Diabetes drug semaglutide proves beneficial for patients with chronic kidney damage and obesity
The diabetes drug semaglutide, also known as Ozempic, has a positive effect for patients with chronic kidney damage and obesity. They
Tenofovir amibufenamide does not alter lipid levels in patients with chronic hepatitis B
The effect of tenofovir amibufenamide (TMF) on blood lipid profiles in patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) remains unclear. This study aimed to explore whether TMF affects blood lipids during 48 weeks in patients with CHB.
Investigating the relationship between COPD and liver disease in alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the misfolding and accumulation of the mutant variant of alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) within hepatocytes, which limits its access to the circulation and exposes the lungs to protease-mediated tissue damage.
Study: GLP-1RA not associated with acute kidney injury risk during anti-cancer treatments
Glucagon-like peptide-1-receptor agonists (GLP-1RA) are medications that are increasingly prescribed for patients with type 2 diabetes and congestive heart failure. Reports of GLP-1RA–associated acute kidney injury (AKI) have emerged, but the risk of GLP-1RA–associated AKI among patients on anti-cancer drugs is unclear.
Surge in GLP-1 drug use for obesity coincides with drop in bariatric surgery
Researchers from Mass General Brigham and collaborators found that use of GLP-1 drugs to treat obesity more than doubled from 2022 to 2023 while rates of surgery dropped by one quarter.
Extracellular vesicles play key role in cancer drug resistance
Despite significant advancements in cancer treatment, drug resistance remains a persistent challenge. Cancer cells can often develop resistance to treatments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy, leading to reduced treatment efficacy.
Advanced fibrosis linked to liver complications in biopsy-proven MASLD
Data regarding risk factors and long-term outcomes of U.S. patients with biopsy-proven metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) are limited.
Are back problems influenced by your gut?
Findings suggest gut microbiome dysbiosis may influence lumbar degenerative spondylolisthesis, impacting inflammation and pain management strategies.
Dr Michael Mosley's diet reverses type 2 diabetes in days, study finds
Men who followed the plan were able to stop injecting themselves with insulin within a month of starting their fasting schedule, a study has claimed
For type 2 diabetes, focusing on when you eat – not what – can help control blood sugar
New study shows time-restricted eating is effective for managing type 2 diabetes, offering a simple and achievable dietary approach.
New insights into rejection entities in kidney transplantation
Investigators recently uncovered key insights into newly defined rejection entities in kidney transplantation that may offer improved patient risk categorization post-transplant. The research will be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2024 October 23– 27.
Popular diabetes, weight loss drug could reduce risk of Alzheimer's disease
A new study suggests that semaglutide, used for type 2 diabetes and weight loss under brand names like Wegovy and Ozempic, could also lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Semaglutide may reduce Alzheimer's risk in diabetics
Researchers use real-world data in the United States to evaluate the protective role of semaglutide against Alzherimer’s disease.
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