accurate for patients with relapsed or refractory Hodgkin lymphoma who received biological therapy?
In a nutshell This study compared CT and PET scans to understand which was more accurate at predicting biological treatment results in patients with relapsed or refractory Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). The results showed that PET scans were more sensitive than CT scans in these patients. Some background Biological therapy has improved treatment results...
Read MoreWhich chemotherapy combination causes less kidney damage to patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma?
In a nutshell This study compared two chemotherapy combinations – R-DHAP and R-DHAOx – to see which caused less kidney damage in patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). The results showed that fewer patients receiving R-DHAOx developed poor kidney function than patients receiving R-DHAP. Some background Combinations of chemotherapy...
Read MoreHow common are late side effects after radiation treatment for rectal cancer?
In a nutshell This study investigated the frequency of late gastrointestinal (GI) side effects after radiation therapy (RT) for rectal cancer. Researchers suggested that after the improvement of RT methods these side effects are less frequent and less severe. Some background Colorectal cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers in the...
Read MoreCan novel non-insulin therapies for patients with type 2 diabetes prevent heart disease?
In a nutshell This study examined how frequent heart disease is among patients taking different non-insulin medications for type 2 diabetes (T2D). The results showed that certain medications significantly reduced the risk of patients developing heart disease and other complications of T2D. Some background Heart disease is a serious...
Read MoreDoes ticagrelor alone reduce bleeding risk after percutaneous coronary intervention?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effect of ticagrelor (Brilique) with or without aspirin after a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). They found that ticagrelor alone reduced bleeding risk after PCI. Some background Coronary artery disease (CAD) is caused by blockages in the coronary arteries. This reduces blood flow...
Read MoreNon-medication treatments improve depression symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effect of non-medication treatments for depression in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) improves depression in these patients. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) affects brain cells. These cells are responsible...
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