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Post-COVID-19 Patient Care from the Perspective of Experts Across Fields

19. 3. 2021 Source: Cough Therapy

For many patients with COVID-19, overcoming the acute phase is crucial, but we now know that the disease may not end there. Some patients even manage the acute stage with very mild symptoms, and significant difficulties arise later in the form of 'post-COVID syndrome.' This issue was discussed in detail at a January webinar by leading experts from various fields.

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Familial Hypercholesterolemia and COVID-19: Connections and Risks

Patients with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) likely have a higher risk of COVID-19 complications both in the acute phase of the infection and for a relatively long period after its occurrence.

18. 3. 2021 Source: Hypercholesterolemia

Is Baricitinib Suitable for Long-Term Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis?

The nature of rheumatoid arthritis requires effective and long-term treatment. The current analysis of data from the long-term extension RA-BEYOND reveals the potential of baricitinib in maintaining…

12. 3. 2021 Source: Biological Treatment

Thromboprophylaxis with Enoxaparin Reduces Mortality in Patients Hospitalized with COVID-19

Severe acute respiratory syndrome caused by COVID-19 is associated with a hypercoagulable state and an increased risk of thrombotic events. Since the beginning of the pandemic, thromboprophylaxis has…

11. 3. 2021 Source: Thromboprophylaxis

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Virtual Echocardiography as a Potential Screening Tool for the Diagnosis of Primary Pulmonary Hypertension

Primary pulmonary hypertension disease is associated with a poor prognosis. Early diagnosis and the implementation of specific therapy are necessary to improve patients' prospects. In the near…

10. 3. 2021 Source: Pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH, PAH)

Benefit of ixazomib in patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma in routine clinical practice

The results of treating relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma in real-world routine clinical practice were published by a broad team of Czech experts in the journal BMC Cancer.

10. 3. 2021 Source: Hematologic Malignancies

Diabetic Foot Syndrome: An Unpleasant Scare for Diabetics and Their Attending Doctors

Diabetic foot syndrome is a very serious complication of diabetes mellitus (DM). It often leads to destructive tissue damage distal to the ankle. Due to the complex therapy, it is advisable to focus…

8. 3. 2021 Source: Diabetes

Pitfalls of Levothyroxine Replacement Therapy

Hypothyroidism (reduced function of the thyroid gland) affects approximately 1-2% of the population. Its prevalence increases with age and it is more common in women. Synthetic thyroid hormone…

8. 3. 2021 Source: Thyroid Disorders

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Fatigue and Quality of Life in Patients with Primary Biliary Cholangitis

Fatigue is the most common symptom of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). Its occurrence significantly impacts the health-related quality of life of patients.

8. 3. 2021 Source: Primary Biliary Cholangitis

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Risk of Thromboembolism in ITP

Among other possible comorbidities in patients with ITP, thromboembolism represents one of the potential issues that require special attention.

7. 3. 2021 Source: Immune Thrombocytopenia

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How to Prevent and Treat Thromboembolic Disease in Cancer Patients

Malignancy is one of the risk factors for the development of thromboembolic disease (TED). Venous thromboembolism is considered the second most common cause of death in cancer patients, with the top…

6. 3. 2021 Source: Thromboprophylaxis

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Height as an Independent Risk Factor for Varicose Veins

Authors of a study published in the journal Circulation analyzing data from nearly half a million people found another risk factor for the development of varicose veins –⁠ a person's height. They…

1. 3. 2021 Source: Venous Insufficiency

Diabetic Retinopathy: A Blind Diabetic as Proof of Serious Neglect of Prevention

Diabetic retinopathy is the most common cause of blindness in working-age patients in developed countries. Early detection of diabetic retinopathy offers a chance to preserve vision. Therefore,…

1. 3. 2021 Source: Diabetes

Improvement of Physical Functions in Patients with COPD in Routine Clinical Practice Using the Fixed Combination of Tiotropium/Olodaterol

The increase in exercise capacity using the fixed combination of tiotropium and olodaterol in the Respimat inhaler has already been demonstrated in clinical studies for patients with chronic…

26. 2. 2021 Source: COPD

Mechanism of Action of Venopharmaceuticals and Their Use in the Treatment of Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Venopharmaceuticals are the cornerstone of conservative treatment for chronic venous insufficiency (CVD). Their mechanism of action is complex and not yet fully understood. They act on both micro-…

26. 2. 2021 Source: Venous Insufficiency

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