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Chronic Disease
FDA Approves New Alzheimer's Drug, Leqembi. Can It Escape Aduhelm's Fate?
January 07, 2023
Leqembi's starting price is almost half of what Aduhelm's was and the FDA-approved label narrows use to people with early disease. But Medicare coverage restrictions may still apply and there is concern about a side effect called ARIA (amyloid related imaging abnormalities).
Well-Administered Coumadin No Worse for Mental Function Than Pradaxa, Study Finds
December 14, 2022
Pradaxa (dabigatran) and Coumadin (warfarin) came out even in this randomized study. The Brazilian researchers who conducted the study said one explanation for the result is that use of Coumadin was exceptionally well managed because the patients were enrolled a study.
Differences in Patient Characteristics, Treatment of EoE by Allergists and Gastroenterologists
December 12, 2022
Most (91%) of the patients were seen by gastroenterologists. Those seen by allergists were more likely to have comorbid atopic conditions, such as asthma, allergic rhinitis and atopic dermatitis.
Long-term Use of Dupixent Effective for Patients With Asthma Regardless of CRSwNP Status
December 09, 2022
Patients with severe asthma with or without coexisting chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal polyps (CRSwNP) experienced continued improvements in exacerbations and lung function in an extension study.
Keeping a Watch Out — and on — for A-Fib
December 08, 2022
Smartwatches such as the Apple Watch could save insurers money if they detect atrial fibrillation early, but false alarms may be an issue.
Variation by Age of EoE Symptoms May Contribute to Delayed Diagnosis for Some Patients
December 06, 2022
Patients with eosinophilic esophagitis experience a range of symptoms that can vary by age, which may contribute to younger patients experiencing a delay in diagnosis, according to a poster presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting.
Research Shows That Epicardial Fat Tissue Volume May Have Predictive Value For Atrial Fibrillation
November 13, 2022
Past studies have linked epicardial fat to a variety of other heart problems, including diastolic dysfunction, atrial inflammation and atrial systolic function disorders.
Early Identification of CRSwNP Recurrence After Surgery Possible With Regular Follow-Up Exams
November 11, 2022
Adherence to follow-up examinations is crucial for early identification of recurrence of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP).
Characteristics of EoE Differ Among Those With Childhood- and Adult-Onset Disease
November 10, 2022
Despite differing characteristics, patients have similar responses to treatment regardless of when they were diagnosed with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE).
New Brain Signal Technique Could Lead to Personalized Medicine in MS
November 09, 2022
Brain imaging technique may shed light on the clinical-radiological paradox of multiple sclerosis: structural damage in the brain related to the disease does not necessarily predict clinical disability.