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The Benefits of Cupping Therapy for Athletes and Its Role in Sports Injury Treatment

By MedXY 08/08/2025

Cupping therapy, rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, offers athletes muscle relaxation, enhanced recovery, improved circulation, pain relief, immune support, and mental relaxation, making it a valuable tool for sports performance and injury rehabilitation.

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When Do Thyroid Nodules Require Surgery? Clear Answers Here

By MedXY 08/07/2025

Thyroid nodules larger than 4 cm often require surgery due to potential compression of surrounding tissues, but smaller nodules with signs of malignancy or symptoms may also need surgical intervention. This article explains the criteria in detail.

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Surgery or Radiofrequency Ablation for Small Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Insights from the SURF Trials

By MedXY 08/07/2025

The SURF trials found no significant difference in survival or recurrence-free outcomes between surgery and radiofrequency ablation for small hepatocellular carcinoma, supporting RFA as a less invasive, equally effective option.

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Long-Term Outcomes of Transoral Surgery with Risk-Adapted Adjuvant Therapy in HPV-Positive Oropharyngeal Cancer: Results from the E3311 Trial

By MedXY 08/07/2025

The E3311 phase II trial shows excellent long-term survival with deintensified postoperative management after transoral surgery in HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer, with most patients spared from high-dose radiation and chemotherapy.

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Surgery versus Radiofrequency Ablation for Small Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Insights from the SURF-RCT and SURF-Cohort Trials

By MedXY 08/07/2025

The SURF trials found no significant difference in survival or recurrence between surgery and radiofrequency ablation for small hepatocellular carcinoma, supporting both as valid first-line options.

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Online Video Versus Face-to-Face Preoperative Consultation for Major Abdominal Surgery: Insights from the VIDEOGO Non-Inferiority Trial

By MedXY 08/03/2025

The VIDEOGO trial shows that online video consultations are non-inferior to face-to-face consultations for preoperative assessment in major abdominal surgery, achieving similar patient satisfaction and information recall.

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Early Postoperative PTH as a Reliable Predictor of Hypoparathyroidism After Total Thyroidectomy

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A single parathyroid hormone (PTH) measurement 6 hours after total thyroidectomy can accurately predict the risk of transient and permanent hypoparathyroidism, enabling targeted monitoring and potential reduction in hospital stays.

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The Hidden Costs of Elective Surgeries for Older Adults with Serious Illnesses

By MedXY 07/25/2025

Older adults with serious illnesses face increased hospital stays and costs post-surgery, highlighting the need for integrated palliative care.