Research is under way to develop new techniques for detecting diabetic retinopathy at early onset with the hope of improving prevention and treatment of this major cause of blindness.
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New methods for modifying the genome are currently widely discussed: Using CRISPR/Cas for instance, scientists can remove parts of the genetic code of a gene, thereby knocking it out. Furthermore, there are ways to inhibit ...
Jul 22, 2015
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A group of biophysicists, including representatives from Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, have developed a mathematical model of arterial thrombus formation, which is the main cause of heart attacks and strokes. ...
Dec 1, 2015
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Scientists have found that blood vessel cells have a deeper level of communication than previously believed – a discovery that could lead to new diagnostics and more targeted treatment for cardiovascular disease.
May 14, 2015
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(Medical Xpress) -- When a patient undergoes a cardiac catheterization procedure such as a balloon angioplasty, there's a slight risk of a stroke or other neurological complications.
Aug 3, 2012
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Melanoma is particularly dangerous because it can form metastases in vital organs such as the lungs, liver or brain. UV radiation is considered to be the most significant triggering factor. An interdisciplinary team of researchers ...
Feb 26, 2014
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(Medical Xpress)—An increase in antioxidant enzymes triggered by acupuncture appeared to play a role in reducing high blood pressure in hypertensive rats treated with the ancient Chinese therapy, a study by researchers ...
Nov 2, 2012
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(Medical Xpress)—In a new study published in the scientific journal Circulation, scientists at Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital show that an enzyme called arginase might have a key part to play in ...
Nov 27, 2012
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Babies born prematurely may have significantly higher risk of stroke as young adults—and the earlier the birth, the greater the risk, suggests an extensive new study.
Jun 18, 2021
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(Medical Xpress)—Researchers have found a new class of drugs can improve the ability of particles in the blood which can increase so-called 'good' cholesterol's ability to clear away fat from blood vessel walls.
Mar 19, 2014
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