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If your vision is at risk: modern treatments for retinal diseases
Vision is one of the most important senses that help humans find their way in the world around. About 80% of information comes to us through the eye, and the loss of this ability can seriously affect the quality of life, limiting the work performance, complicating daily activities and participation in social life.
A novel method of prostate cancer radiotherapy: maximum effect with minimal risks
Usually, in the case of a malignant tumor, the entire prostate is irradiated. However, modern imaging tools allow a gentler approach: targeting only the malignant focus.
Orthobiology: painless movements without scalpel and anesthesia
There have been many evolutionary changes in modern orthopaedics, but not so many truly revolutionary breakthroughs. Among the latter is the emergence of orthobiological methods for treating injuries and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
New applications of sacituzumab govitecan for breast cancer
A large-scale study has shown that a drug approved for treatment of triple-negative breast cancer is also effective in metastasizing hormone-positive tumors.
A new endometriosis treatment option is available in Giessen
The growth of endometrium-similar tissue outside the womb causes severe pain. A procedure that helps to relieve women of one of the most troublesome endometriosis manifestations has been developed in Giessen (Germany).
Let's talk about hallux valgus: what it is, why it occurs and how it can be treated
Hallux valgus, commonly referred to as "bumps" or "bunions" on the feet, is a common orthopaedic problem. It causes pain and makes you give up elegant shoes. Let's understand the causes, as well as various treatment options for a very common, yet a very troublesome condition.
Mechanism of childhood medulloblastoma cell transformation has been uncovered in Heidelberg
The tissue of medulloblastoma with extensive nodularity, which resembles the structure of a grapevine, has both malignant and benign cells. Scientists from Heidelberg were able to identify the mechanism of their transformation.
A new drug to treat colorectal cancer now approved in Europe
The European Medicines Agency has approved a new drug for the treatment of bowel cancer. It is a targeted substance that aims only at certain receptors on the tumor, inhibiting its growth.