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Data from a phase 2 randomized clinical trial demonstrate use of the GLP-1 receptor agonist exenatide could be used as a treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension in women.

Recent data highlighted the relationship between different blood types and acne severity, identifying correlations between specific groups.

The results show concomitant recurrent CDI was associated with an IBD flare in 54% of participants. Of this group, 63% received IBD remission-induction therapy before FMT.

An analysis of optic nerve status in young adults suggests the largest RNFL deficits were found in those exposed to tobacco smoke during both fetal life and childhood.

Findings from the study emphasize the importance of disseminating knowledge and education to reduce disease burden after examining healthcare students' knowledge and attitudes towards sickle cell trait (SCT) screening in Ghana.

Results demonstrate that guselkumab was well-tolerated in studies continuing for 1 to 2 years among patients with active psoriatic arthritis regardless of TNFi experience.

Rates of change measured via macular OCT may prove beneficial for monitoring the progression of glaucoma in eyes with suspected glaucoma.

Treatment with trofinetide (DAYBUE) demonstrated statistically significant improvement in the phase 3 LAVENDER study evaluating the drug's safety and efficacy.

Higher baseline Disease Activity Index for Psoriatic Arthritis (DAPSA) was associated with reduced probability of achieving low disease activity or remission.

The investigators also found that PPIs and vonoprazan had equivalent magnitudes of association with CDI in the matched subgroup.

This cardiology case report from Brady Pregerson, MD, features a man in his mid-80s presenting with tachypnea and diabetic ketoacidosis. Check out the ECG and determine the correct diagnosis!

This endocrine case report features a patient in their mid-50s with a history of recent TIA presenting to the hospital with increasing anxiety and insomnia over the past week. Can you determine the correct diagnosis?

A new post-hoc analysis used 5 clinical trials on dupilumab to assess the drug’s effectiveness with and without topical corticosteroids for atopic dermatitis/eczema patients.

A new review considered the progression of 4 treatment options being researched and developed for the treatment of the progressive form of vision loss.

Results of a recent study showed that the risk of pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PJP) is low in patients with giant cell arteritis (GCA) and polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR), therefore discouraging the routine prescribing of PJP prophylaxis for this patient population.

This case report from Brady Pregerson, MD, features a woman in her late 60s with diabetes mellitus and hypertension presenting to the emergency department with 3 hours of chest heaviness, nausea, and lightheadedness. Can you determine the diagnosis?

A new survey analysis delves into Americans' perspective on the CDC, and local and state health departments, and their handling of the pandemic.

Recent data during ECCO 23 show ustekinumab results in higher rates of clinical remission and clinical response in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

A deep learning model can identify both iRORA and cRORA lesions at a similar sensitivity compared with human graders, according to a new analysis.

New research assessed the association between perceived stress and cognitive function in Black and White adults, finding that stress screening for high-risk adults may be needed.

No differences in adverse events, including infusion-related reactions, infections, and hypogammaglobulinemia, were reported among patients receiving rituximab and the biosimilar, CT-P10.

An economic analysis suggests Medicare reimbursement for complex cataract surgery fails to cover increased costs required for the procedure and may affect practice patterns.

New pooled data from DISCOVER-1 and DISCOVER-2 show the injection biologic provided full resolution of dactylitis in three-fourths of patients by week 52.

Data presented in a research letter suggests that medicinal-thermal waters found in a spring in Las Salinas (near Madrid) had positive effects on plaque psoriasis.

Estimates of DR incidence and progression were lower than previously reported for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals served by the Indian Health Service, suggesting the potential for longer intervals between evaluations.

How much do you know about the impact of alcohol on rheumatoid arthritis and its treatment? Take this quiz to find out.

The new guidance is the first update since 2008, replacing the previous risk-based recommendations.

New research from Intermountain Healthcare presented at ACC 2023 examines the prognostic value of disproportionate CAC scores for 1 or more vessels relative to the value of total CAC score for predicting major adverse cardiovascular events.

New data demonstrated that the combined use of prednisone and methotrexate saw positive results in hair regrowth for patients with alopecia totalis or alopecia universalis.

Neutropenia, male gender, high serum creatinine, and albumin were all associated with fatal outcomes.