Archive: 09/05/2018

Spinal fluid could be used to predict the progression of multiple sclerosis, study finds

A study led by the University of Birmingham has found that analysis of fluid in the spine could be used to predict the future progression of multiple sclerosis.

May 9, 2018

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Many newborn screening recommendations do not assess key evidence on benefits and harms

Many national recommendations on whether to screen newborn babies for rare conditions do not assess the evidence on the key benefits and harms of screening, warn researchers in a study published by The BMJ today.

May 9, 2018

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Should the number of GP's patient consultations be capped?

The British Medical Association recently proposed guidance to cap the number of patients a GP sees each day to prevent unsafe working levels, but should this be recommended? Experts debate the issue in The BMJ today.

May 9, 2018

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Spinal surgery for osteoporosis no better for pain relief than injections

Vertebroplasty (surgery to repair spinal fractures) is no more effective for pain relief than a sham (placebo) procedure in older patients with osteoporosis, finds a trial published by The BMJ today.

May 9, 2018

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Genetic counseling and testing proposed for patients with the brain tumor medulloblastoma

Researchers have identified six genes that predispose carriers to develop the brain tumor medulloblastoma and have used the discovery to craft genetic counseling and screening guidelines. The study appears today in the journal ...

May 9, 2018

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Neuroinflammation seen in spinal cord, nerve roots of patients with chronic sciatica

A study by Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators has found, for the first time in humans, that patients with chronic sciatica—back pain that shoots down the leg—have evidence of inflammation in key areas ...

May 9, 2018

Many parents miss speech disorders in young kids

(HealthDay)—Many parents don't recognize the signs of speech and language problems in children, or don't know that early treatment is important, a new survey finds.

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Obesity might raise your risk for A-fib

(HealthDay)—Obese people are at increased risk for the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation, which can cause complications such as heart failure and stroke.

May 9, 2018

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Women's pelvic floor surgery not always long-term fix

(HealthDay)—Surgery to repair so-called pelvic floor disorder often fails within five years—but many women still say the procedure improved their quality of life, a new study finds.

May 9, 2018

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Mother of the bride survives heart attack on mother's day

Belinda Waggoner is the type of person who gives her all to everything she does.

May 9, 2018

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