General
Top Therapies for Reducing Hepatic Fat in MASH Identified in Meta-Analysis
| Categories: general
Metabolic dysfunction–associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is a major contributor to liver disease, and reducing hepatic fat is critical for improving patient outcomes. Read More > https://mash.pocn.com/treatment/top-therapies-for-reducing-hepatic-fat-in-mash-identified-in-meta-analysis/
Rising Global Obesity Fuels Surge in NAFLD, Driving Mortality and Healthcare Costs
Chronic liver disease (CLD) is a major contributor to global [...]
NAFLD: A “Growing” Problem?
Children today face a unique nutritional challenge: while food is [...]
Liver Stiffness and Risk of Liver-related Events
In a large prospective study, the significance of changes in [...]
Cardiology
Effective Management of End-Stage Renal Disease
| Categories: cardiology
End-stage renal disease (ESRD) occurs when kidney function is inadequate without transplantation or dialysis. Read More> https://ckd.pocn.com/patient-management/effective-management-of-end-stage-renal-disease/
Insulin Resistance in Non-Diabetic Patients With CKD
Researchers of this study aimed to identify factors associated with [...]
Gout and Chronic Kidney Disease: Prevalence, Challenges, and Treatment
Gout, a prevalent inflammatory arthritis, is triggered by monosodium urate [...]
Higher Phosphorus Levels Linked to Increased Anemia Risk in Individuals With Early Chronic Kidney Disease and Normal Kidney Function
Researchers investigated whether higher phosphorus levels are associated with anemia [...]
Dermatology
New Guidelines for Managing Atopic Dermatitis With Topical Therapies
| Categories: dermatology
Updated evidence has emerged since the 2014 guidelines that further informs the management of atopic dermatitis (AD) with topical therapies. Read More> https://atopicdermatitis.pocn.com/patient-management/new-guidelines-for-managing-atopic-dermatitis-with-topical-therapies/
Staphylococcus Aureus Protease Drives Atopic Dermatitis Itch
Research has revealed that the pathogenesis of atopic dermatitis (AD) [...]
Picture-Based Scorecard Enhances Atopic Dermatitis Diagnosis in Infants Across Diverse Skin Tones
A study found that a picture-based scorecard incorporating multiple skin [...]
Decade of Atopic Dermatitis Research Highlights Advances and Gaps in Treatment and Prevention
Dermatology Times highlighted significant research in atopic dermatitis (AD) over the [...]
Gastroenterology
Clostridioides difficile Infection Recurrences
| Categories: gastroenterology
Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is a global health challenge, often linked to healthcare settings and recurring due to persistent gut dysbiosis after antibiotic treatment. While […]
Clostridioides difficile Infection: Diagnostics and Prevention
Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is a major cause of healthcare-associated [...]
Clostridioides difficile: Prevention, Treatment, and Special Population Management
Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) remains a significant nosocomial threat, often [...]
VOWST for Recurrent Clostridioides difficile Prevention
SER-109 (VOWST) is the first FDA-approved oral microbiome therapy designed [...]
Hematology & Oncology
Ruxolitinib Best for Glucocorticoid-Refractory, -Dependent GVHD
| Categories: hematology-oncology, newsletter
Compared with control therapy, the Janus kinase inhibitor ruxolitinib leads to greater overall response, failure-free survival, and symptom response for glucocorticoid-refractory or -dependent chronic graft-versus-host […]
Annual Checkup Day: Are You Up to Date on Your Health?
August 11 is Annual Medical Checkup Day, a yearly reminder [...]
Cancer Surgery Expenses for Patients with Private Insurance are Higher at NCI Centers
Cancer surgeries at National Cancer Institute (NCI) centers are associated [...]
Catheter Size During Chemo May Impact Risk for Blood Clots
Risk of blood clots or thrombosis during intravenous (IV) chemotherapy [...]
Nephrology
Guidelines Align on Diabetes and CKD Management, Tackle Implementation Challenges
| Categories: nephrology
The 2022 ADA Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes and the KDIGO 2022 Clinical Practice Guideline provide evidence-based recommendations for managing diabetes and chronic kidney […]
Chronic Kidney Disease Urges Early Detection Despite End-Stage Kidney Disease Mortality Decline
Despite a decline in mortality among patients with end-stage kidney [...]
Study Finds Kidney Transplantation Significantly Improves Quality of Life for Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease
Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) experience a decline in [...]
New Technologies Offer Hope for Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease Amidst Donor Organ Shortage
Over two million people globally suffer from end-stage renal disease [...]
Neurology
Diagnosing and Managing Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
| Categories: neurology
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy is an immune-mediated neuropathy that affects peripheral nerves and roots, with higher incidence in older males. Read More > https://raredisease.pocn.com/diagnosis/diagnosing-and-managing-chronic-inflammatory-demyelinating-polyneuropathy/
Effective Biomarkers That Differentiate Motor Neuron Disease From Multifocal Motor Neuropathy
A recent study assessed the effectiveness of serum neurofilament light [...]
Functional Neurological Disorder Diagnosis and Treatment
Functional neurological disorder involves a problem with how the [...]
Amyloid Neuropathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Amyloid neuropathy, caused by insoluble amyloid deposits in the [...]
Pulmonology
Study Links Higher Magnesium Intake to Reduced Frailty Risk in Patients With COPD
| Categories: pulmonology
Researchers of a recent study highlighted a significant relationship between dietary magnesium intake and the risk of frailty in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease […]
Patients With COPD Face Higher Risk of Cognitive Impairment, Study Finds
Cognitive impairment is common among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary [...]
Study Links Low Birth Weight to Increased COPD Risk, Especially Among Smokers
In a recent study, researchers suggest that low birth weight [...]
Apolipoprotein A-I Identified as Protective Factor Against COPD, Study Shows
Researchers of a recent study identified apolipoprotein A-I (apoA-I) as [...]
Rheumatology
Study Reveals Older Patients With Psoriasis Face Faster Progression to Psoriatic Arthritis
| Categories: rheumatology
Researchers of a study found that individuals diagnosed with psoriasis (PsO) at age 43 or older are more likely to experience a shorter interval between […]
Older Age and Specific Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Subtypes Linked to Higher Risk of Active Disease
A recent single-center retrospective study found that patients with juvenile [...]
Study Identifies Key Risk Factors for Long-Term Opioid Use in Patients With AxSpA and PsA
Recent research has identified key factors associated with long-term opioid [...]
Ultrasound Reveals Subclinical Inflammation in Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis on Targeted Therapy
A recent study revealed that ultrasound can detect active enthesitis [...]