Significant variations in hip fracture health costs and care between NHS hospitals and regions, study finds
There are significant variations in healthcare spending and care delivery across NHS hospitals in England and Wales following hip fracture, a new study aimed at understanding how hospital…
Researchers examine role of B cells in PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormone disorder in women. Studies have shown that the change in hormones is accompanied by variations in immunological B cells. Researchers…
Multiple sclerosis: new biomarker confirmed for early diagnosis
A study conducted by researchers from the Department of Neurology at MedUni Vienna and University Hospital Vienna has demonstrated for the first time that diagnosis of multiple sclerosis…
THE LANCET: “Cascade of widening inequity” accelerating the global diabetes crisis
New estimates predict that the number of people living with diabetes worldwide will more than double from 529 million in 2021 to more than 1.3 billion in 2050,…
Peritoneal dialysis: New treatment option against infections
Inflammations of the peritoneum (peritonitis) are as frequent as they are feared complications in peritoneal dialysis, a form of kidney replacement therapy for independent use at home.