Ablative radiation therapy can be an alternative option to surgery for the treatment of localized, resectable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, particularly in cases of high surgical risk.
Geographic atrophy and choroidal or macular neovascularization have previously been seen as separate entities, but the latest evidence supports a high probability of their coexistence.
Blunt thoracic aortic injury in an older person is a critical clinical emergency. Optimal timing and sequence of interventions is crucial in cases co-presenting with pelvic vascular injuries and hemodynamic instability, What is the most appropriate approach?
Alteplase treatment 4.5–24 hours after posterior circulation stroke in patients who did not have thrombectomy may improve the chances of functional independence compared with standard medical care.
PET imaging is playing an increasingly critical role in managing AD. Our expert-led program will empower you with practical strategies and real-world case studies to effectively integrate it into clinical practice.
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Blunt thoracic aortic injury in an older person is a critical clinical emergency. Optimal timing and sequence of interventions is crucial in cases co-presenting with pelvic vascular injuries and hemodynamic instability, What is the most appropriate approach?
Retinal artery occlusion is a rare complication of infective endocarditis. Following the diagnosis of bilateral RAO, TEE revealed the presence of mobile vegetation on the mitral leaflet. Blood culture confirmed E. rhusiopathiae endocarditis.
Blood-tinged saliva, light-headedness, difficulty speaking and a foreign body sensation in the throat were all reported by a 65-year-old man with severe anemia. The cause? Oropharyngeal leech infestation.
Why are disease-modifying treatments for osteoarthritis such a difficult proposition?
Despite multiple attempts, no DMOAD is yet approved for clinical use. Prof. Ali Mobasheri takes us through the main challenges, the work being done to make these so-called utopia drugs a reality, and discusses other advances that offer hope in the meantime.
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a disease that primarily affects older patients, with a median age at diagnosis of 72 years. Older patients, in this review defined as 80 years or older, comprise about 20% of patients with CLL yet remain …
The prevalence of obesity is rising around the world, as the number of subjects dieting and experiencing weight loss followed by unintentional weight regain, the so-called weight cycling (WC). In this narrative review we sought to reveal the …
Hematological malignancies are common among older adults, a group that faces unique challenges in treatment. While hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and CAR-T therapy offer promising, potentially curative and durable treatment options for …
Although bariatric and metabolic surgery (BS) has proved effective in the treatment of obesity based on the reduction in fat mass and the remission of comorbidities, there is also loss of lean mass after BS which could compromise muscle …
Roughly 50% of women over 50 experience sexual dysfunction, yet fewer than 20% report it to their doctor, thinking these changes are 'just part of aging'.
As doctors, we should be helping women lead sexually healthy and fulfilling lives as they age. Prof Holly Thomas tells us how.
PET imaging is playing an increasingly critical role in early diagnosis of AD, disease staging, and guiding treatment decisions. But how can you effectively integrate it into clinical practice? Our expert-led program will empower you with practical strategies and real-world case studies.
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Refine the application of CGM technology in primary care to enhance the management of type 2 diabetes. Benefit from key updates and experiential learning using CGM devices, and practice your clinical decision-making skills.
Emerging biomarkers and disease-modifying therapies for Alzheimer’s disease promise significant changes in how the condition is diagnosed and managed. Guide yourself through this transition with our education program, led by world renowned experts and covering the biggest international conferences.
This content is intended for healthcare professionals outside of the UK.
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a disease that primarily affects older patients, with a median age at diagnosis of 72 years. Older patients, in this review defined as 80 years or older, comprise about 20% of patients with CLL yet remain …
According to Global Cancer Statistics 2020, gastric cancer (GC) is the fifth most common cancer and the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide [ 1 ]. Similar to most solid tumors, disease progression in GC is usually associated with …
The prevalence of obesity is rising around the world, as the number of subjects dieting and experiencing weight loss followed by unintentional weight regain, the so-called weight cycling (WC). In this narrative review we sought to reveal the …
Frailty is a critical factor that significantly impacts outcomes in heart failure. Accurate and timely diagnosis is essential for improving patient prognoses. Ensure you know the key diagnostic determinants.
Retinal artery occlusion is a rare complication of infective endocarditis. Following the diagnosis of bilateral RAO, TEE revealed the presence of mobile vegetation on the mitral leaflet. Blood culture confirmed E. rhusiopathiae endocarditis.
Alteplase treatment 4.5–24 hours after posterior circulation stroke in patients who did not have thrombectomy may improve the chances of functional independence compared with standard medical care.
