This content is machine translated Foramen ovale persistens Closure as recurrence prophylaxis in stroke patients? The overall number of strokes induced by a patent foramen ovale is small. It is somewhat higher, although still moderate, in cryptogenic ischemic insults. Does a PFO closure help? …
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Ankylosing spondylitis Help from TNF inhibition? One of the therapeutic goals in ankylosing spondylitis is to reduce spinal ankylosing progression. Data from the AxSpA cohort SCQM provide further evidence regarding the efficacy of TNF inhibitors.
View Post 12 min This content is machine translated Mental illness in pregnancy Mother and child in view Mental illness affects the mother and fetus, as well as later child development. Conversely, pregnancy can also influence the disease. These interactions present treating physicians with a special challenge that…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Mycoses Genital candidiasis: diagnosis and management Dermatoses in the genital area are very distressing for those affected. What risk factors are known and what is the current state of knowledge regarding therapy?
View Post 2 min This content is machine translated New laser systems Low side effects thanks to optimized precision? The newly developed SWT technology (Selective Waveband Technology) combines the advantages of conventional laser systems and IPL.
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Vaccination schedule 2019 Vaccinate according to the “magic formula In March 2019, the Federal Office of Public Health plans to publish the new vaccination schedule. Dr. Niederer-Loher from KS St. Gallen gave a first insight at the medical congress in…
View Post 2 min This content is machine translated Benefit-risk profile Which laser for which vascular lesion? Modern laser systems have an indispensable role in the therapy of vascular malformations. New technological developments make choosing the right device a challenge. What to look for to get the…
View Post 2 min This content is machine translated Aesthetic medicine New non-invasive method for fat reduction Maintaining a youthful appearance has been a goal for centuries. Thanks to technical advances, the range of possibilities is becoming ever wider. A new microwave device and advancedCO2 lasers are…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Mobile communication and health How much radiation are we receiving? What is the current state of knowledge regarding health effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF)? Is there or is there not a statistical relationship between the prevalence of brain tumors…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Abdominal pain Cause often psychosocial Abdominal complaints have a high prevalence and the diagnosis is very multilayered and complex. In addition to a wide range of possible somatic causes, psychosocial factors often play a role.
View Post 9 min This content is machine translated Cigarette addiction Smoking cessation counseling in practice: Of hurdles and obstacles Physicians have a central role to play with regard to tobacco cessation. Smokers need to be identified in the consultation so that they can be referred to appropriate treatment. The…