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SOUNDS: Real-world use affirms efficacy, safety of sacral neuromodulator device for OAB

28 Jul 2022 by

Delivering electric stimulation to the sacral nerves using an implantable device appears to be safe and effective in the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) in a real-world setting, according to the France-based SOUNDS study presented at the 37th Annual European Association of Urology Congress (EAU 2022).

SOUNDS: Real-world use affirms efficacy, safety of sacral neuromodulator device for OAB

28 Jul 2022

Could polyphenol intake affect Alzheimer’s disease risk?

28 Jul 2022 by

The intake of certain polyphenols may be tied to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRDs) particularly in Black individuals, according to a study from the US presented at Nutrition 2022.

Could polyphenol intake affect Alzheimer’s disease risk?

28 Jul 2022

Capillary blood glucose TIR tied to insulin resistance, β-cell function

28 Jul 2022

Insulin resistance and β-cell function, as determined by the homeostasis model assessment, appear to be important correlates of time in range (TIR) evaluated using the capillary blood glucose, a recent study has found.

Capillary blood glucose TIR tied to insulin resistance, β-cell function

28 Jul 2022

Mold infections after haematopoietic stem cell transplant higher than expected

28 Jul 2022

The incidence of proven or probable invasive mold infection in a real-life cohort of allogeneic haematopoietic stem cell transplantation recipients is higher than that seen in previous literature, according to a recent study.

Mold infections after haematopoietic stem cell transplant higher than expected

28 Jul 2022

Verapamil reduces penile curvature, plaque size in Peyronie’s disease

28 Jul 2022 by

Use of the calcium channel blocker verapamil is both safe and effective for the treatment of Peyronie’s disease, as proven by a decrease in penile curvature, reduction in plaque size, and improvement in erectile dysfunction, with minimal to mild side effects, relative to placebo, according to the results of a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Verapamil reduces penile curvature, plaque size in Peyronie’s disease

28 Jul 2022

Prior carbapenem exposure ups risk of drug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection

28 Jul 2022

Children with prior exposure to carbapenems and bronchoscopy have a higher risk of developing carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa (CRPA), reveals a study.

Prior carbapenem exposure ups risk of drug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection

28 Jul 2022

Does COVID-19 impair male fertility?

28 Jul 2022 by

A number of studies presented at ESHRE 2022 revealed conflicting findings regarding the effect of COVID-9 on male fertility. While some studies say it does, other data appear to state otherwise.

Does COVID-19 impair male fertility?

28 Jul 2022

Even control participants see weight loss benefit in lifestyle trials

28 Jul 2022

In trials that test lifestyle modification interventions, even participants randomized to control groups see significant weight loss, reports a recent meta-analysis.

Even control participants see weight loss benefit in lifestyle trials

28 Jul 2022

Tree extract-containing mouthwash helps fight off periodontal disease

28 Jul 2022

Using a mouthwash containing Sambucus williamsii var. coreana extract helps preserve periodontal health by preventing the development and progression of periodontal disease, a recent study has found.

Tree extract-containing mouthwash helps fight off periodontal disease

28 Jul 2022

Leflunomide compares favourably with azathioprine as maintenance therapy for LN

28 Jul 2022

In the maintenance treatment of patients with lupus nephritis (LN), leflunomide is as effective and safe as azathioprine, according to a study.

Leflunomide compares favourably with azathioprine as maintenance therapy for LN

28 Jul 2022

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SOUNDS: Real-world use affirms efficacy, safety of sacral neuromodulator device for OAB

SOUNDS: Real-world use affirms efficacy, safety of sacral neuromodulator device for OAB

Could polyphenol intake affect Alzheimer’s disease risk?

Could polyphenol intake affect Alzheimer’s disease risk?

Capillary blood glucose TIR tied to insulin resistance, β-cell function

Capillary blood glucose TIR tied to insulin resistance, β-cell function

Mold infections after haematopoietic stem cell transplant higher than expected

Mold infections after haematopoietic stem cell transplant higher than expected

Verapamil reduces penile curvature, plaque size in Peyronie’s disease

Verapamil reduces penile curvature, plaque size in Peyronie’s disease

Prior carbapenem exposure ups risk of drug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection

Prior carbapenem exposure ups risk of drug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection

Does COVID-19 impair male fertility?

Does COVID-19 impair male fertility?

Even control participants see weight loss benefit in lifestyle trials

Even control participants see weight loss benefit in lifestyle trials

Tree extract-containing mouthwash helps fight off periodontal disease

Tree extract-containing mouthwash helps fight off periodontal disease

Leflunomide compares favourably with azathioprine as maintenance therapy for LN

Leflunomide compares favourably with azathioprine as maintenance therapy for LN