Wireless Monitoring Informs Acid Reflux Therapy
Measuring acid reflux with a wireless electrode can help clinicians determine if patients can stop taking proton pump inhibitors, a medication commonly prescribed for gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Browsing: Clinical Breakthroughs
Novel Drug May Increase Bone Growth in Children with Achondroplasia
A first of its kind drug called vosoritide may increase bone growth in children with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism, according to findings from a recent clinical trial.
Antibiotic Treatment for Appendicitis Shows Similar Patient Outcomes as Surgery
A nationwide clinical trial has found that patients taking antibiotics for appendicitis reported the same quality of life measures as those who underwent surgery.
Utilizing B-Cells to Promote Glioblastoma Immunity
Northwestern investigators have developed a novel vaccine that utilizes a specialized group of B-cells to promote anti-tumor immunity against glioblastoma.
Drug May Delay Progression of Ovarian Cancer
The drug rucaparib significantly delayed cancer progression for women with ovarian cancer and may be an effective option for maintenance therapy, according to findings from a recent clinical trial.
New Chemotherapy Alternative for Lymphoma
A new immunotherapy treatment for recurrent B-cell lymphoma was found to be safe in a trial of nearly 350 patients, according to a study published in The Lancet.
Earlier Treatment May Reduce Cardiovascular Disease
Starting cholesterol-lowering treatment earlier may increase the its benefits, reducing heart attack and stroke over time, according to a Northwestern Medicine study.
Breast and Ovarian Cancer Drug Extends Prostate Cancer Survival
Men with advanced prostate cancer who were treated based on the genetic makeup of their cancer survived significantly longer than those treated with standard treatments, according to a new study.
New Biomarkers for Glioma Treatment Response
Biomarkers using mass cytometry can assess patient response to an emerging treatment for pediatric brain tumors, according to a recent multi-center study.
Mixed Record on Lifestyle Advice for Pediatric Fatty Liver
Lifestyle advice has been only somewhat effective in controlling or slowing the progression of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in children, according to a recent study published in Gastroenterology.