Medicine Research
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Global, regional, and national burden of chronic respiratory diseases and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, 1990-2023: a Global Burden of Disease study.
( nature medicine , 2026 , Article)Chronic respiratory diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, pneumoconiosis, interstitial lung disease (ILD) and pulmonary sarcoidosis, are major global causes of mortality and morbidity. ... -
Global Prevalence and Cancer Risk of Epstein–Barr Virus and Human Papillomavirus Coinfection in Breast Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
( MDPI , 2025 , Article)Background: Breast cancer (BC) is the most frequently diagnosed malignancy and a dominant cause of cancer mortality among women worldwide. Alongside established risk factors, recent studies highlight oncoviruses like ... -
Quantifying the fatal and non-fatal burden of disease associated with child growth failure, 2000–2023: a systematic analysis from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023
(2026 , Article)BackgroundChild growth failure (CGF), which includes underweight, wasting, and stunting, is among the factors most strongly associated with mortality and morbidity in children younger than 5 years worldwide. Poor height ... -
The Neurogenic Inflammation Mediator Endothelin-1 Causes Human Skin Barrier Disruption in Atopic Dermatitis via an ETAR/TRPA1-Axis
( John Wiley and Sons , 2025 , Article)Background: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common, relapsing inflammatory skin disease driven by an immune imbalance, microbial dysbiosis, and skin barrier impairment, culminating in (neurogenic) inflammation and itch. We ... -
N-Lactoyl amino acids: insights from metabolite genome-wide association studies and phenome-wide association analysis
( Oxford University Press , 2025 , Article)N-lactoyl-amino acids (Lac-AA) are emerging as important metabolites with diverse physiological roles. This study integrates metabolomics and genomics to investigate the genetic determinants and clinical relevance of three ... -
Attenuating amygdalin (vitamin B17) toxicity for potential therapeutic uses: insights into controlled release technology-based formulations as a strategy for improving clinical safety
( Taylor and Francis , 2025 , Article)Introduction: Amygdalin, is arguably, one of the most controversial molecules found in nature, with several therapeutic properties, including anticancer, but there are concerns over its toxicity in healthy tissue alike, ... -
Os Styloideum and Third Metacarpal Partial Coalition Nonunion After Traumatic Fracture: A Report of Three Cases
( SAGE , 2025 , Article)The Os Styloideum (OS) is an accessory carpal bone located in the dorsal aspect of the wrist between the base of the second and third metacarpal bones and the trapezoid and the capitate. It is frequently partially coalited ... -
Blue laser as a safe option in laser airway surgery
( Australian Society of Anaesthetists , 2025 , Article)Shortly after Theodore Mainman invented the ruby laser in 1960, it was quickly adopted by otolaryngologists to remove cancerous lesions with precision. Early lasers, however, caused significant tissue damage, and finding ... -
Comparing the accuracy of AI-assisted data extraction versus human double extraction in evidence synthesis: a randomised controlled trial protocol
( BMJ Publishing Group , 2025 , Article)Introduction Traditional data extraction strategies, such as human double extraction, are both time consuming and labour-intensive. Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a promising tool for facilitating data extraction. ... -
Mapping Metabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatotic Liver Disease Models of Care across 17 Middle East and North Africa Countries: Insights into Guidelines, Infrastructure, and Referral Systems
( Xia and He Publishing Inc. , 2025 , Article)Background and Aims: Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) represents an escalating healthcare burden across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region; however, system-level preparedness ... -
Becoming fathers, becoming caregivers: A qualitative exploration of intersectional influences shaping caregiving in an urban poor South Indian setting
( Public Library of Science (PLOS) , 2025 , Article)Background Caregiver engagement is crucial for early child development; however, research on paternal involvement remains limited, particularly in urban settings of the Global South. This exploratory study aimed to understand ... -
Exploring primary care physicians’ role in travel medicine: a scoping review of knowledge, practices, and training
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Background: With the surge in international travel, primary care physicians (PCPs) play a critical role in managing travel medicine (TM) challenges. This scoping review aims to comprehensively synthesize literature on PCPs’ ... -
Arabic translation and psychometric testing of the prenatal eating behaviors screening tool
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Background: Early detection and treatment of eating behavioral problems among pregnant women are essential due to the associated adverse impact on pregnancy and the health of the offspring. Prenatal Eating Behaviors Screening ... -
Small cell lung cancer (SCLC): At the door of targeted therapies
( Association of Basic Medical Sciences of FBIH , 2026 , Article)Small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) is a tobacco-associated neuroendocrine tumor comprising ~15% of lung cancers (~150,000 cases/year). For decades, outcomes stagnated: most patients present with extensive-stage disease, screening ... -
Second pregnancy vaginal birth after cesarean- impact of maternal age on outcomes from a retrospective cohort study
( Walter de Gruyter , 2025 , Article)The rate of cesarean delivery (CD) in Qatar is rising at an alarming rate. Vaginal birth after cesarean section (VBAC) is associated with lower maternal morbidity and is an important option for younger mothers. This study ... -
Hidden in Plain Sight: Low Tacrolimus Metabolism Doubles Kidney Transplant Failure and Drives Infection Related Mortality
( Frontiers , 2025 , Article)Low tacrolimus trough concentration-to-dose ratio (CDR) is recognized as an indicator of high tacrolimus metabolism. However, its impact on long-term transplant outcomes and potential for clinical intervention remains ... -
Pharmacogenetics of Statin-Induced Myopathy: Genetic Gatekeepers Shaping Precision Therapeutics
( Bentham Science Publishers , 2025 , Article)Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, responsible for one-third of all global deaths in 2022 [1, 2]. The burden of CVD is projected to increase substantially in the coming decades, ... -
Commentary on "Comparison of complications in isolated aesthetic liposuction procedures across different techniques: a systematic review and meta-analysis" by Ahmed MB et al. 2025
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2025 , Article)Sir, we have received several inquiries about the methodological approach used in our recent meta-analysis, "Comparison of Complications in Isolated Aesthetic Liposuction Procedures Across Different Techniques: A Systematic ... -
Advances in polycythemia vera treatment with targeted therapies and clinical trials
( Springer Science and Business Media B.V. , 2025 , Article Review)Polycythemia vera (PV) is a chronic myeloproliferative disorder characterized by excessive red blood cell production, leading to a heightened risk of thrombosis, hemorrhage, and progression to myelofibrosis. While traditional ... -
Diverse clinical features of symptomatic Meckel's diverticulum: a multicenter study of 151 consecutive pediatric patients from the Western Balkans
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2025 , Article)Purpose: Symptomatic Meckel's diverticulum (MD) has various clinical presentations and can be easily misdiagnosed. This multicenter study examines the clinical characteristics, management, and outcomes of patients across ...
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