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Shedding Light on Infant Eye Health: How Anti-VEGF Treatments are Minimizing Myopia Risk in Premature Babies

Explore the impact of anti-VEGF treatments on refractive errors in premature infants, contrasting them with traditional methods and highlighting their potential for reducing high myopia.

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Kidney Protection: Can Lotensin Offer Hope for Chronic Renal Failure?

Discover how Lotensin, an ACE inhibitor, could protect against chronic renal failure by reducing the expression of TGF-β1 and α-SMA, potentially slowing kidney damage.

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Decoding Heart Health After Mitral Valve Surgery: Why Troponin I Levels Matter

Following mitral valve surgery, keeping a close watch on specific indicators can be crucial. This article explores how monitoring cardiac troponin I (cTnI) levels offers a more accurate way to predict patient outcomes compared to traditional methods.

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Leafy Greens to the Rescue: Exploring Benin's Traditional Diarrhea Remedies

In southern Benin, West Africa, traditional medicine plays a vital role in treating common ailments like diarrhea. This article explores an ethnobotanical study identifying 27 local leafy vegetables used as remedies, highlighting their preparation methods, medicinal properties, and potential for developing accessible, improved traditional medicines.

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Sleepless Nights in Rehab? How Sleep Quality Impacts Recovery

A new study reveals that poor sleep quality in older adults undergoing post-acute rehabilitation is a strong predictor of mortality. This article explores the reasons behind sleep disturbances in rehab facilities and offers insights on how to improve sleep for a better recovery.

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Decoding Heartbreak: How TLRs Trigger Myocardial Inflammation

Discover how Toll-Like Receptors (TLRs) impact heart inflammation and cardiovascular diseases. This article explores their role in conditions like I/R injury and myocarditis, offering insights into potential treatments.

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Muscle Velocity Recovery Cycles: A New Window into Nerve Damage?

Discover how Muscle Velocity Recovery Cycles (MVRC) can offer new insights into nerve damage and muscle health, potentially improving diagnosis and treatment strategies for neuromuscular disorders.

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One Ear Silent? Finding Answers for Your Child's Single-Sided Deafness

Discover how MRI provides superior insights into cochlear nerve health in children with single-sided deafness (SSD). Learn about the importance of early and accurate diagnoses for effective support.

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Decoding Brain Pressure: Can We Predict ICP Non-Invasively?

Intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring is crucial for managing severe brain injuries, but current methods are invasive. A recent study investigates a non-invasive approach using aortic pressure to estimate ICP waveforms, potentially revolutionizing brain monitoring.

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Beyond the Stigma: Understanding and Managing Antipsychotic-Induced Side Effects

Learn about extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS), side effects from antipsychotic medications, including practical strategies and the latest treatments for managing these challenges and improving patient well-being.

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