A new artificial intelligence system developed by researchers at MIT and collaborating institutions accurately matches real-time surgical X-rays with a patient’s preoperative 3D medical scans in seconds with sub-millimeter precision. Named xvr, short for X-ray volume registration, the framework adapts to individual patients in about five minutes to help clinicians precisely guide minimally invasive surgical … Read more
New research shows that attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is linked to an almost 50% increase in overall gastrointestinal symptoms, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Attention Disorders. Led by researchers at the University of Warwick, the study analyzed data from over 1.9 million people across 23 studies, revealing a significant overlap … Read more
Hidden features within the spleen detected on abdominal imaging scans can signal a person’s risk of developing coronary artery disease, according to a new study published in Science Translational Medicine. Led by investigators from Mass General Brigham, the research leverages artificial intelligence and genomic analyses to uncover how blood-forming and immune functions in the spleen … Read more
Living in a socially vulnerable neighborhood significantly impacts a woman’s cardiovascular health, according to a 20-year study published in Circulation: Population Health and Outcomes. Researchers at the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute found that women in these areas score 6 to 10 points lower on heart health metrics, with faster health declines observed as they … Read more
New research published in Science Translational Medicine indicates that congenital cerebral ventriculomegaly (CCV)—a condition marked by fluid-filled brain ventricle swelling—is frequently linked to rare, damaging gene mutations. According to investigators at the Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute, these genetic findings suggest that CCV is often a marker of underlying neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, … Read more
The Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine, typically used to prevent tuberculosis, may remodel the brain’s immune environment to potentially lower Alzheimer’s disease risk, according to research published in Communications Medicine. A year-long study led by Mass General Brigham investigators found the vaccine increased immune cell responsiveness and altered Alzheimer’s-related biomarkers in older adults without pre-existing pathology. … Read more
People with diabetes face significantly slower recovery times and higher rates of long-term complications following COVID-19 infection, according to a study published in Scientific Reports. Research from the University of São Paulo, which tracked 870 hospitalized patients for up to seven months, found that diabetics experienced increased frailty, higher risks of cardiovascular events, and a … Read more
More than 2 million students in India recently resat the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) following the cancellation of results due to widespread allegations of question paper leaks. The re-examination, conducted under heavy security, highlights systemic vulnerabilities in India’s high-stakes testing infrastructure, where millions compete annually for a limited number of medical school seats. Authorities … Read more
A new study from Duke-NUS Medical School and the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) reveals that 62 percent of Singaporean adults experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression are willing to seek support from peers, even if they have avoided professional medical intervention. Published in the Singapore Medical Journal, the research indicates that peer-led initiatives could … Read more
Researchers have identified a novel genetic disorder caused by biallelic loss-of-function variants in the TMEM63B gene, according to a report published in the American Journal of Human Genetics. This condition manifests as severe childhood interstitial lung disease, distinct from previously identified neurological symptoms linked to different mutations in the same gene. The discovery, facilitated by … Read more