Cryoablation (CRYO) is a novel catheter ablation technique for atrial fibrillation (AF). However, uncertainty persists regarding the role of metabolic modifications associated with CRYO. A study published in Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications explores whether CRYO influences the metabolic signature—a possibility not previously investigated.
Serum neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) can help differentiate interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) from overactive bladder (OAB), according to a study published online Nov. 8 in BMC Urology.
A study conducted by Professor Jiyoung Park and her research team in the Department of Biological Sciences at UNIST has identified FAM3C, a metabolism-regulating signaling molecule produced by cancer-associated adipocytes (CAAs), as a key regulator of breast cancer progression within the tumor microenvironment (TME).
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Is that New Year’s resolution to improve your fitness already looking less likely?
It might be Dry January, a New Year’s resolution or just a general curiosity in sobriety, but at the start of each year, millions of American adults skip out on drinking.
Grégoire Courtine, Jocelyne Bloch and their research team have been breaking new ground in the treatment of neurological disorders for over a decade. Here’s a look at some of the promising new therapies they’ve developed.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offers great opportunities when it comes to diagnosing cancer. However, the scanning procedure is extremely sensitive. One of the many problems occurs if the patient moves ever so slightly during the scan, resulting in a blurry image. This makes it more difficult to accurately determine the size and position of the cancer tumor. However, precision treatment, for example directing radiation so that it attacks the tumor but not the healthy tissue around the tumor, requires precision imaging.
What does it take to make meaningful, lasting lifestyle changes? Some may argue it takes a fair amount of willpower to develop new habits, but a person can’t rely on willpower alone.
By MILLENNIUM REPORTER
KAMWALA Ward 5 Councillor Mainda Simataa has kick-started the emergency rehabilitation of pothole-ridden roads in Kamwala Ward, starting with the worst affected – Chongwe Road in Kamwala trading area.
Mr Simataa, who was on site to flag off works says the rehabilitation is sponsored by Gousia Islamic Trust of Kamwala who’ve engaged SAAD Contractors to clean and seal all potholes from Kamwala Prison to Shoprite Mega Store on Kafue Road.
The rehabilitation is estimated to cost over K200, 000 and is split in two phases which divides the 300meter stretch into two 150-meter parts.
Lusaka City Council has since issued a public road closure notice advising road users to use alternative routes.