A new study by NYU Langone Medical Center researchers found that multiple courses of commonly used antibiotics in children can have significant effects on their development. The study showed that antibiotic-exposed mice gained more weight and developed larger bones than untreated mice, while also disrupting the gut microbiome.
Researchers found a higher risk of malignant melanoma among Viagra users, but evidence points to socioeconomic and lifestyle factors as the cause. The study analyzed over 20,000 medical records and found no increased risk among those with more prescriptions or advanced stages of the disease.
A new study identifies risk factors for poor pregnancy outcomes in women with lupus, but also reveals that most pregnancies are uncomplicated. The research suggests that women with lupus who have mild disease and no underlying health issues can have a healthy pregnancy.
A new study published in the British Medical Journal examines the evidence on whether newborns delivered by C-section are more likely to develop obesity, asthma, and diabetes later in life. The authors find that cesarean delivery may lead to worse long-term child health, warranting concerns for clinical guidelines.
A new study by NYU Langone Medical Center finds that guidelines aimed at reducing routine testing before surgery had little effect on physician practice. Despite recommendations from professional associations, rates of certain tests remained unchanged over a 14-year period.
Researchers at NYU Langone Health have successfully halted and reversed the growth of certain cancerous white blood cells in T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL) by blocking a specific protein receptor called CXCR4.
NYU Langone Medical Center has been awarded a $15 million federal grant to help primary care practices use the latest evidence to improve heart health. The grant, part of the EvidenceNOW Initiative, aims to reduce cardiovascular risk factors and study effective practice improvement strategies.
A new study by NYU Langone Medical Center and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene found that New Yorkers spend an average of over 7 hours a day sitting, greatly exceeding the recommended healthy levels. College-educated individuals, higher-income residents, and those aged 65 or older spent the most time sedentary.
Researchers at NYU Langone found that contact lens wearers have a diverse set of microorganisms in the eyes that resemble those on their eyelid skin. This study suggests that improved eyelid and hand hygiene may help prevent eye infections
A novel survey of New Yorkers with tattoo-related complications found high rates of infection, itching and swelling that lasted longer than four months. Physicians warn of potential long-term consequences due to poorly understood chemical composition of colored inks.
Researchers from NYU Langone present 30 abstracts on various cancer types, including immunotherapy studies for melanoma and pediatric leukemia. Key findings highlight the potential for personalized medicine and improved outcomes in cancer patients.
Medical ethicists propose a solution to the US organ shortage crisis by introducing an 'uncontrolled donation after circulatory determination of death' (UDCDD) approach. This method considers deceased individuals for donation even outside hospitals, allowing families to decide later if they want to preserve organs for potential donation.
A new study found that nearly all parents of overweight boys and approximately 88% of parents of overweight girls perceive their children as 'about the right weight'. The researchers also found that African-American families are more likely to misperceive their child's weight, while family income increases lead to correct perceptions.
Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center identified a crucial role for calcium signaling in controlling inflammation during chronic lung infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Calcium channels play a key role in shutting down the immune response and preventing injurious inflammation.
Researchers at NYU Langone discovered that mitochondria are essential for stem cell development, directly controlling the growth and maintenance of inner membranes inside mitochondria. The study found that blocking ATP synthase stalled egg cell development from stem cells in fruit flies.
A new study found that nearly 40% of multiple sclerosis patients who stopped taking their medication experienced some level of disease activity. Patients who stopped taking their medication were more likely to experience relapses and disability progression than those who continued treatment.
The new guidelines emphasize the importance of discussing treatment options with patients after a first seizure, weighing individual risks and benefits. Immediate treatment with an epilepsy drug may reduce recurrent seizures within two years, but its effectiveness decreases after three years.
A study of 1,964 patients found extending natalizumab dosing up to 8 weeks is well-tolerated and effective in treating MS disease activity. No cases of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy were reported in the extended dosing group.
Researchers discovered an unprecedentedly diverse collection of bodily bacteria in isolated Yanomami Indians, with a 40% lower diversity than those in industrialized countries. The study suggests a link between modern antibiotics and reduced microbiome diversity, potentially driving diseases like obesity and diabetes.
Researchers have discovered how oxytocin acts on individual brain cells to prompt specific social behaviors. Adding oxytocin to adult mice' brains allowed them to learn and perform social tasks, suggesting potential treatments for social anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.
In a deadly, rapidly spreading infectious disease like Ebola, traditional randomized clinical trials may be inadequate. Alternative trial designs can provide useful information and are morally justifiable, says a new article in the American Journal of Bioethics.
A pilot study published in Addiction journal found that extended-release naltrexone significantly reduced opioid relapse rates among mostly heroin-dependent men released from New York City jails. After one month, 88% of participants in the control group relapsed, compared to 38% in the treatment group.
The scientific community is facing a 'pollution problem' due to plagiarism, fraud, and predatory publishing, threatening the trustworthiness and reliability of research. Dr. Arthur Caplan proposes a national meeting to address this issue and promote sustainable publishing practices.
A molecular pathway permits stem cells to grow rapidly and aggressively in pediatric bone cancers, according to researchers at NYU Langone Health. The transcription factor Sox2 releases the floodgates in the Hippo pathway, allowing for the growth of highly aggressive tumor-forming stem cells.
Researchers tracked neuronal activity in dendritic nerve branches as mice learned motor tasks, finding that calcium ion spikes triggered changes in connection strengths. The study identified a unique cell type controlling lightning bolt patterns, which stored new information without disrupting existing memories.
A new study from NYU Langone Health has identified the most common causes of hospital readmissions following total hip and knee arthoplasty procedures. The study found that surgical complications accounted for 54% of readmissions, with an average cost of $36,038 for total hip replacements and $61,049 for total knee replacements.
Researchers at NYU Langone found that adolescent patients who undergo high-volume scoliosis surgery have significantly lower reoperation rates compared to those with low-volume surgeons. The study suggests that experienced spine surgeons can reduce complications and need for revision surgeries.
A study published by NYU Langone researchers found that patients with diabetes who undergo ankle fracture surgery have significantly longer lengths of stay and total hospital charges compared to non-diabetics. Patients with complicated disease also experience worse trends, with increased costs and prolonged hospital stays.
As the US population ages, chronic subdural hemorrhage (SDH) is expected to become the most common adult brain condition requiring neurosurgical intervention. By 2030, hospitals and neurosurgeons may be under-manned to handle the projected increase in patients with SDH.
A new survey from NYU Langone Medical Center found that most physicians believe diet is as important as statin therapy in preventing heart disease, and would welcome additional training in nutrition. The study suggests that improving physician knowledge on diet could lead to better patient outcomes.
A study of over 18,000 patients found that newer drug-coated stents have similar long-term rates of death as traditional bypass surgery. However, the stent group had slightly more heart attacks in the long term.
A new computational tool identifies 800 ways people are at increased risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), allowing for personalized prediction guides. The algorithm, developed by NYU Langone Medical Center researchers, can predict PTSD risk less than two weeks after a traumatic event.
Researchers analyzed medical test records for over 300,000 people and found a significant link between fine-particulate-matter pollution and stenosis in internal carotid arteries. This study suggests that lowering pollution levels may reduce the incidence of carotid artery stenosis and stroke.
The new quality measures aim to improve detection and treatment of childhood obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by tracking the quality of services provided by clinicians. The measures, endorsed by the American Association of Sleep Medicine, focus on five desirable processes for pediatric patients with suspected OSA.
A new study from NYU Langone Medical Center found that over 40% of low-risk prostate and breast cancer patients in certain US regions received inappropriate tests. The research suggests that regional culture and infrastructure play a significant role in the use of imaging tests, with some areas exhibiting more appropriate use than others.
Researchers found that brain cells coding for direction remained electrically active during deep sleep as they were during wake time, with visual and vestibular cues guiding them. This discovery could help develop navigational treatments for Alzheimer's and other neurological disorders.
Researchers are advancing blood biomarker capabilities using the Simoa technology, which offers unprecedented improvement in sensitivity proteins for detecting traumatic brain injury. The technology allows for more effective measurement of low concentrations of proteins such as tau, enabling more accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center discovered that the specialized DNA-binding protein CTCF is essential for precise gene expression in developing embryos. The findings shed light on how Hox genes maintain cellular positioning and position-specific gene regulation.
A new study by NYU Langone Medical Center researchers found that locating full-service supermarkets in food deserts has no appreciable impact on household food availability or children's dietary intake. The introduction of a government-subsidized supermarket did not result in significant changes in dietary habits, despite the expectati...
The NYU Langone-Technion partnership aims to accelerate breakthroughs in cancer research through joint efforts. Funded by a $9 million gift, the partnership will support six cancer-focused research projects and establish a state-of-the-art research facility in Israel.
Two tiny bits of non-coding genetic material, miR-382 and miR-516b, have been found critical to stalling melanoma's spread in early-stage tumors. These microRNAs may help identify patients most likely to spread and benefit from more aggressive therapy.
Researchers at NYU Langone Health have discovered a new pathway to slow down tumor growth in cancers with BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic mutations. By inhibiting the action of polymerase theta enzyme, cancer cell growth can be cut by more than half.
Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center developed a novel eye-tracking device to diagnose concussion severity, tracking pupils for over 200 seconds while watching a music video. The study found that trauma patients with normal CT scans were slightly worse at 1-2 weeks after injury and recovered about one month later.
Researchers discovered that trauma-related cues from infancy can lower depressive-like behavior in adults, contrary to previous expectations. The study found that these cues altered the brain's serotonin levels, leading to mood uplift and alleviating depression in grown rats.
Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center stress the importance of blink assessment in facial transplant procedures, as well as during and after surgery. Careful evaluation can help preserve vision and prevent complications such as corneal exposure and eyelid retraction.
Scientists at NYU Langone Health successfully vaccinated deer against chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal brain disorder caused by prions. The vaccine holds promise against similar brain infections in humans and may prevent the spread of CWD to U.S. livestock.
Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center discovered that the gene AUTS2, linked to autism spectrum disorders, stimulates other genes in early brain development. The study suggests that AUTS2 may play a key role in controlling a transcriptional program during early brain development.
Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center developed new technology that tracks eye movements to assess brain injuries, offering a potential biological marker for brain function and recovery. The study found abnormal eye movement ratios in patients with nerve damage or swelling in the brain, which were restored after surgery.
Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center developed a genetically engineered pig model to study inherited arrhythmic syndrome, shedding light on the mechanisms of lethal arrhythmias. The model may lead to the development of better treatments for life-threatening arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death.
A new study shows that hospitals adopting robotic surgery between 2001-2004 performed partial nephrectomies more frequently, preserving organs for kidney cancer patients. This increase in partial nephrectomy rates is attributed to greater institutional experience with robotic surgery.