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Insidermedicine is a daily health and medical video news service created by a leading physicians. Our content library contains videos in many languages including English, Chinese, Spanish, on over 100 different diseases. Joining the likes of the Associated Press and Reuters, Insidermedicine's newstories are featured ...
Insidermedicine is a daily health and medical video news service created by a leading physicians. Our content library contains videos in many languages including English, Chinese, Spanish, on over 100 different diseases. Joining the likes of the Associated Press and Reuters, Insidermedicine's newstories are featured by Google News and The News Room. April 25, 2007 Patients with HIV who are treated with protease inhibitors have an increased risk of heart attack, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Combination antiretroviral therapy has had a dramatic effect in reducing illness and death associated with the HIV virus, however an earlier study showed that the risk of heart attacks increased by 17% with every year a patient spent on antiretroviral. It isn’t known, though, whether all antiretroviral drugs carry this risk. The assessment of the role of any specific drug is difficult because patients with HIV usually receive a combination of drugs, and often switch regimens because of the availability of newer substances, adverse events, or drug regimen failure. Previous studies have shown a relationship between the use of protease inhibitors, a class of antiretroviral drug, and cardiovascular disease, but there is little information on the risks associated with another class of antiretroviral therapy called nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. In this study, more than 23,000 patients infected with the HIV virus were assessed to determine the incidence of heart attack and the association between heart attack and exposure to protease inhibitors or nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. Confirming the earlier results, the researchers found the risk of having a heart attack increased by 16% per year of exposure to protease inhibitors alone, which is equal to twice the risk over five years. Not such effect was observed with nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. It is thought that protease inhibitors raise the level of blood lipid, thereby increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and heart attack. Patients treated with protease inhibitors should have their cholesterol and blood pressure levels monitored, and take steps to reduce their lifestyle-related risk factors. This includes maintaining a healthy weight, eating a low-fat diet rich in fruits in vegetables, and getting regular exercise. Reporting for Insidermedicine, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Stroke Video: Gene Associated With Stroke, Certain Counseling Ineffective for Heart Failure Patients, Pollution Ups Heart Attack Risk
(September 21, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Germany - A new ...
(September 21, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Germany - A new report published in PLoS Biology identifies a gene associated with stroke. Researchers found that the enzyme NOX4 was responsible for nerve cell death following a stroke. An experimental drug tested in mice that inhibited this enzyme significantly reduced post stroke brain damage. From Chicago - Self-management counseling for heart failure patients does appear to improve their outcomes, according to a report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Randomizing over 900 heart failure patients to either self-management counseling or an education program, researchers found that the self-management group did not have reductions in hospitalization or death rates. And finally, from New York - Pollution increases heart attack risk, according to a report published in the American Journal of Epidemiology. Comparing air pollution data to over 8000 out of hospital heart attacks, researchers found that rising levels of air pollution particles were associated with an increase in heart attack occurrence.
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Breast Cancer Video: Complications With Mastectomy and Breast Reconstruction, No Gender Based Differences in HIV Treatment Response, Predictor of Surgical Site Infections
(September 20, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Oregon - Research published ...
(September 20, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Oregon - Research published in the Archives of Surgery describes common complications following mastectomy and breast reconstruction. Studying over 300 women who underwent mastectomy, researchers found that roughly 50% of women who underwent immediate breast reconstruction and needed radiation therapy afterwards developed a complication that resulted in a return to the operating room. From California - A new report published in the Annals of Internal Medicine finds that men and women respond similarly to HIV treatment. Researchers studied over 400 HIV patients, finding that no significant differences in how men and women responded to darunavir and ritonavir. And finally, from New York - Research published in the Archives of Surgery identifies a predictor of surgical site infection. Studying over 200 patients who underwent surgery, researchers found that high blood sugar following the operation was the most significant predictor of infection.
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Prostate Cancer Video: Type D Personality and Heart Risk, PSA Blood Tests Accurate for Prostate Cancer Death Risk, Burnout Among Medical Students (Week in Review)
(September 19, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From the Netherlands - A ...
(September 19, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From the Netherlands - A certain personality profile raises risk of heart problems, according to a report published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes. Studying over 6000 patients, researchers found that people with a type d personality dominated by negative emotions and pessimism were 3x more likely to develop future cardiovascular problems. From New York - A blood test may be able to predict risk of death from prostate cancer, according to a report published in the British Medical Journal. Researchers found that a blood test measuring PSA levels taken at age 60 accurately predicted risk of death from prostate cancer over the following 25 years. From Minnesota - Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association describes the problem of burnout suffered by med-school students. Researchers found that over 50% of 4400 med-school students surveyed suffered burnout, and that around 40% of third and fourth year students admitted to unprofessional conduct or dishonesty related to patient care.
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DASH Diet Video: Call for More Maternal, Newborn and Child Aid, DASH Diet Reduces Risk of Kidney Stones, End of Life Preferences For Cancer Patients and Their Families
(September 17, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From London - Research published ...
(September 17, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From London - Research published in The Lancet calls for more development aid for maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH). Researchers found that development aid for MNCH more than doubled from 2003-2008. However, the amount of aid for MNCH remained static when compared to overall aid for health. From Boston - The DASH diet reduces risk of kidney stones, according to a report published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Researchers studied nearly 3500 individuals, finding that those on the diet--which is high in fruits, vegetables, nuts, dairy products and whole grains and low in red meat and sugar--had much healthier urine samples than those not on the diet. And finally, from Boston - Dying at home is less traumatic to cancer patients and their families than dying in the hospital, according to a report published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Researchers studied nearly 350 patient-caregiver pairs, finding that caregivers were more likely to develop PTSD if the patient died in the hospital, and that the patient's had improved quality of life if dying at home.
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Alzheimer's Disease Video: Maternal Education Saves Millions of Lives, Aerobic Exercise Helps Insomniacs, Gene Tied to Aggressive Alzheimer's
(September 16, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Seattle - Research published ...
(September 16, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Seattle - Research published in The Lancet describes the health benefits of increased maternal education. Studying nearly 200 countries between 1970 and 2009, researchers found that maternal education doubled on average and tripled in poorer nations. Researchers attributed this increase to 4.2 million child lives saved in 2009. From Chicago - Aerobic exercise may improve sleep in insomniacs, according to a report published in Sleep Medicine. Researchers studied 23 adults aged 55 and older, finding that aerobic exercise resulted in self reported good sleep quality and reduced depressive symptoms. And finally, from St. Louis - A report published in Public Library of Science Genetics identifies a genetic variation associated with aggressive Alzheimer's disease. Studying nearly 900 patients, researchers found a genetic marker in the cerebrospinal fluid linked to elevated levels of a protein associated with aggressive Alzheimer's.
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Autism Video: Male Linked Genetic Mutation Connected to Autism, Blood Test Predicts Prostate Cancer Death Risk, 14 Blood Metabolites Indicate Preeclampsia Risk
(September 15, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From New York - Research ...
(September 15, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From New York - Research published in Science Translational Medicine identifies a genetic mutation associated with autism spectrum disorders. Comparing genome samples from nearly 2250 people with ASD to over 10,000 controls, researchers found PTCHD1 mutations in some of those with ASD but in none of controls. These mutations were found almost exclusively in men. From New York - A blood test may be able to predict risk of death from prostate cancer, according to a report published in the British Medical Journal. Researchers found that a blood test measuring PSA levels taken at age 60 accurately predicted risk of death from prostate cancer over the following 25 years. And finally, from Ireland - Research published in Hypertension: Journal of the American Heart Association identifies metabolites in early pregnancy that may predict preeclampsia. Studying nearly 200 women, researchers found unfavorable levels of 14 blood metabolites at 15 weeks gestation was association with as much as 36x increased risk of preeclampsia.
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Type D Personality Raises Heart Risk, Med School Students Suffering Burnout, ADHD Drug Also Benefits Childhood Cancer Survivors (Video)
(September 14, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From the Netherlands - A ...
(September 14, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From the Netherlands - A certain personality profile raises risk of heart problems, according to a report published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes. Studying over 6000 patients, researchers found that people with a type d personality dominated by negative emotions and pessimism were 3x more likely to develop future cardiovascular problems. From Minnesota - Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association describes the problem of burnout suffered by med-school students. Researchers found that over 50% of 4400 med-school students surveyed suffered burnout, and that around 40% of third and fourth year students admitted to unprofessional conduct or dishonesty related to patient care. And finally, from Tennessee - A medication used for ADHD also benefits childhood cancer survivors, according to a report published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Researchers found that the drug methylphenidate improved attentions scores and social skills among over 60 childhood cancer survivors
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Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment, Asthma Drug For MS, Video Games And Decision Making
(Sept 13, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Kansas - A new ...
(Sept 13, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Kansas - A new drug may be able to stop diabetic peripheral neuropathy. This condition can ultimately cause the death of nerves in the extremities and can lead to amputation in those with diabetes. Published in ASN Neuro, reseachers were able to show the efficacy of the new compound, called KU-32, in stopping and even reversing diabetic peripheral neuropathy in mice. From Boston - According to a report appearing in the Archives of Neurology the asthma medication albuterol may help improve the lives of those with multiple sclerosis. Researchers gave albuterol as an additional therapy to patients who were starting a standard MS treatment. Compared to placebo those taking albuterol took longer to experience a relapse of their MS. And finally from Rochester - Playing action video games can train people to make decisions faster. In an new article in the journal Current Biology researchers examined two groups of participants: one played a fast paced action game, and the other a slower strategy game. When given a task where they were asked simple questions about what was shown on a display, those who played the action game reached a conclusion 25% faster with no loss of accuracy.
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H1N1 Complication Rates, Neurodegenerative Disease Progress, Pertussis In California (week in review)
(Sept 12, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - Research published ...
(Sept 12, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - Research published in Nature identifies a possible new treatment for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. Researchers developed a molecule known as IU1, and found that the molecule was able to rid human and mouse cells of certain proteins implicated in neurodegenerative diseases. From California - The California Department of Public Health has reported 3,834 confirmed and suspected cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, in the state. This is 7 times more than the same period in 2009. The Public Health Agency of Canada released a Travel Health Notice reminding travelers to make sure their vaccination is up to date. From Wisconsin - H1N1 infections did not have as many serious complications as other flu strains, according to a report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Researchers studied over 500 H1N1 infected patients, and found that there was no increased risk of serious outcomes when compared to recent seasonal influenza strains.
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Obesity Video: Overweight In Ontario, Protein Involved With Arthritis, CPR And Defibrillation
(Sept 10, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Ottawa - A report ...
(Sept 10, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Ottawa - A report publish in the American Journal of Hypertension found that many adults in Ontario are either overweight or obese. Researchers analyzed data from over 2500 people aged 20-79 in Ontario, finding that half were overweight, and one-fifth were obese. Also, in the participants over 60, nearly half had high blood pressure, although most were receiving treatment for the condition. From Rochester - In a new report published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine, researchers engineered a mouse that lacked a protein called Gαq (G-alpha-q). This protein is involved in determining the survival of cells that attack the bodies' own tissues. WIthout this protein, the mice developed arthritis. And finally from Michigan - In a meta-analysis published online in BMC Medicine, in patients suffering from cardiac arrest, chest compressions prior to defibrillation is just as were just as good as as immediate defibrillation. The researchers did find however that the one-year survival rate was higher in those who had chest compressions first. Chest compressions were also beneficial when emergency medical services took longer to arrive.
