Nelfinavir (NFV) inhibits SARS-CoV-2 replication•Cepharanthine (CEP) inhibits SARS-CoV-2 attachment to target cells•Combination of NFV and CEP can synergistically augment antiviral activity•NFV and CEP are estimated to shorten the time to viral elimination at clinical doses SummaryAntiviral treatments targeting the coronavirus disease 2019 are urgently required. We screened a panel of already approved drugs in a… Continue reading Potential anti-COVID-19 agents, #cepharanthine and #nelfinavir, and their usage for combination treatment
#Coronary heart disease in mothers and fathers of adult children with #alcohol use disorders
Having a family member with an alcohol use disorder (AUD) may negatively affect a person’s health. Our aim was to study the long-term risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) in parents who have an offspring with AUD. DesignCohort study. Cox regression models and co-sibling analyses. SettingSweden. ParticipantsFrom population registers, we selected all parent-offspring pairs in… Continue reading #Coronary heart disease in mothers and fathers of adult children with #alcohol use disorders
The impact of #caffeine consumption on clinical symptoms in patients with #bipolar disorder: A systematic review
In healthy populations, caffeine appears to have beneficial effects on health; however, patients with bipolar disorder (BD) are routinely advised to limit caffeine use in psychoeducation programmes. We aimed to examine all literature reporting whether caffeine intake/withdrawal impacts the natural course of BD, in terms of clinical outcomes. MethodsPubMed, Embase and PsycINFO were searched (up… Continue reading The impact of #caffeine consumption on clinical symptoms in patients with #bipolar disorder: A systematic review
Association of #Depressive Symptoms with Rapid #Kidney Function Decline in Adults with Normal Kidney Function
The relationship of depressive symptoms with kidney function remains poorly investigated. We aimed to evaluate the prospective association between depressive symptoms and rapid decline in kidney function in Chinese adults with normal kidney function. Design, setting, participants, & measurements A total of 4763 participants with eGFR≥60 ml/min per 1.73 m2 at baseline were enrolled from… Continue reading Association of #Depressive Symptoms with Rapid #Kidney Function Decline in Adults with Normal Kidney Function
#Antihypertensive medication needs and blood pressure control with weight loss in the #Diabetes Remission Clinical Trial (DiRECT)
Our aim was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a planned therapeutic withdrawal of all antihypertensive and diuretic medications, on commencing a formula low-energy diet replacement, targeting remission of type 2 diabetes. MethodsPost hoc analysis of changes in BP, antihypertensive medication prescriptions and symptoms during the initial total diet replacement phase was performed in… Continue reading #Antihypertensive medication needs and blood pressure control with weight loss in the #Diabetes Remission Clinical Trial (DiRECT)
Clinical characteristics and prognosis of patients with microvascular #angina: an international and prospective cohort study by the Coronary Vasomotor Disorders International Study (COVADIS) Group
To provide multi-national, multi-ethnic data on the clinical characteristics and prognosis of patients with microvascular angina (MVA). Methods and resultsThe Coronary Vasomotor Disorders International Study Group proposed the diagnostic criteria for MVA. We prospectively evaluated the clinical characteristics of patients according to these criteria and their prognosis. The primary endpoint was the composite of major… Continue reading Clinical characteristics and prognosis of patients with microvascular #angina: an international and prospective cohort study by the Coronary Vasomotor Disorders International Study (COVADIS) Group
Opportunistic Screening of Patients for Hepatic #Steatosis: Clinical Follow-Up and Diagnostic Yield
Hepatic steatosis is a common incidental finding on abdominal imaging that is not always reported or recognized as having clinical significance. Because of its association with liver disease, cirrhosis, and diabetes, the aim of this study was to bring attention to this finding and provide clinical guidance to referring clinicians by inserting standardized text into… Continue reading Opportunistic Screening of Patients for Hepatic #Steatosis: Clinical Follow-Up and Diagnostic Yield
Effect of Extended-Release #Naltrexone on #Alcohol Consumption: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Aims1) Estimate the effect of extended-release naltrexone compared with placebo on alcohol consumption in patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD). 2) Conduct pre-planned subgroup analyses to test whether being abstinent when initiating treatment (lead-in abstinence) or the duration of treatment improves treatment efficacy. DesignSystematic review and random effects meta-analysis of blinded randomized placebo-controlled trials reporting… Continue reading Effect of Extended-Release #Naltrexone on #Alcohol Consumption: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Randomized Manipulation of Early #Cognitive Experience Impacts Adult Brain Structure
Does early exposure to cognitive and linguistic stimulation impact brain structure? Or do genetic predispositions account for the co-occurrence of certain neuroanatomical phenotypes and a tendency to engage children in cognitively stimulating activities? Low socioeconomic status infants were randomized to either 5 years of cognitively and linguistically stimulating center-based care or a comparison condition. The… Continue reading Randomized Manipulation of Early #Cognitive Experience Impacts Adult Brain Structure
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