Olezarsen Effectively Lowers Triglycerides
Olezarsen lowered triglycerides by about 50% at month 6 compared with placebo in the BRIDGE-TIMI73a trial and reduced other markers of atherogenic risk.
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Author: Teresa Sellinger
“Inclisiran First” Strategy Effectively Reduces LDL Concentrations in Patients With ASCVD
Earlier introduction of inclisiran significantly reduced LDL concentrations without affecting statin compliance in ASCVD in phase 3b VICTORIAN-INITIATE trial.
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STEP-HFpEF DM: Semaglutide Beneficial for Patients With HFpEF and T2D
Differences in the endpoints of HF-related symptoms, physical limitations, and body weight shown in trial for semaglutide for patients with HFpEF and T2D.
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Rapid Decline in eGFR Slope Predicts Chronic Complications in Type 2 Diabetes
Researchers investigated the potential link between eGFR slope and diabetes complications such as mortality, kidney disease, and cardiovascular events.
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Q&A: Educating Parents About Safe Sleep Practices in “Tangible” Terms
Many mothers regularly engage in unsafe sleep practices with their infants, despite being aware of the American Academy of Pediatrics guidance on safe sleep.
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Practical Guidance for Implementing Precision Oncology in the Clinical Setting
A recent review provides practical guidance on next-gen sequencing for cancer care, aiding clinicians in interpreting genomics for personalized interventions.
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Q&A: How PsA Disease Activity Differs By Race & Ethnicity
New research suggests patients with psoriatic arthritis may experience the disease differently depending on their race and ethnicity.
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Should Cataract Surgery Be Avoided in Retinitis Pigmentosa?
Cataract surgery appears to be beneficial for retinitis pigmentosa and cataract, with similar rates of intraoperative complications compared with control eyes.
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Common Occupational Hazards That Physicians Must Navigate
Physicians face occupational hazards including blood-borne pathogens, workplace violence, and chronic pain. Safety measures are crucial for their well-being.
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Economic Impact of RSV-LTRI “Extends Well Beyond” Acute Illness
Patients incur healthcare expenditures associated with RSV for months after the acute infection, underscoring the need for prevention through vaccination.
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Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Superior to Open Surgery for NSCLC After Neoadjuvant Therapy
Researchers compared perioperative complications and survival outcomes in patients who underwent either VATS or open surgery for NSCLC.
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CVD Exams Important in Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis
Clinicians should perform regular cardiovascular examinations on patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis, researchers said.
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Biologics Effective for Very Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Researchers analyzed PASI scores and adverse events to understand the effectiveness and safety of novel biologics for very severe psoriasis.
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O.J. Simpson’s Passing Sparks Conversation on Prostate Cancer Awareness & Screening
The recent passing of O.J. Simpson due to prostate cancer has brought renewed attention to this often taboo topic among men.
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Health Equity Must Be “The Center of All That We Do” to Reduce Racial/Ethnic Disparities in HIV
ART is crucial for sustained viral suppression in HIV, yet disparities exist among men who have sex with men. It’s critical to understand why disparities in HIV persist.
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In Multifocal HCC, Survival Better With Liver Resection Vs Tumor Ablation
Liver resection in patients with multifocal hepatocellular carcinoma leads to longer survival compared to tumor ablation.
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Low-Dose CT Screening Superior to Chest Radiography
This comparative effectiveness study conducts a transportability analysis of the National Lung Screening Trial to compare effectiveness of low-dose CT.
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Advancements in Decision-Making for Treatment of Patients With Lung Cancer
AI provides novel screening decision-making for the precise treatment of patients with lung cancer.
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Low Uptake & High Discontinuation: Characterizing PrEP Use Among Transgender Women
A strategy that addresses socioeconomic barriers and patient preferences will be needed to reach the majority of transgender women who have never used PrEP.
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How to Address Well-Being for Patient-Centered Psoriasis Care
A panel of experts recently provided guidance for dermatologists to adopt a person-centered approach to psoriasis care.
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