This content is machine translated Case report: Gastrointestinal complications due to DPP4 inhibitors Linagliptin induced pancreatitis DPP4 inhibitors are often used to control blood glucose levels. An increasing number of papers have reported the risk between DPP4 inhibitors and acute pancreatitis (AP); however, the evidence is…
View Post 9 min This content is machine translated COPD Recognize and reduce cardiopulmonary risks An increasing number of studies have shown that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have an increased cardiovascular risk and that COPD exacerbations promote serious cardiac complications. A review…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Varicella zoster virus Adjuvanted subunit vaccine offers long-lasting protection The results of ZOSTER-049 – an extension of two Phase III clinical trials – show that the adjuvanted recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV) can provide protection against shingles for a decade…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Microhematuria as an incidental finding Refer to a nephrologist or urologist? Microhaematuria can be harmless, but it can also be a sign of a serious illness. Although current studies show that in 80% of cases it is an idiopathic cause with…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Non-small cell lung cancer Risk-adapted screening and treatment management Non-small cell lung carcinomas are the most common malignant tumors of the lung. 70–80% of all lung tumors can be assigned to this histology. A distinction can now be made…
View Post 12 min This content is machine translated Compression Lymphoedema and chronic wounds Lymphoedema is a chronic inflammatory disease of the interstitium as a result of primary (congenital) or secondary (acquired) damage to the lymphatic drainage system, which is characterized by inflammation, increased… CME-Test
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated From symptom to diagnosis Abdominal pain – Pelvic congestion syndrome Pelvic congestion synd rome is the second most common cause of chronic lower abdominal pain, but in many cases remains undiagnosed. Pelvic vein syndrome is caused by abnormal dilation of…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Urology Bladder cancer and co. – the latest findings from research The EAU’s annual conference is the largest urological event with thousands of healthcare professionals. In a four-day program, lectures, case discussions and debates were presented as well as live surgeries.…
View Post 2 min This content is machine translated Itchy scalp A pragmatic approach helps Pruritus of the scalp is a common symptom in everyday dermatology. The spectrum of possible causes is very broad. Vázquez-Herrera et al. have identified the six most common causes based…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated From symptom to diagnosis Pancreatitis The diagnosis of acute pancreatitis is based on clinical presentation, serum amylase and lipase levels and imaging studies. In chronic pancreatitis, the inflammation worsens over time and becomes chronic, leading…
View Post 2 min This content is machine translated Equal opportunities Health under consideration of various parameters According to the Swiss Federal Constitution (Art. 2 para. 3 BV), the Swiss Confederation ensures the greatest possible equality of opportunity among its citizens. Switzerland has an exemplary healthcare system…