Parathyroidectomy significantly improves QoL in hyperparathyroidism patients on hemodialysis Dr. Shravani Dali16 Aug 2023 8:00 PM ISTParathyroidectomy improves QoL by rapidly reducing intact parathyroid hormone levels in hyperparathyroidism in hemodialysis patients suggests a new...
Optilume BPH device may improve symptoms while preserving sexual function in men with enlarged prostate: PINNACLE Study Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli16 Aug 2023 10:15 AM ISTUSA: In men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), treatment with Optilume BPH Catheter System improves urinary symptoms while preserving erectile...
Intermittent Bolus Paravertebral Block Opioid-Sparing analgesic effect among patients undergoing hepatectomy Jacinthlyn Sylvia16 Aug 2023 9:00 AM ISTA recent study published in the BMC Surgery found potential benefits of intermittent bolus paravertebral block on analgesia and recovery in...
Endoscopic Anti Reflux mucosectomy effective treatment option for patients with laryngopharyngeal reflux Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli13 Aug 2023 8:00 PM ISTLaryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPRD), a condition characterized by the backflow of stomach contents into the throat and voice box, can lead to...
Single intravitreal dose of bevacizumab during trabeculectomy with mitomycin-C improved surgical success Niveditha Subramani13 Aug 2023 8:00 PM ISTTrabeculectomy is a most popular surgery performed in glaucoma patients. Before the development of the trabeculectomy, the available surgical methods...
Early initiation of antiplatelet after mechanical thrombectomy improves outcomes, prevents recurrence in stroke patients Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli12 Aug 2023 9:45 AM ISTUSA: Early initiation of antiplatelet (AP) medication after mechanical thrombectomy in patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) due to large vessel...
Vacuum sealing drainage tied to reduced dressing changes and analgesic use after surgery in Fournier's gangrene Dr. Shravani Dali11 Aug 2023 9:45 AM ISTFournier's gangrene (FG) is a severe form of soft tissue infection that occurs in the perianal, perineal, and genital regions characterized by...
Pulsed dye laser alongside sirolimus and imiquimod cream may effectively treat port-wine stains Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli11 Aug 2023 9:30 AM ISTUSA: Pulsed dye laser alongside sirolimus and imiquimod cream may effectively treat port-wine stainsPort-wine stains (PWS) pose a treatment challenge,...
Chronic opioid use may be risk factor for certain esophageal dysmotility disorders Aditi10 Aug 2023 10:00 AM ISTChronic opioid usage is a risk factor for certain esophageal dysmotility disorders, mentions a review article "Systematic review with meta-analysis:...
Nonindicated dual-chamber ICDs implantation for prevention of tied to complications Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli9 Aug 2023 9:15 AM ISTIsrael: Dual - chamber implantable cardioverter - defibrillator (ICDs) are implanted for primary prevention of sudden cardiac death in a majority of...
Prenatal screening tied to earlier surgery for congenital heart disease in younger babies: Circulation Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli9 Aug 2023 6:45 AM ISTUSA: A recent study published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes has shed light on the association between prenatal...
Thymectomy associated with increased risk of mortality and cancer in adults: NEJM Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli8 Aug 2023 8:00 PM ISTUSA: A recent study has shed light on the health consequences of thymus removal (thymectomy) in adults that were previously considered safe and...
