WHO study sheds light on global maternal mortality crisis
Hemorrhage – severe heavy bleeding – and hypertensive disorders like preeclampsia are the leading causes of maternal deaths globally, according ...
Tag: Sepsis
Prozac's surprising immune-boosting effects could lead to new treatments for sepsis
Antidepressants like Prozac are commonly prescribed to treat mental health disorders, but new research suggests they could also protect against ...
Dying cells trigger a lethal cascade in sepsis
Like a poison pen, dying cells prick their neighbors with a lethal message. This may worsen sepsis, Vijay Rathinam and ...
New compound V-161 offers hope in the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria
V-161, a novel compound targeting the Na+ -V-ATPase enzyme in vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium (VRE), significantly reduces bacterial growth and colonization. ...
Ozone therapy shows promise in treating sepsis-induced lung injury
Sepsis, a severe and often fatal complication of infection, is a leading cause of both ALI and acute respiratory distress ...
AI tool could revolutionize placenta examination and improve neonatal care
A newly developed tool that harnesses computer vision and artificial intelligence (AI) may help clinicians rapidly evaluate placentas at birth, ...
Genetic marker could revolutionize neonatal sepsis diagnosis
A genetic signature in newborns can predict neonatal sepsis before symptoms even start to show, according to a new study. ...
Cytomegalovirus in breast milk linked to changes in infant growth and gut microbiome
In a recent study published in the journal Nature Communications, researchers investigate the effects of human cytomegalovirus (CMV) reactivation on ...
Scientists identify distinct molecular signatures for sepsis diagnosis and prognosis
Researchers from Lund University in Sweden have identified distinct molecular signatures associated with the clinical signs of sepsis that could ...
UQ researchers use new dosing technology to enhance ICU antibiotic treatment
University of Queensland researchers have used dosing software to accelerate the effects of antibiotics in patients being treated for sepsis ...