Plozasiran Reduces Triglycerides, Pancreatitis Risk in Persistent Chylomicronemia
September 3rd 2024The first-in-class, investigational RNA interference drug plozasiran was found to lower triglyceride levels and incidence of pancreatitis compared to placebo in patients with persistent chylomicronemia, including patients with familial chylomicronemia syndrome.
Olaparib Demonstrates Efficiency in Biochemically Recurrent Prostate Cancer
August 30th 2024According to a recent Phase II clinical trial conducted by Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, all enrolled patients experienced a prostate-specific antigen reduction of 50% or more when treated with Olaparib.
OASIS Trials Show Efficacy of Elinzanetant in Reducing Hot Flashes in Postmenopausal Individuals
August 26th 2024Elinzanetant was found to significantly lower the frequency and severity of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms with statistically significant improvements in sleep disturbances and menopause-related quality of life.
Study Shows Infusion of Amino Acids Reduces Risk of Acute Kidney Injury Following Cardiac Surgery
August 23rd 2024Mild or moderate acute kidney injury has been linked to increased morbidity and mortality, with a greater risk of chronic kidney disease in patients who undergo cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass.