Archive: 09/06/2020

Predictors of 5-year mortality in young dialysis patients

The analysis published in Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation evaluated for the first time the association of a large number of demographic, HD treatment and laboratory variables with mortality in patients on chronic hemodialysis ...

Jun 9, 2020

Use of cystatin C for precise assessment of kidney function and cardiovascular risk

In many situations, it is essential that the physician knows a patient's kidney function as precisely as possible. The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is calculated in order to assess kidney function. Various equations and ...

Jun 9, 2020

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Fecal transplants show promise as treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

A new study from Lawson Health Research Institute and Western University suggests that fecal transplants could be used as a treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The randomized controlled trial published ...

Jun 9, 2020

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Computer modelling predicts where vaccines are needed most

Researchers have developed a model that can estimate regional disease burden and the impact of vaccination, even in the absence of robust surveillance data, a study in eLife reveals.

Jun 9, 2020

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COVID-19 loneliness linked to elevated psychiatric symptoms in older adults

Although social distancing is crucial in thwarting the spread of COVID-19, isolation and the ensuing loneliness may be severely detrimental for older adults. A new study conducted by researchers at Bar-Ilan University and ...

Jun 9, 2020

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Orthotics breakthrough helps children with Cerebral Palsy walk and play

Children with Cerebral Palsy have more energy to play and be physically active for longer thanks to specially designed orthotics.

Jun 9, 2020

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Antihistamines and similar drugs could slow down Huntington's disease

Scientists have described a potential new therapeutic strategy for slowing down early-stage Huntington's disease in a new study published today in eLife.

Jun 9, 2020

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Improved MRI scans could aid in development of arthritis treatments

An algorithm that analyzes MRI images and automatically detects small changes in knee joints over time could be used in the development of new treatments for arthritis.

Jun 9, 2020

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Botox is an effective treatment for some common sports injuries, new research suggests

While botulinum toxin is commonly known as a cosmetic treatment for facial lines and wrinkles, a growing body of evidence suggests that "Botox" can also be an effective treatment for certain sports injuries and chronic pain ...

Jun 9, 2020

Eye scanner detects molecular aging in humans

People often say that eyes are windows to the soul. Now it appears they may also be windows to human aging.

Jun 9, 2020

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