The Ablatherm device has shown local disease control in approximately 80% of cases, with a complete response in 56% and partial response in 24%. The treatment is minimally invasive and can be repeated if necessary, but may have some adverse effects.
Researchers propose new explanation for proton mobility, revealing complex behavior of hydrated protons. The findings could impact understanding of biological processes and reactions involving aqueous proton diffusion.
A Cornell University study suggests that chelation therapy used to treat lead poisoning in children may have adverse effects on the developing immune system. The therapy, DMSA, was found to impair immune function in offspring of pregnant rats who received the treatment during pregnancy.
Researchers identified five brain areas activated during sexual arousal, including the inferior temporal cortex and right orbitofrontal cortex. The study used positron emission tomography to map brain activity while subjects watched different films, providing insights into the neurophysiological bases of human sexuality.
A landmark study involving women with invasive cervical cancer showed that adding chemotherapy to radiation therapy significantly improves survival rates and disease-free survival. The study found that 73% of patients who received both treatments survived for at least five years, compared to 58% of those given only radiation.