Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Tapeworm larvae found in man's brain—how did they get there?

We have all found ourselves in a place we would rather not be, a school reunion, the never-ending work meeting or a distant relative's wedding reception. In such situations, it is often a good option to make the best of it. ...

Oncology & Cancer

'Virtual biopsy' uses AI to help doctors assess lung cancer

Imperial researchers have used artificial intelligence (AI) to extract information about the chemical makeup of lung tumors from medical scans. For the first time, they have demonstrated how combining medical imaging with ...

Oncology & Cancer

Early detection may help Kentucky tamp down its lung cancer crisis

For the past decade, Kentucky researchers have promoted lung cancer screening, first recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force in 2013. These days the Bluegrass State screens more residents who are at high risk ...

Neuroscience

When symptoms suggest a stroke, but it's something else

What looks and feels like a stroke sometimes isn't. Instead, sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, vision changes, dizziness and other symptoms of a stroke might be caused by something else—a stroke mimic.

Surgery

Video: Advances in knee replacement surgery

An aging population drives the global demand for knee replacement surgery, exceeding 1 million procedures annually. In the U.S. alone, the need for knee replacements is projected to grow by 673%, reaching approximately 3.48 ...

Radiology & Imaging

Breakthrough X-ray technology goes from concept to medical standard

Detecting a deadly tumor as early as possible is vital to stopping its spread. However, creating the solution doesn't necessarily solve the problem—it needs to be widely adopted by medical professionals. That's why standards ...

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