Imagine you're trying to have a baby but keep losing pregnancies. Doctors call this recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Some women with RPL have antinuclear antibodies (ANA) in their blood. Scientists wanted to see if a treatment called lymphocyte immunotherapy (LIT) could help these women. They studied
Ever thought of oxygen as a double-edged sword? Recent research shows that living in low oxygen, or hypoxia, might actually be good for us in some situations. Scientists have found that chronic hypoxia could help with diseases like mitochondrial problems, autoimmunity, heart attacks, and even aging.
Imagine you're planning a surgery to fix a bum knee (patellar tracking issues). You might think checking out the kneecap (patella) while you're just chilling (non-weightbearing) gives you a good picture. But guess what? This could be messing with your plans. Seems like when you don't put weight on y
Did you know that chemotherapy can sometimes cause nerve damage in your hands and feet? This is called peripheral neuropathy, and it can really affect how patients feel and live their lives. A big study called the MiroCIP study looked into this. They checked out two types of chemo drugs: oxaliplatin
Infections at surgical sites can be a real headache for patients who've had lower extremity bypass surgery. These infections can lead to longer hospital stays, higher costs, and even the loss of the graft. To tackle this issue, some medical fields have started using silver-infused dressings, and the
In 2019, Australia rolled out a new national maternity strategy called Woman-centred care: Strategic directions for Australian maternity services. This policy is all about making sure moms-to-be feel safe, respected, and have plenty of choices when it comes to their care. It's based on four key valu
This winter, the United States is dealing with a unique challenge – a "quademic" of flu, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and norovirus. While the first three affect the respiratory system, norovirus causes nasty stomach issues. Experts are concerned because norovirus is particularly vic
Imagine trying to fix something complex, like a broken bone, without knowing all the pieces. That's how many Black medical professionals feel about the orthopaedic field. It's time to change the conversation and amplify Black voices. For years, the orthopaedic world has been dominated by one perspe
Colorectal cancer is a significant health issue in China, causing many deaths. Early detection through screening saves lives, but setting up these programs in Chinese hospitals isn't easy. There are both roadblocks and aids in the way. Healthcare professionals and patients have different views on w
Segmenting blood vessels in fundus images is crucial for diagnosing eye diseases like diabetic retinopathy. Enter DAU-Net, a new network that's easier to use and more accurate than ever. It's divided into an encoder and decoder, with some clever tricks to make it lightweight and powerful. Traditiona
