Coronary computed tomography angiography (CTA) is a cost-effective alternative to invasive cardiac catheterization, reducing costs by $789 per patient and radiation exposure by minimal amounts. The study suggests that CCTA can effectively triage patients with low CAD risk, potentially eliminating the need for cardiac catheterization.
A study at Thomas Jefferson University found that non-invasive coronary computed tomography angiography (CTA) is a cost-effective alternative to invasive cardiac catheterization. Performing CTA before catheterization results in significant cost savings, with an average of $789 per patient.
Researchers identified four alternative turfgrass species—bentgrasses and fescues—as promising for use on low-input fairways. These cool-season grasses can survive under conditions of little or no supplemental irrigation, high traffic, and reduced fertility.
Researchers have developed a new technique that combines hot water treatment, rachis removal, and modified atmosphere packaging to extend shelf life of table grapes. This alternative method maintains higher oxygen retention, lower carbon dioxide accumulation, and reduced microbial populations compared to conventional packing methods.
Researchers found that onions' flavonoids have antimicrobial properties, increasing the life of foods and inhibiting the growth of microorganisms like Bacillus cereus. This natural alternative reduces reliance on artificial additives used in food industry, offering a stable component with beneficial health effects.
Rachel J. Dutton received the Raymond W. Sarber Award for her research on disulfide bond formation pathways across bacterial genomes. Her discovery of an alternative VKOR homologue in Mycobacterium tuberculosis has implications for understanding bacterial protein stability and anticoagulant resistance.
A galaxy study confirms the validity of general relativity on a cosmic scale, with the existence of dark matter as the most likely explanation for observed phenomena. The study rules out alternative theories of gravity, including tensor-vector-scalar gravity and f(R), which fail to predict the observed galaxy clustering and distortion.
Brown University researchers found that considering alternative possibilities can lead to better planning and decision-making. They discovered that people tend to focus on a single cause when making predictions, but not when diagnosing causes.
Researchers have developed a new, completely natural alternative to using antibiotics in animal feed. The activated clay product Amadeite adsorbs mycotoxins, reducing the risk of disease and improving livestock productivity.
A study by researchers at the University of Cincinnati Neuroscience Institute supports the use of Keppra as an alternative to Dilantin for preventing seizures in patients after a brain injury. Patients treated with Keppra had fewer side effects and better long-term outcomes compared to those receiving Dilantin.
A Michigan State University researcher is creating a support intervention to help women in treatment for breast cancer identify effective alternative therapies. The study found that 57% of women use complementary and alternative medicines, and those who are sicker are more likely to use multiple therapies.
A recent study found that ulipristal acetate is more effective than levonorgestrel in preventing pregnancy after unprotected sex. The new findings provide women and healthcare providers with an alternative option for emergency contraception, available up to five days post- intercourse.
Researchers have developed a new compound, EFdA, that is 60,000 times more potent than current HIV therapies and can protect cells for longer periods. This compound has the potential to be used in vaginal gels or creams as an alternative preventative strategy for women whose partners refuse to use condoms.
A joint UC study found that three-quarters of medical students believe conventional Western medicine would benefit from integrating more complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies. The survey revealed that CAM can enhance patient care, improve treatment outcomes, and increase the effectiveness of healthcare systems.
Researchers from Taiwan evaluated 34 CT-guided biopsies in patients with pancreas masses, demonstrating a high success rate and minimal complications. The study suggests that transgastric biopsy using large needles is a feasible alternative method for pancreatic lesion sampling.
Researchers at ACS' Organic Letters journal have created a more affordable version of the anti-flu drug Tamiflu by leveraging D-ribose, a naturally occurring sugar. The new process could significantly reduce production costs, making it easier to distribute the medication globally.
A study published in Psychological Science found that labels can influence people's attitudes towards certain policies. In a study, participants were offered the choice between two identical items with different prices, one labeled as a carbon offset and the other as a carbon tax. The results showed that Democrats supported the offset ...
A team of scientists from the University of Sheffield has created an air-lift loop bioreactor that consumes less than 18% more energy, making it a significant breakthrough in the production of alternative renewable fuels. The device is now being tested with various organizations to reduce energy consumption and costs.
Scientists in Vienna have developed a new technique using insect cells to produce vaccines for H1N1 'swine flu', which can meet the demand of a global flu pandemic. This method is faster than traditional egg-based production and offers a safe alternative with reduced biosafety issues.
A new cancer drug, R-Roscovitine, has been found to kill eosinophils that exacerbate asthma symptoms. Researchers believe this could offer an alternative treatment for resistant asthma patients.
Scientists found an inverse relationship between gene duplication and alternative splicing in plants, with implications for diversity in animals and humans. The study reveals distinct defense strategies between fast-growing and woody perennial trees.
Two studies found targeted ultrasound effective in distinguishing between cancerous and benign masses in young women, reducing the need for biopsies and expensive diagnostic procedures. The procedure's low malignancy rates among women under 30 make it a safer alternative to surgery or needle biopsy.
A study published in the American Journal of Roentgenology found that short-term follow-up is an acceptable alternative to invasive biopsy for women with palpable breast lesions showing benign imaging features. The study included 320 women with 375 masses and showed a low prevalence of breast cancer.
A UBC study suggests that finding alternative feed sources for farm animals can significantly reduce pressure on the world's dwindling fisheries, while contributing positively to climate change. The researchers propose new strategies to effect swifter and larger-scale changes in the fishing industry.
A new study explores how consumers choose among health remedies and the consequences for a healthy lifestyle. Consumers prefer Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) when uncertain about an illness's cause or seeking an underlying cure, as it tolerates uncertainty better than Western medicine.
The EU has funded a 3-year project called CAMbrella to study complementary medicine, with TUM university hospital coordinating the 12-nation initiative. The network will focus on building international cooperation and fostering patient needs, legal conditions, and terminology.
ASU has been awarded two grants totaling over $10 million to support high-risk, high-reward advances in alternative energy research. The projects focus on developing ultra-high-energy metal-air batteries and using photosynthetic bacteria to produce automotive fuel from sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.
A new study reveals that 65% of patients with chronic rhinosinusitis have used alternative medicine, with women and university-educated individuals more likely to do so. However, only 43% of CAM users inform their doctor about the therapy, highlighting a need for improved communication between clinicians and patients.
Researchers have successfully reprogrammed human umbilical cord blood cells into cells with properties similar to human embryonic stem cells. This breakthrough identifies cord blood as a potential alternative to adult cells for generating cells with theoretically limitless potential.
A study found that a physician-led hospital-at-home service can improve depression, nutritional status, and quality-of-life scores in elderly patients with acute decompensation of chronic heart failure. The alternative to traditional hospital care resulted in no significant differences in mortality rates or hospital admissions.
Researchers at the University of Toronto have identified a protein called nSR100 that controls alternative splicing events in genes critical to nervous system formation. This discovery could provide new insights into brain complexity and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
A new study by LSU professor Patrick Hesp and USGS scientist David Rubin suggests that Titan's linear dunes could be formed by single-direction winds due to cohesive sediment. This alternative hypothesis has significant implications for studying Titan's composition, origin, evolution, and surface features.
A study published in the American Journal of Roentgenology found that CT angiography can identify diseases and injuries beyond the pulmonary arteries in children. Researchers evaluated 89 CTA exams with suspected pulmonary embolism and found alternative diagnoses in 59% of cases, including pneumonia and atelectasis.
Researchers found corticosteroid injections effective in treating vocal fold polyps, with 91% response rate after one month. The procedure avoids surgical risks and scar formation, offering an alternative to traditional microlaryngoscopic surgery.
High-field post-mortem MRI is a reliable option for examining human fetuses after death, providing good images and better image quality than conventional MRI. Traditional autopsy did not provide superior diagnostic accuracy compared to high-field MRI in some cases.
The US public spends billions annually on CAM therapies, including herbal supplements, meditation, and acupuncture. Approximately 11.2% of healthcare expenditures are attributed to CAM, totaling $33.9 billion out-of-pocket expenses.
The Federal Transit Administration has awarded a $1.5 million grant to the Western Transportation Institute at Montana State University to develop the National Technical Assistance Center for Alternative Transportation in Public Lands. This center will provide federally owned land managers with a 'one-stop shop' of information, trainin...
A randomised controlled trial shows ketamine is a safe alternative to etomidate for intubating critically ill patients, reducing adrenal insufficiency risk. The study's results suggest pharmacological knowledge may be crucial for successful emergency intubation.
Researchers from Rovira i Virgili University find that using mud from waste water treatment plants as an alternative fuel reduces CO2 emissions by 140,000 tonnes between 2003 and 2006. This sustainable solution enables cement factories to power their operations without harming human health.
A new CT scan method has been shown to be accurate in detecting colorectal cancer in individuals at increased risk. The study found a sensitivity of 85.3% and specificity of 87.8%, making it a potentially effective alternative to colonoscopy for screening.
A new study shows that overnight dialysis is a viable alternative for patients with irreversible kidney disease, offering improved health outcomes and reduced healthcare burden. The long-term results of this therapy were found to be well-tolerated by most patients, with lower rates of anemia and reduced levels of urea in their blood.
Researchers demonstrate that Affymetrix Gene platform can analyze differential splicing activity, comparable to Exon arrays, providing added value to existing data. The new statistical method, FIRMAGene, uses adjacent poorly fitting probes to calculate differential expression.
A new study found that drugs to combat anemia in cancer patients may actually increase the risk of death and serious blood clots. The use of these agents should not be routine therapy unless proven safe and clinically beneficial.
Countries including US, Canada, Japan, and European Union agree on globally coordinated scientific recommendations for alternative toxicity testing methods. This will reduce the number of animals needed for product safety testing, improving animal welfare.
Researchers at NC State University have found an exponentially better way to protect streams and lakes from the muddy runoff associated with stormwater around road and other construction projects. The alternative method uses natural fiber check dams enhanced with polyacrylamide, significantly reducing sediment loss and pollution.
A survey of 2,400 practicing clinicians found that only 65% were aware of at least one major clinical trial on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies. Clinicians who were aware of CAM trials reported greater ability to interpret evidence and acceptance of its value.
Researchers have identified new alternative substrates to pine bark and peatmoss, finding that landscape annuals can thrive in ground pine tree and pine bark substrates. The study showed comparable foliage growth, flower density, and root proliferation for plants grown in both substrates.
Researchers found that alternative teacher certification programs (ATCPs) lack focus on teacher development and support. Teachers with prior educational-relevant experience demonstrate higher instruction quality and greater empathy for students.
Researchers found that proper irrigation management with reuse water can maintain favorable salt balances and plant response. The study's results suggest embracing reuse water as a viable alternative for golf course irrigation.
Researchers found frankincense oil to discriminate between normal and cancerous bladder cells, kill cancer cells, and suppress growth by arresting cell cycle progression. The oil may represent an inexpensive alternative therapy for patients with bladder cancer.
A national survey found primary care physicians are more likely to inquire about complementary alternative medicine (CAM) use in children with autism. The study also revealed a desire for specific CAM education tailored to this population. CAM therapies have become increasingly common among children with autism, highlighting the need f...
Scientists at Emory Vaccine Center develop virus-like particles to combat H5N1 influenza. Mice immunized with VLPs showed long-term protection against lethal infection, offering an alternative to traditional chicken egg-based vaccines.
Researchers found alternative fumigants to be effective in controlling weeds in California strawberry nurseries. The study tested various treatments, including MB-alternatives, and found that hand-weeding times were reduced in all fields that had been fumigated, with varying material costs.
The article highlights the importance of alternative and complementary medicine (CAM) in healthcare reform, advocating for universal coverage and evidence-based methods. CAM encourages a holistic view of health, promoting whole-systems approaches and multifactorial integrative therapies.
Researchers at North Carolina State University and the USDA have identified alternative fumigants to methyl bromide (MeBr) for tomato production in North Carolina. The study found that while no single alternative can fully substitute MeBr, technically and economically feasible options exist for growers to adopt.
A study by American Society for Horticultural Science evaluated direct-seeding short-day onions in southeastern Georgia. Direct seeding was found to be a cost-effective alternative to traditional hand-transplanting methods, which rely on a migrant labor force.
The study reveals that small changes in nucleotide sequences near splice points can lead to significant changes in splice site choice and protein production. The discovery suggests that curing most genetic diseases will take longer than expected due to the complexity of alternative splicing mechanisms.
A leading British researcher predicts a boom in stem cell drug testing under Obama's administration, offering a viable alternative to animal-based heart cell tests. The UK has already established a special public-private research program to harness the potential of human embryonic stem cells for safer medicine.
A new study in Journal of Consumer Research uncovers a strategy for releasing consumers from 'regret lock' after missing a sale. By offering alternative sales on similar products, retailers can increase purchase likelihood and market share.
A new study published in the Spine journal found that manual physical therapy and exercise significantly improves neck pain, reducing mechanical neck pain and disability. Physical therapists can provide a conservative solution to musculoskeletal pain without expensive surgery or medication side effects.