Global Intelligence Database
New imaging research reveals that adolescents with Single Ventricle Heart Disease display altered neural synchronisation in key brain regions. These disruptions in local brain activity may explain the cognitive and mood challenges often seen in these patients.
By Singh, Pike, Kosoyan, Karunamuni, Halnon, Lewis, Kumar
A new study using a clever BMI-matched design has begun to separate the brain alterations caused by anorexia nervosa from those caused simply by low body weight. Researchers found distinct patterns of cortical thinning and subcortical volume reduction specific to the disorder, offering preliminary evidence of its unique neurobiological signature.
By Wang, Wang, Chan, Wang, Lei, Qiu, He, Kang, Yue, Wu, Wang, Chen
For those with osteoarthritis, a powerful new strategy may involve a dual approach. A large-scale analysis of over 3,000 patients reveals that combining acupotomy, a minimally invasive procedure, with oral medications offers superior clinical results. Notably, pairing it with herbal medicine showed the most consistent potential for long-term functional recovery.
By Zhang, Li, Zhai, Duan, Zhang, Liu, Zhao