Researchers developed a novel approach to diagnose, monitor, and predict the course of myocarditis using CMR parameters and AI. The goal is to provide personalized counseling for athletes and optimize treatment options.
Scientists create artificial liver cells that function like real ones, but excrete less urea, until they induce aquaporin 9, enabling them to break down ammonia into urea. The new model is being used to test OTC chaperones for therapies.
Researchers have discovered that intestinal bacteria can lead to more severe adhesions after abdominal surgery. The study found that mesothelial cells and EGFR signaling play a crucial role in the formation of these adhesions. The findings suggest that targeting EGFR may be a potential approach to reducing adhesion risk.
Severely injured patients from gunshot and stab wounds show low survival rates in Switzerland, with only 1.6% of serious injuries caused by firearms and stabbing weapons. Immediate transport to trauma centers is crucial due to prolonged diagnostic procedures and treatment time.
Researchers used sound processing to examine neural synchrony in comatose patients. They found that higher neural synchrony was predictive of a favorable outcome, with indistinguishable levels from healthy controls. The study also revealed surprising neural complexity, with reduced complexity in survivors compared to non-survivors.
Regular testing of asymptomatic healthcare workers identified as cost-efficient strategy to prevent SARS-CoV-2 transmission. The study suggests that desynchronization of teams had limited effectiveness due to economic constraints.
A new classification of metastatic testicular cancer enables more targeted treatment, improving survival rates. The study reveals significant improvements in prognosis for patients with testicular cancer, with increased 5-year survival rates across all groups.
A study by Inselspital and RetinAI uses AI to predict anti-VEGF treatment demand for patients with AMD, RVO, and DME. The model achieved high accuracy in predicting treatment need, even at the initial visit or before the first injection.
A study of 940 children found nearly a quarter wanted stronger pain treatment after appendectomies and tonsillectomies, associated with sleep impairments and movement pain. Precautionary administration of non-opioid analgesics may reduce opioid use after surgery.
A new study links cerebral small vessel disease (SVD) to intracerebral hemorrhages under anticoagulation, suggesting SVD as a precondition. The study suggests blood thinning alone can no longer be considered a cause of intracerebral hemorrhages.
A multicenter study found that aspirin was not equally effective as blood thinners in treating cervical artery dissections. The international study showed a higher risk of problems with aspirin treatment compared to anticoagulation.
A large multicenter cohort study found that individuals switching to TAF therapy gained significantly more weight (1.7 kg) compared to those staying on TDF therapy (0.7 kg). The study also noted a negative development in lipid metabolism with an overall increase in blood lipid levels.
A new study proves the fundamental feasibility of using AI to assess surgical skills, achieving 87% accuracy in identifying good or moderate surgical skill. The innovative three-stage approach uses computer algorithms to analyze instrument movement and correlate with expert ratings.
A study investigated the correlation between surgical site infection rates and hospital audit scores in Swiss hospitals. The results showed a clear connection between low SSI rates and high audit scores, suggesting that better surveillance systems can reduce infection rates.
Researchers have identified a new signaling pathway, LIGHT/LTbR, that is specific to leukemic stem cells and can be targeted to eliminate them. Blocking this pathway has been shown to increase the survival of animals with leukemia.
A large-scale study found that early detection and treatment of rheumatic heart disease (RHD) through echocardiographic screening and antibiotic prophylaxis significantly reduced RHD prevalence by two-thirds in schools. This approach is an effective strategy to control RHD in endemic regions.
A recent study published in Nature Communications has uncovered the biomedical basis of the Barker hypothesis, which suggests that infants with low birth weight are at increased risk of cardiovascular diseases and kidney disorders. The research team discovered that fetuin-A, a serum protein, plays a crucial role in fetal protective mec...
Researchers at Inselspital and the University of Bern discovered that metoclopramide inhibits the proliferation of leukemia stem cells, a key target in CML treatment. The study identifies CD93 as a specific regulator responsible for leukemia stem cell growth, paving the way for potential new therapies.
A team of specialists developed an award-winning 4D simulator technology to train neurosurgeons and reduce complications during brain aneurysm surgery. The simulator accurately models blood vessels, pulse, and flow, enabling enhanced planning and pre-op practice.