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Talking without vocal cords? A new AI-supported technology may help
A team of bioengineers from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has developed a thin, flexible device measuring just over 2.5 cm2 that adheres to the neck and converts laryngeal muscle movements into audible speech. The self-powered technology could serve as a non-invasive tool for restoring normal vocal function in patients with dysfunctional vocal cords.
Bimekizumab in the treatment of moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa – another approved indication for this biological agent
In May, the primary results of the BE HEARD I and II studies evaluating the efficacy and safety of the IL-17A and IL-17F inhibitor bimekizumab in the treatment of moderate to severe hidradenitis…
Reducing Overall Mortality by Combining Three Antihypertensives into a Single Pill
Treating hypertension to recommended target blood pressure values often requires a combination of three antihypertensives. By simply combining these three substances into a single pill, it is…
Current European Recommendations for the Treatment of Renal Colic Due to Urolithiasis
At the annual congress in Milan in 2023, new recommendations from the European Association of Urology (EAU) for the acute treatment of patients with renal colic were presented. We summarize the key…
MD Šimon Kozák: In algology, nothing works miraculously overnight! It is important to seek advice from specialists
Why is it not advisable to rely on one method in pain treatment? What about patients with a mixed type of pain, whose numbers are increasing? And why shouldn’t surgical solutions for back pain be the…
Efficacy and Safety of Fenfluramine in the Treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome – An Overview of Current Knowledge
In a recently published article, British authors summarize the current knowledge on the efficacy and safety of fenfluramine (FFA) in the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS, a developmental and…
Spectrum of Mechanisms of Action of Fenfluramine in the Treatment of Rare Epilepsies
Fenfluramine (FFA) is an anticonvulsant used in the treatment of rare epilepsies such as Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. In addition to effectively reducing seizure frequency, it also…
Hybrid Cooperating Complexes in Osteoarthritis Treatment
Intra-articular application of corticosteroids and hyaluronic acid is part of the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) in patients for whom oral or topical treatment does not provide sufficient response.…
Possibilities of Cannabis Use in Tourette Syndrome Therapy
A retrospective analysis and online survey conducted at a psychiatric clinic in Hanover, Germany, investigated the effectiveness and safety of using cannabis products in patients with Tourette…
Bimekizumab in the Treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis
Arthritis can appear in up to a third of patients with psoriasis, mostly after the onset of skin symptoms. Early recognition of this transition by dermatologists and general practitioners is crucial,…
With Dr. Miroslav Nečas, Ph.D., on the conclusions of the recent consensus of the expert panel on the practice of biological treatment of psoriasis
This February, an expert consensus on the use of bimekizumab in the treatment of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) was published based on a literature review of 102 articles, from which 19…
Interactive Case Study: Use of Cannabis Extract for Local Treatment of Neuropathic Pain
We have been using cannabis for pain treatment for several years. We also have good experiences with it in difficult-to-control symptoms of neuropathic pain, as illustrated in the following case…
OHD 2024: What’s New in Data and Experiences from Real Practice with Venetoclax Regimens?
How to utilize venetoclax regimens most effectively for treating chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in real practice was the topic of a satellite symposium organized…
CASE STUDY: Rocker who can enjoy life again thanks to DM2 compensation p.o. semaglutide and better lifestyle
Diabetologist MUDr. Lucie Radovnická from Masaryk Hospital in Ústí nad Labem illustrates the case of her patient − a sympathetic rocker who enjoys life including concerts, beer, and good food −…
Hybrid Cooperative Complexes in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis
Intra-articular application of corticosteroids and hyaluronic acid is part of the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) in patients for whom oral or topical treatment does not provide sufficient response....