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Clinical reviews and commentary

EHRs and agentic AI: Balancing human and automated collaborationAI is moving beyond listening—HIMSS25 highlights a future of smart agents automating clinical and admin tasks with minimal input.→
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Early menopause and HRT among hormonal factors linked to heightened rheumatoid arthritis riskResearchers are reporting that hormonal changes related to menopause and hormone replacement therapy may increase the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis.→
Early treatment versus expectant management of hemodynamically significant patent ductus arteriosus for preterm infantsEarly pharmacological treatment for hemodynamically significant patent ductus arteriosus (hs-PDA) in preterm infants shows little to no difference in mortality or major morbidities like chronic lung disease. While it increases pharmacotherapy, it only trivially reduces invasive closure. Ibuprofen's very early use may even increase mortality in extremely preterm infants.→
Early versus late tracheostomy in people with multiple traumaThis review was initiated during the development of the Association of the Scientific Medical Societies guideline on intensive care after multiple trauma in people with multiple trauma in the ICU.→
Eating Beans Daily May Help Reduce Inflammation, and Lower CholesterolNew research shows daily chickpeas and black beans significantly improve inflammation and cholesterol in people with prediabetes.→
Eating more ultra-processed foods linked to higher Crohn's disease riskA new study provides more information on how eating ultra-processed foods physically impacts the gastrointestinal system, leading to IBD-related issues.→
Eating takeout food too often may increase cardiovascular disease riskThere appears to be an association between diets high in takeout food and systemic inflammation that underlies much cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.→
Effect of carnosine or beta-alanine supplementation therapy for prediabetes or type 2 diabetes mellitusCarnosine and beta-alanine have shown potential in the management of chronic conditions.→
Effective cannabis testing protocols for workplace safety in South Africa post legalisationSA’s cannabis laws pose new workplace challenges—study urges tailored THC thresholds & ethical testing for safer policies.→
Effectiveness of islatravir post-exposure prophylaxis after intravenous challenge with simian immunodeficiency virus in rhesus macaquesA study on rhesus macaques found that islatravir (ISL), an NRTTI, effectively prevented SIV infection when given 24 hours after exposure. Two weekly doses provided complete protection, suggesting its potential as a long-acting oral post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV, warranting further research.→
Effects of Combinations of Diagnostic and Treatment Strategies for Postpartum HaemorrhagePPH , a major cause of maternal mortality, lacks a definitively effective combination of diagnostic and treatment strategies.→
Efficacy and Safety of Finerenone Across the Ejection Fraction Spectrum in Heart Failure With Mildly Reduced or Preserved Ejection FractionCan Finerenone Revolutionize Heart Failure Treatment? FINEARTS-HF Study Examines Impact Across Ejection Fractions!→
Efficiency and Quality of Generative AI–Assisted Radiograph ReportingThis study examined generative AI's impact on radiologists reporting for plain radiographs. Results showed a 15.5% boost in documentation efficiency with AI assistance, maintaining report quality and accuracy. The AI also effectively detected a significant pneumothorax. This indicates that AI-radiologist collaboration can improve clinical care.→
Emergency contraception in primary health careSouth Africa faces immense challenges from unplanned and unwanted pregnancies, exacerbated by high sexual assault rates. Easy access to emergency contraception (EC) is crucial, yet awareness among clinicians remains low. This hinders effective management, contributing to high termination of pregnancy rates and maternal deaths. Equipping primary care clinicians with EC knowledge is imperative for better outcomes.→
Emergency medical services in the Limpopo province: Is there a need for change and is trauma different?Prehospital emergency medical services (EMS) may reduce morbidity and mortality.→
Environmental ciprofloxacin triggers pregnancy lossApproximately 15%–25% pregnant women experience miscarriage and 1%–5% suffer from recurrent miscarriage worldwide.→
Equitable Access to Diagnostic Resources Means One Xpert-Ultra Cartridge for all Inpatients with HIV Being Investigated for TuberculosisSputum scarcity in AHD patients hampers TB detection, GeneXpert Ultra accurate, but not accessible to all.→
Ethnic differences in Long COVID diagnosed in primary care in England (2020–2022)Long COVID is defined as the presence of symptoms lasting more than a month after acute COVID-19 disease without another known cause.→
Evaluating the efficacy and feasibility of manual digital meibomian gland compression in meibomian gland dysfunctionMeibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) stands as a prevalent chronic ocular disorder, primarily characterised by the obstruction of meibomian gland ducts and alterations in the quality or quantity of their secretions.→
Evaluation of wastage of commonly used anaesthetic agents in the operating theatres of a South African teaching hospitalReducing anaesthetic drug wastage in SA can cut costs and improve care—clinician awareness is key to safer, smarter use.→
Examining muscle synergy composition and segmental coordination during overground walking in individuals with a rotationplasty about the kneeA study on rotationplasty, a limb-salvage surgery repurposing the ankle as a new knee, investigated lower body kinematics and muscle activity during walking in nine participants.→
Excess HIV Infections and Costs Associated With Reductions in HIV Prevention Services in the USChanges in policies, especially those that increase out-of-pocket costs of PrEP, risk reversing progress toward ending the HIV epidemic.→
Exclusive Speaker Session at The GP Expo 2025!Unlock the Future of Digital Prescriptions! Join Dr. Mohammed Dalwai at SAPHEX 2025 to Explore the Legalities of E-Scripting!→
Experience with hip denervation in non-operative hip fracture care for frail older patientsHip fractures in frail elderly: Non-op care gains ground as end-of-life option—shared decisions key.→
Exploring the efficacy of deep brain stimulation in pediatric neurological disordersDeep brain stimulation (DBS) has emerged as an important therapeutic intervention.→
Exploring the potential of artificial intelligence chatbots in prosthodontics educationCan AI Chatbots Ace Dentistry Exams? Study Evaluates Their Performance on Prosthodontics Questions!→
Extra nutrients during pregnancy may reduce childhood obesity riskTaking a nutritional supplement before and during pregnancy could promote healthy weight in childhood, an NIHR-supported study has found.→