This content is machine translated Immunotherapy Untapped potential in early disease stages Over the last decade, immunotherapy using checkpoint inhibitors has become established in the treatment of many oncological conditions. Especially in advanced tumor disease, ipilimumab, nivolumab and co. play a significant…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated The metabolic patient Type 2 diabetes: reducing cardiovascular risk through lipid lowering Diabetes is associated with increased cardiovascular risk. Multifactorial therapy of the four major risk factors of blood glucose, weight, hypertension, and dyslipidemia in individuals with type 2 diabetes is challenging.…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Aesthetics Volume building and remodeling of facial contours with hyaluronic acid Due to its properties, hyaluronic acid is particularly suitable for the treatment of wrinkles caused by the loss of volume of the skin and loss of its elasticity with age.
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated SARS-CoV-2 Pelargonium sidoides shows antiviral and immunomodulatory effects in vitro. Currently available treatment options against Covid-19 are very limited and research for effective drugs is feverish. An international team of scientists recently published results of a preclinical in vitro study indicating…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Hypopigmentation New guideline on vitiligo According to experts, vitiligo is a chronic skin disease and not just a cosmetic problem. The S1 guideline, published under the auspices of the German Dermatological Society, summarizes current evidence-based…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Wound prophylaxis and care Management of postoperative wound infections During operations, it is not possible to achieve absolute sterility despite optimal hygiene measures. Thus, postoperative wound infections are a relevant clinical problem even today despite antiseptic techniques. In addition…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Type 2 diabetics with overweight Dulaglutide in higher dosage additionally promotes weight reduction GLP-1 receptor agonists not only improve glycemic control but also support weight loss and have also demonstrated additional cardio- and neprotective benefits. Dulaglutide (s.c.) has been successfully used for the…
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated A portrait of malignant pleural mesothelioma A disease at its peak Exposure to asbestos until 1990 is taking its toll – including the still-increasing number of malignant pleural mesotheliomas in Switzerland. The life expectancy of those affected is extremely low at…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Rhinosinusitis, epistaxis and tonsillitis ENT diseases in family practice In family practice, patients with ear, nose, and throat disorders are common outside of the cold season. Above all, a runny nose and sore throat are part of everyday practice.…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Atopic dermatitis Long-term efficacy of baricitinib proven In adult patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, long-term therapy with the JAK inhibitor baricitinib maintained improvements achieved after 16 weeks for 68 weeks, new data show. A pooled…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Systemic lupus erythematosus Innovative therapeutic approaches on the rise – pioneering new treatment strategies Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) carries a high risk of life-threatening organ damage, but there is new hope for sufferers. In recent years, the development of innovative treatment options has been…
