Preeclampsia is a serious condition that can happen after giving birth. It can lead to dangerous problems like seizures, stroke, and even death. But there isn't much information about how common this is in Ghana. This makes it hard to create plans to help women there. A recent study looked at how o
Lymphaticovenous anastomosis (LVA) is a surgery that needs careful planning. Doctors need to know exactly where the lymphatic vessels are. This study looked at two methods to find these vessels before surgery: high-frequency ultrasound (HFUS) and indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescent lymphography. HF
Blood clots in the veins, known as venous thromboembolism (VTE), are a major concern for those who have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Even when medical professionals take swift and aggressive action to prevent these clots, they still occur. This study aimed to understand why this happens
Researchers recently tested a new device designed to help doctors spot cervical cancer earlier. This gadget, called the Optoelectronic Imaging Tracing System, is meant to assist in checking women who have a high risk of cervical cancer due to a virus called human papillomavirus (HPV). The study inv
A new study has shed light on a sneaky heart risk that many people overlook. It's all about a type of plaque in our arteries that isn't easily detected. This plaque, known as soft or non-calcified plaque, can be a silent threat. It can lead to heart attacks or even death, even when arteries aren't s
MASLD, or metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, is a common health issue worldwide. It's a condition where fat builds up in the liver due to metabolic problems. Recently, a study called G-MASLD looked at how well simple, non-invasive tests (NITs) work for people with MASLD from d
Vitiligo is a skin condition that causes white patches. It can get worse over time. Doctors often use steroids to treat it. But long-term use can cause problems. A recent study looked at a shorter, lower-dose steroid treatment. The goal was to find a balance. A balance between stopping the vitiligo
Ever wondered how technology is changing knee surgery? A recent study looked into how robots can help with total knee replacements. The goal was to see if these high-tech helpers could accurately resurface the lower part of the thigh bone and keep the natural angle of the knee joint. The study used
Ear surgeries can be quite painful, and finding the right pain relief is crucial. Two methods were put to the test: a nerve block called the superficial cervical plexus block (SCPB) and a common painkiller, intravenous morphine. The goal was to see if the nerve block could be just as good as morphin
A recent study looked into how a cooling patch affects babies during a common vaccine. The focus was on how much pain the babies felt and how happy they were with the whole process. The vaccine in question is the one that protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. The research team wanted to
