CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver in Children with Obesity
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver in Children with Obesity: Identifying Risk Factors and Management Strategies

Study investigates possible risk factors for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in children with obesity, highlighting the need for early detection and comprehensive management strategies to prevent disease progression and reduce long-term complications.

March 2022

Bilateral Mastectomy in Unilateral Breast Cancer:
Bilateral Mastectomy in Unilateral Breast Cancer: Addressing Societal Factors to Reduce Unnecessary Procedures

Reducing the use of medically unnecessary contralateral prophylactic mastectomy necessitates societal changes that address enabling factors at the patient, physician, cultural, and system levels, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based decision-making and shared decision-making in breast cancer treatment.

March 2022

Prevalence of COVID-19 among Hospitalized Infants:
Prevalence of COVID-19 among Hospitalized Infants: Insights from Epidemiological Studies

Frequency of COVID-19 among hospitalized infants varies depending on the extent of viral circulation in the community, highlighting the importance of epidemiological surveillance and infection control measures in pediatric healthcare settings.

March 2022

Acute Pancreatitis: Recognizing the Cardinal Sympt
Acute Pancreatitis: Recognizing the Cardinal Symptoms

Acute epigastric pain of sudden onset is the cardinal symptom of acute pancreatitis, emphasizing the importance of prompt recognition and management of this potentially life-threatening condition.

March 2022

Elective Surgery for Diverticulitis: Balancing Ris
Elective Surgery for Diverticulitis: Balancing Risks of Recurrence and Ostomy Formation

Comparative analysis of the risk of recurrence and ostomy formation in patients treated for acute uncomplicated diverticulitis informs decision-making regarding the timing and approach to elective surgery, aiming to optimize outcomes and reduce morbidity in affected individuals.

March 2022

Postviral Effects of COVID-19 on the Olfactory Sys
Postviral Effects of COVID-19 on the Olfactory System: Implications for Olfactory Dysfunction

Inflammation contributes to persistent olfactory deficits in a subset of people recovering from COVID-19, highlighting the need for continued research and clinical monitoring of olfactory function in COVID-19 survivors.

March 2022

The Aesthetics of Nature: Brain Responses to Natur
The Aesthetics of Nature: Brain Responses to Natural Landscape Films

Brain responses to aesthetically appealing natural landscape films are explored, providing insights into the neural mechanisms underlying aesthetic appreciation and emotional engagement with natural environments.

March 2022

Addressing Global Concerns for Physician Wellbeing
Addressing Global Concerns for Physician Wellbeing: Joint Opinion from Leading Cardiovascular Organizations

Leading cardiovascular organizations issue a joint opinion on improving physician wellbeing worldwide, emphasizing the importance of organizational support, systemic reforms, and cultural shifts to promote a healthy work environment and prevent burnout among healthcare professionals.

March 2022

Head Injury in the Elderly: Role of Clinicians in Comprehensive Management

Clinicians play a crucial role in the management of elderly patients with head injury, emphasizing the importance of early assessment, multidisciplinary care, and tailored treatment strategies to optimize patient outcomes.

March 2022

Refuting the Hygiene Hypothesis: Cleanliness and H
Refuting the Hygiene Hypothesis: Cleanliness and Hygiene Do Not Compromise Childhood Immunity

Being clean and hygienic does not lead to poor childhood immunity, refuting the hygiene hypothesis and highlighting the importance of hygiene practices in preventing infectious diseases while maintaining a healthy immune system.

March 2022