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Dust Mite Allergies: Common Does Not Mean Trivial

22. 7. 2021 Source: Dust Mite Allergy

Dust mite allergies are almost ubiquitous problems that we perceive as part of the 'broader norm.' However, patients do not see it this way, so we should not lose sight of it.

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OCA in Second-Line Treatment of PBC: Analysis Results and Real-World Data

Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) is the cornerstone treatment for PBC according to the guidelines of the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL). However, many patients (25–50%) do not achieve...

21. 7. 2021 Source: Primary Biliary Cholangitis

Bilastine as a reliable helper in the treatment of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and urticaria even in younger children

Until recently, bilastine was indicated for the treatment of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and urticaria only in patients over 12 years of age. However, current findings from valid studies demonstrate…

21. 7. 2021 Source: Allergic Reactions

Key for Patients with PBC are Timely Diagnosis and Assessment of Therapy Effectiveness

Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) cannot be cured. It progresses slowly and over several decades leads to liver cirrhosis with all its potential consequences, including possible transplantation and the...

19. 7. 2021 Source: Primary Biliary Cholangitis

Von Willebrand Disease as a Cause of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Abnormal uterine bleeding constitutes a large portion of complaints among women of reproductive age. This type of bleeding is typical for von Willebrand disease (vWD), but also for other types of…

16. 7. 2021 Source: Von Willebrand Disease

Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia and Their Assessment

Schizophrenia is a serious psychiatric disorder with a prevalence of up to 1%. It can manifest with both negative and positive symptoms. We briefly summarize the clinical assessment and rating scales…

14. 7. 2021 Source: Schizophrenia and Antipsychotics

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Dabigatran vs. Warfarin: What and Why Do Patients Prefer?

The key to adherence to long-term anticoagulant therapy is primarily the satisfaction of patients with the set therapy. The RE-SONANCE study published in April 2021 compared patient satisfaction with…

1. 7. 2021 Source: Anticoagulant Treatment

New Recommendations for Intravenous Thrombolysis in the Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke –⁠ ESO Guidelines 2021

Intravenous thrombolysis is the only approved systemic reperfusion therapy for patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS). The most commonly used thrombolytic is alteplase. Earlier this year, the…

1. 7. 2021 Source: Anticoagulant Treatment

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and Lung Disease in Patients with Primary Immunodeficiencies

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) plays a significant role in the pathogenesis of pulmonary emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and bronchiectasis. However, its deficiency…

1. 7. 2021 Source: Deficiency of Alpha-1-Antitrypsin

Can identifying alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency before liver transplantation extend survival?

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) can manifest (among other things) as liver cirrhosis. The study presented below examined the survival of patients diagnosed with AATD before and after liver…

1. 7. 2021 Source: Deficiency of Alpha-1-Antitrypsin

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