In a nutshell This study aimed to compare two different treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This study found that there was similar effectiveness between these treatment options for BPH. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. Photoselective...
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Evaluating subcutaneous rituximab for patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma
In a nutshell This study examined whether it is safe to switch from intravenous to subcutaneous rituximab (Rituxan) during first-line treatment of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL). The authors concluded that subcutaneous rituximab was safe and effective, and improved quality of life for patients. Some background Rituximab is a standard...
Read MoreDoes topical oxygen improve healing of diabetic ulcers?
In a nutshell This study looked at patients with diabetic foot ulcers that had not healed after standard wound care. This study found that topical oxygen significantly improved the healing rate of diabetic ulcers. Some background People with diabetes can develop neuropathy (damage to the nerves). This nerve damage leads to numbness or tingling in...
Read MoreDoes folic acid help increase the chances of getting pregnant?
In a nutshell This study looked at whether folic acid supplements increased fertility. The authors found that women taking folic acid were more likely to become pregnant within 12 months. Some background Folic acid is a recommended supplement for women planning pregnancy. It is included in prenatal vitamins and most women’s multivitamins. In the...
Read MoreCan durvalumab improve the effectiveness of treatment for patients with SCLC?
In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness and safety of adding durvalumab (Imfinzi) to platinum-etoposide to treat patients with small-cell lung carcinoma (SCLC). The authors found that durvalumab was well-tolerated and improved survival outcomes. Some background Small cell lung carcinoma (SCLC) is a type of lung cancer that...
Read MoreEvaluating combination therapy versus metformin only for patients with Type 2 diabetes
In a nutshell This study evaluated whether adding vildagliptin (Galvus) to metformin (Glucophage) could improve the duration of blood glucose control for patients with newly diagnosed Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). The authors found that this treatment combination improved long-term blood glucose control for these patients. Some background...
Read MoreDo glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist drugs reduce heart disease and stroke in patients with diabetes?
In a nutshell This study examined if glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) drugs could reduce the rate of heart disease and stroke in patients with Type 2 diabetes (T2D). The authors found that fewer patients who received GLP-1RA drugs developed heart disease or stroke compared to those who received a placebo. Some background...
Read MoreReviewing the effects of hormone-disrupting chemicals on fertility in women
In a nutshell This review examined how six commonly used industrial chemicals interfere with fertility in women. Some background Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that can contribute to infertility by interfering with normal hormone functions. They are used in the manufacturing of many everyday products, such as food,...
Read MoreWhich dietary factors promote female fertility?
In a nutshell This article reviewed the effects of diet on fertility in women. The authors concluded that fertility is improved by diets that include folic acid supplements, omega-3s, fish, and olive oil. Fertility was worsened by trans fats, sugar, and refined carbohydrates. Some background About 15.5% of women in the U.S. are affected by...
Read MoreIs targeted therapy more effective than chemotherapy for patients with NSCLC?
In a nutshell This study compared the effectiveness and safety of nivolumab (Opdivo) plus ipilimumab (Yervoy) versus chemotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The authors concluded that this combination treatment improved survival outcomes more than chemotherapy. Some background Treatment for NSCLC often includes chemotherapy or...
Read MoreEvaluating intensive CVD chemotherapy for patients with multiple myeloma
In a nutshell This study examined if intensive chemotherapy after initial chemotherapy made treatment more effective for patients with multiple myeloma (MM). The authors concluded that intensive chemotherapy increased survival without tumor growth or spread for these patients. Some background In MM, cancer cells become different...
Read MoreDo sleep patterns affect the ability to conceive?
In a nutshell This study investigated if sleep patterns affect the ability to conceive a child (fecundability, FC). They found that having trouble sleeping may affect FC in women trying to conceive. Some background Infertility is an increasingly common problem. Fertility treatment is expensive and can cause stress for infertile couples....
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