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Investigational drug scores big in mild-to-moderate AD, plaque psoriasis

The topical phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor PF-07038124 is safe and helps lower disease activity in patients with mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis (AD) and plaque psoriasis, according to the results of a phase IIa study.

HKUMed’s new leadership team poised to reach new heights

The new leadership team of LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), led by Dean of Medicine, Professor Chak-Sing Lau, is poised to reach new heights in medical education and research through extensive development plans.

Greater weight loss associated with higher likelihood of T2DM remission

A population-based observational cohort study of >37,000 people in Hong Kong shows that greater weight loss within the first year of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) diagnosis is associated with an increased likelihood of achieving and sustaining diabetes remission.

People with vision impairment prone to psychosocial problems

Vision impairment appears to contribute to several psychosocial outcomes, including depression, anxiety, and social isolation, according to a study.

Experimental COVID-19 drug shows promising antiviral efficacy in Asians

The oral SARS-CoV-2 3C-like protease inhibitor ensitrelvir fumaric acid helps speed up recovery time for COVID-19 symptoms in patients with mild-to-moderate infection, according to the phase III data from the phase II/III SCORPIO-SR study conducted in Asia.

Loading, maintenance doses of teicoplanin need adjustments in MRSA patients

A recent study recommends adjusting both loading dosing and maintenance dosing regimens of teicoplanin based on the renal function and serum albumin concentration of patients with methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection.

Share decision-making process with patients, says study

Many Singaporeans believe that decision-making should be shared between medical professionals and patients, as shown by the results of a cross-sectional survey. Both the education level and employment status of patients have influence on decision-making.

Modern urethroplasty offers long-term patency, patient satisfaction

Contemporary urethroplasty delivers high long-term patency and satisfaction to patients undergoing such a procedure, a recent study confirms. Moreover, those with longer stricture, lichen sclerosus, radiation, and infectious aetiologies are at greater risk of stricture recurrence in the future.