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What if your medical degree could launch more than a clinical career? In this candid and compelling read, Dr Jon Edelson shares his lessons for early-career clinicians ready to think beyond the bedside and explore the business of medicine.
We are pleased to present the latest issue of touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology, which offers a timely and thoughtprovoking collection of articles that reflect both the continuity and evolution of diabetes and metabolic disease research. In an era where technology, public ...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex, multisystemic condition characterized by reproductive, metabolic and dermatologic manifestations, including hyperandrogenism and ovulatory dysfunction. Despite its prevalence and significant impact on quality of life, PCOS remains underdiagnosed and poorly managed due to its ...
Women & Diabetes takes centre stage in this interview with Zeina Abou Rizk, Founder of DiaLeb. Zeina explores the unique challenges women face in diabetes care, the power of community and advocacy, and how DiaLeb’s annual panel fosters global awareness, education, and meaningful change through lived experiences and expert insights.
Hyponatraemia is primarily a disorder of water balance or distribution, characterized by serum sodium (Nas) levels less than 135 mmol/L.1 Hyponatraemia is the most common electrolyte disorder among elderly patients and is associated with increased mortality rates and longer hospital ...
Article Highlights This study aims to find an effective and affordable biomarker panel for early non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) detection in Indian women with morbid obesity, given the rising prevalence of NAFLD and limited accessibility of ultrasound sonography (USG) ...
"From Adolescence to Menopause: Modern Management of Endometriosis and Uterine Diseases" will be the central theme of the 11th Annual SEUD Congress, taking place April 24–26, 2025, in Prague, Czech Republic. This premier event will unite global experts in gynecology, endometriosis, and uterine disorders to explore the latest advancements in research, diagnosis, and treatment. With an innovative scientific program, engaging discussions, and interactive sessions, SEUD 2025 promises to be an essential gathering for professionals committed to women’s health.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinopathy affecting women of reproductive age and is characterized by hyperandrogenism, anovulation and insulin resistance (IR).1Â Women with PCOS have a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D), dyslipidaemia, hypertension and ...
Low anti-Müllerian hormone levels tied to fatty liver risk in women: Findings from the CARDIA study
New research presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD), The Liver Meeting, reveals a connection between low levels of anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) and the risk of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease (...
New research is shedding light on the evolving landscape of liver transplants (LT) for non-cancer conditions in the United States. Dr Abdellatif Ismail (University of Maryland Medical Center, Midtown Campus, Baltimore, MD, USA) focuses on how underlying liver diseases – and ...
In this recent video interview hosted by Sarah Manes, Liver Cancers Program Director at the Global Liver Institute (GLI), medical experts from the USA, Cameroon and Mexico came together to address the significant health disparities in rural communities. The discussion ...
The prevalence of diabetes during pregnancy is rapidly increasing. In the USA alone, an estimated 1–2% of pregnant women have type 1 diabetes (T1D) or type 2 diabetes (T2D), and an additional 6–9% develop gestational diabetes.1 From 2000 to 2010, the prevalence of gestational ...
Hepatic steatosis is the liver manifestation of metabolic syndrome and a common cause of chronic liver disease. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) diagnosis relies on the presence of hepatic steatosis, defined as >5% fat accumulation in the liver, as observed ...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a multifactorial, multifaceted syndrome that affects women across all ages from adolescence to post-menopause. It is reported to be the most common endocrinopathy in women of the reproductive age group.1Â The nature of this syndrome ...
‘Closed-loop’ systems mark a significant advancement in managing type 1 diabetes. These systems which continuously monitor glucose levels and automatically deliver insulin through a pump, help many individuals with type 1 diabetes maintain optimal glucose levels with greater ease. In this episode, we explore the progress, challenges and impact of these innovative technologies with Endocrinology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Dr Diana Isaacs, and highlight their future potential.
Members of the endocrinology community gathered in Stockholm, Sweden, for the 26th European Congress of Endocrinology (ECE 2024), eager to explore the latest advancements and exchange knowledge and insights. Here are some of the standout abstracts that captured our attention:
Thyroid nodules are common worldwide, and their prevalence is increasing. Most nodules are asymptomatic and detected incidentally on cross-sectional imaging or physical examination. In rare cases (10–15%), nodules are malignant and require diagnostic evaluation. Even malignant nodules frequently show non-aggressive behaviour.1 ...
Tirzepatide is a first-in-class novel dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP)/glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist (twincretin), formulated as a synthetic peptide containing 39 amino acids based on the native GIP.1Â Tirzepatide has a GIP receptor-binding affinity comparable with native GIP and ...
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