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The Impact of Metabolic Complications in Pregnancy on Later Life Maternal Cardiometabolic Health: Findings From the ROLO Longitudinal Cohort Study - PubMed Pregnancy metabolic complications were associated with an altered cardiometabolic risk profile 10 years postpartum.

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A quantitative study of general practitioners' experience and confidence with subdermal contraceptive implant devices - PubMed This study underscores the need for enhanced General Practitioners' training on subdermal contraceptive implant procedures and guideline updates to optimise service delivery. Given the increasing popularity of subdermal contraceptive implants, addressing these gaps is crucial for ensuring safe and e …

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Associations between impaired awareness of hypoglycaemia and mental health in insulin-treated type 2 and type 1 diabetes in the Hypo-METRICS study - PubMed Our data demonstrated associations between IAH and a greater mental health burden in both insulin-treated T2D and T1D. Addressing these mental health challenges should be an important part of the holistic care of people with IAH and insulin-treated diabetes.

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GLP-1 receptor agonists in asthma: targeting metabolic-inflammatory crossroads - PubMed GLP-1RAs are receiving attention as potentially exciting therapies for treatment of asthma patients with comorbid obesity and/or diabetes mellitus; however, the exact mechanisms underpinning their utility in these cohorts are poorly understood. Further randomised controlled and pragmatic trials are …

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Development and Validation of a Computational Histology Artificial Intelligence-Powered Predictive Biomarker for Selection of Chemotherapy in Advanced Pancreatic Cancer - PubMed The histomorphology-based GvF biomarker predicted differential treatment benefit of first-line GvF. This biomarker can guide optimal treatment selection for first-line therapy in advanced PDAC.

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Trends in Semen Quality: A Contrasting Perspective From a Single-Centre Review in Ireland - PubMed Contrary to concerning reports of a global decline in semen quality, we observed a significant increase in sperm concentration over a 16-year period, with stable rates of oligospermia and azoospermia. These findings emphasise the importance of regional differences and suggest that local factors such …

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Advanced and metastatic prostate cancer: ESMO Clinical Practice Guideline for diagnosis, treatment and follow-up - PubMed Advanced and metastatic prostate cancer: ESMO Clinical Practice Guideline for diagnosis, treatment and follow-up

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Viral Infections in Kidney Transplant Recipients: Current Practice and Updates - PubMed Kidney transplantation is considered the gold standard treatment for patients with end-stage kidney disease. Historically, outcomes in kidney transplantation have been focused on reducing rates of rejection as the dominant cause of graft loss. However, managing the risk of rejection with infection c …

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Association of high-risk CT coronary artery plaque features with major adverse cardiovascular events: a prespecified secondary analysis of the DISCHARGE trial - PubMed Question Do high-risk plaque (HRP) features on coronary CT have incremental prognostic value after adjustment for cardiovascular risk factors in stable chest pain? Findings A combined definition of HRP features on coronary CT was independently associated with major adverse cardiovascular events, wit …

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Bimekizumab efficacy using IHS4 outcomes in hidradenitis suppurativa: Results from BE HEARD I and II - PubMed Bimekizumab-treated patients showed improvements across IHS4 outcome measures.

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Complication Rates and Effectiveness of Renal Angiomyolipoma Embolisation: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis - PubMed Embolisation is a safe primary treatment option for renal angiomyolipomas with high technical and radiologic success, low major complications, and rates of surgical intervention. Embolic agent choice significantly impacted outcomes in this cohort.

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Pneumoperitoneum without significant bowel perforation in patients with blunt trauma: a systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed A noteworthy subgroup of patients with blunt trauma with CT-detected FIA did not exhibit clinically significant bowel perforations. Although FIA remains an important radiologic warning sign, it is not an independent diagnostic indicator of significant hollow viscus injury. Clinical decision-making s …

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Acute cholecystitis in older adults: a national registry-based study of patient outcomes - PubMed Increasing age is associated with worsening outcomes for patients with AC. For the oldest adults, AC is associated with significant risks of morbidity and potential loss of independence.

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Treatment of anorexia nervosa in Ireland: striking an ethical balance - PubMed Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a complex psychiatric illness with severe and life-threatening medical sequelae, including death. Existing evidence-based treatments are linked to good prognosis and full recovery in many. For a small minority of critically ill patients, treatment decisions extend beyond vol …

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Adjacent segment degeneration after superior facet joint violation of the lumbar spine - PubMed Superior FJV on CT didn't significantly increase hazards of disc height loss, listhesis, stenosis, deformity, or reop after fusion.

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No culture? No problem: Clinical utility and pitfalls of non-culture diagnostics for pneumococcal parapneumonic effusions - PubMed Community acquired pneumonia is the primary cause of hospital admission and the most common infectious cause of mortality in developed countries, with parapneumonic effusion and empyema representing frequent complications. Because <i>Streptococcus pneumoniae</i> is the leading microbial cause, accur …

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Steroid-Refractory Cryptogenic Organising Pneumonia (COP) in a Patient With Mannose-Binding Lectin (MBL) Deficiency - PubMed We report a 67-year-old man with a relapse characterised by fever, respiratory failure and bilateral infiltrates following completion of a short-term empirical methylprednisolone regimen for a similar episode. Serum, upper respiratory tract and bronchoalveolar lavage samples were negative for infect …

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An international survey of liver transplant business practices: Identifying best practices and areas for improvement - PubMed Limited information on the business practices of liver transplant (LT) centers worldwide has been published. Characterizing this data could help identify best practices as well as opportunities for improvement. As such, the International Liver Transplant Society (ILTS) Business Practice Committee co …

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Radiographic Progression Without Prostate-specific Antigen Progression in Metastatic Hormone-sensitive Prostate Cancer: A Retrospective Analysis of the ENZAMET Trial (ANZUP 1304) - PubMed DP occurred in 10% of participants and accounted for 30% of progression events observed in ENZAMET. DP was associated with worse OS regardless of treatment. Enzalutamide delayed DP and reduced the risk of DP and OP. Regularly scheduled imaging may be preferable to for-cause imaging in metastatic hor …

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Effect of late-onset on multiple sclerosis phenotype and outcome: evidence from a multi-national registry - PubMed LOMS and vLOMS exhibited a more progressive disease onset and higher disability milestones compared with AOMS.

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Tranexamic Acid Associated With Reduced Postoperative Transfusion Rates in Hip Fracture Surgery: A Retrospective Study - PubMed Aims In hip fracture surgery, blood transfusions are common. Allogenic blood transfusions can be associated with adverse effects, and so their use should be reduced where possible. The current study aims to further the knowledge base around the use of tranexamic acid (TXA) in hip fracture surgery pa …

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Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Complete Response to Avelumab Immunotherapy - PubMed Merkel cell carcinoma is an aggressive form of cancer with poor prognosis, particularly for individuals deemed unsuitable for surgical resection. With new immunotherapy agents being used alone or as an adjuvant treatment, improving long term outcomes are being seen, even for those deemed to be treat …

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Liver transplantation for HCC with macrovascular invasion: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies - PubMed This meta-analysis provides the first pooled HRs for the effect of MVI on LT outcomes, emphasizing the potential for downstaging therapies to mitigate poor prognosis in HCC. The findings advocate for redefining LT eligibility criteria to incorporate successful downstaging protocols, potentially expa …

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National Trends in Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer: Incidence and Challenges in the Republic of Ireland - PubMed In line with global trends, the incidence of EOCRC is increasing in Ireland. Further studies investigating the etiology and optimal treatment strategies for this cohort are necessary.

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ASO Author Reflections: SLNB or TAD After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy: Does Technical Accuracy Translate into Better Oncological Outcomes? - PubMed ASO Author Reflections: SLNB or TAD After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy: Does Technical Accuracy Translate into Better Oncological Outcomes?

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Safety of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors Prior to Liver Transplantation in Hepatocellular Carcinoma - PubMed Our results demonstrate that rejection rates were similar in patients receiving ICIs pre-LT and it can be safely managed.

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Superficial Inferior Epigastric Artery (SIEA) Flap For Autologous Breast Reconstruction: A Single-Institution Experience With Technical Pearls - PubMed Introduction Autologous abdominal tissue transfer is considered the gold standard for breast reconstruction, providing natural composition and texture. The superficial inferior epigastric artery (SIEA) flap represents the least invasive option, sparing both the rectus muscle and fascia. However, its …

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Involuntary treatment of anorexia nervosa in Ireland: Challenges and changes in the legal framework - PubMed Anorexia Nervosa is an eating disorder typified by low body weight, restrictive eating behaviours, and body image distortion. It is associated with significant risk of medical complications, with one of the highest mortality rates of any mental illness. While the majority of patients receive treatme …

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