Medical Wellness
Coma and general anesthesia demonstrate important similarities
The brain under general anesthesia isn't “asleep” as surgery patients are often told — it is placed into a state that is a reversible coma, according to three…
Protein involved in cystic fibrosis also plays role in emphysema, chronic lung disease
The findings, published online in the December issue of The Journal of Immunology, pave the way toward new treatments to prevent lung damage caused by…
Poor response to anti-anemia drug predicts higher risk of heart disease or death
The results suggest that testing such patients' responsiveness to the drug and keeping blood iron levels a little low might reduce their risk, said Dr. Robert…
Structure of key molecule in immune system provides clues for designing drugs
In a study published in the December 24 issue of Science, the groups of John Lambris, PhD, the Dr. Ralph and Sally Weaver Professor of Research Medicine at…
Newborns with low vitamin D levels at increased risk for respiratory infections
“Our data suggest that the association between vitamin D and wheezing, which can be a symptom of many respiratory diseases and not just asthma, is largely due…
Navigated Liver Surgery: International Partnership
Today, challenging liver surgery is frequently planned and optimized with regard to associated risks with the support of a computer. Based on radiological…