Since 2000, there has been a dramatic increase in cosmetic and non-cosmetic surgical procedures performed by dermatologic surgeons, with a 120% growth rate between 2001 and 2007. The procedures with the greatest increases were soft tissue augmentation, botulinum toxin injections, and non-ablative skin rejuvenation.
Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine have successfully implemented an interdisciplinary multisite fourth-year geriatrics clerkship, meeting all ambulatory core geriatric competencies. The program exposes medical students to various settings and diagnoses, enabling them to provide appropriate care for older adults.
Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine developed an integrated treatment program combining cognitive processing therapy for PTSD and cognitive-behavioral therapy for chronic pain management. The pilot study found significant benefits in reducing symptoms of PTSD and chronic pain among veterans.
A Boston University School of Medicine study found that training pediatricians and clinical nurses improves communication with parents to reduce children's risk of developing early childhood caries. The intervention resulted in a significant reduction of ECC rates among patients at the trained site.
Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine recommend that women on hormone therapy continue their treatment before annual mammogram screenings. The increase in breast density due to hormone therapy is unlikely to mask early cancer detection, making it unnecessary to stop treatment prior to screening.
A study by BUSM researchers suggests a connection between low testosterone levels and an increased risk of heart disease. The findings, published in the Journal of Andrology, support the idea that androgen replacement therapy could help reduce cardiovascular risk in hypogonadal men.
Researchers at Boston University have developed new computer tomography contrast agents that selectively bind to glycosaminoglycans in articular cartilage, improving visualization and sensitivity for diagnosing osteoarthritis. The study's findings show that these cationic agents are three times more sensitive than current contrast agents.
Researchers found that abstinent long-term alcoholics showed decreased and abnormal brain activity in the amygdala and hippocampus areas when looking at facial expressions. These findings support clinical reports of interpersonal difficulties in this population, suggesting brain abnormalities in emotional perception and memory.
Researchers develop computer model showing how diverse species can arise from arrangement of organisms across an area without physical barriers or natural selection. The study found that genetic distance increases over generations, leading to a rapid increase in species numbers until they reach a steady state.
A randomized trial found that disclosing genetic risk information to adult children of patients with Alzheimer's disease did not result in significant short-term psychological distress. Participants who learned they were APOE ε4 negative experienced considerable relief, while those who learned they were APOE ε4 positive showed no more ...
Young API gays and lesbians face rejection from families and stigmatization by the larger Asian community due to ancestral cultures and Western values. Researchers developed a new model of identity formation that explores ethnic and gender differences in four stages.
Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine have discovered new compounds that can be given orally to prevent radiation-induced injuries, including kidney, lung, skin, and intestinal tract damage. The EUK-400 series, which are synthetic antioxidants, protect tissues against damage caused by free radicals.
Researchers identified gaps in medication and opioid dependence documentation among MMT patients, leading to potential medication interactions and adverse events. Incomplete documentation occurs in up to 30% of cases, highlighting opportunities for improved communication and care coordination to enhance patient safety.
A study published in Public Health Nutrition found that pregnant women who consumed at least seven servings of fruits and vegetables per day had a moderate reduction in the risk of developing an upper respiratory tract infection. Higher intake was associated with a stronger risk reduction.
Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine found that endoscopic surgery is a valid option for treating esthesioneuroblastoma, with better survival rates than open surgery. The study also showed that endoscopic surgery produced more disease-free outcomes than nonsurgical treatment modalities.
Researchers found that treatment intensification can improve blood pressure control in patients with varying levels of adherence, challenging a widely held assumption. The study's lead author recommends further studies to determine the most effective management strategy for uncontrolled hypertension and suboptimal adherence.
Scientists have identified PLA2R, a protein found in normal human glomeruli, as the target antigen in idiopathic membranous nephropathy. This discovery holds promise for developing a blood test to replace kidney biopsies and determining which patients are most likely to benefit from immunosuppressive treatment.
Researchers from Boston University compared three measures of treatment intensity in hypertension care and found that the standard-based method predicts blood pressure control most effectively. The norm-based method was not a valid predictor of blood pressure control due to its non-linear relationship with systolic blood pressure.
Researchers estimated the probability of male carriers having a child with Huntington's disease, finding it ranges from 1/6,241 to 1/951. This estimate provides a baseline for genetic counselors and high normal allele carriers for family planning.
The study reveals that each bacterial strain presents a unique outer surface protein, rendering current vaccines less effective against new strains. Researchers believe a tip protein-based vaccine strategy could provide better protection.
Research from Boston University School of Medicine sheds light on how airways form and provide insights into lung diseases like asthma and COPD. The study reveals that Notch signaling controls the balance between ciliated and secretory cells in developing airways.
Biomedical engineers at Boston University have developed synthetic gene networks that enable bacteria to count discrete events, opening up potential applications in drug delivery and environmental sensing. The researchers designed two separate systems, the Riboregulated Transcriptional Cascade and DNA Invertase Cascade, which can be us...
Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine found that conventional methods to adjust for confounding, such as restriction and multivariable regression, leave residual confounding because of unmeasured factors. Propensity scores and instrumental variable methods have limitations in resolving confounding by indication.
A Boston University-led team has identified the structural basis of acetoacetate decarboxylase (AADase), a key enzyme in carbohydrate metabolism. The discovery corrects previous assumptions about enzyme structure and provides new insights into predicting enzyme functions, enabling the development of novel biofuels.
The study explores the therapeutic process of mother-infant psychotherapy, highlighting its unique catalytic factors that promote change and growth through relational connection and the 'now moment'. The findings emphasize the importance of observing and responding to infant behavior, recognizing maternal experiences and capacities, an...
A new study found a link between childhood sexual abuse and early onset of menstruation, with 26% increased risk for 1-3 incidents of abuse. The study analyzed data from over 35,000 African-American women aged 21-69 years.
Dr. Michael Holick's work revolutionized the understanding of vitamin D and its role in disease prevention, redefining vitamin D deficiency as a national epidemic.
Infection control methods could reduce hospital-acquired neonatal infections, which account for one-third of global child deaths. Multidrug-resistant GNRs were found in over 1,900 colonizing and infecting neonates, with high-risk factors including mechanical ventilation and prematurity.
Researchers found that people with periodontal disease have a higher percentage of TLR4-expressing B cells, which alter the immune response during inflammation. These cells activate monocytes but inactivate B cells, highlighting a new strategy for regulating systemic inflammation.
Richard Junghans, MD, has been awarded a $5.9 million grant from the Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Program to research gene therapy techniques to modify patients' T cells and create 'designer T cells' to fight breast cancer.
Research at Boston University School of Medicine found that prenatal cocaine exposure may compromise selective areas of neurocognitive development during middle childhood. The study suggests the possibility of 'sleeper effects' of IUCE, which may become more apparent with greater cognitive demands.