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Trimethoprim–Sulfamethoxazole in Pregnancy: No Impact on Birth Weight in a Zimbabwean RCT

By MedXY 08/01/2025

A large randomized trial in Zimbabwe found that trimethoprim–sulfamethoxazole prophylaxis during pregnancy did not significantly increase birth weight or reduce adverse outcomes.

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Durable Efficacy and Long-term Safety of AAV Gene Therapy in Severe Hemophilia B: 13-Year Follow-up Results

By MedXY 08/01/2025

A single AAV gene therapy infusion for severe hemophilia B led to sustained factor IX expression, substantial reduction in bleeding and factor use, and no late safety concerns over 13 years.

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Zongertinib: A Promising Oral Targeted Therapy for Previously Treated HER2-Mutant Non–Small-Cell Lung Cancer

By MedXY 08/01/2025

Zongertinib shows high response rates and manageable toxicity in HER2-mutant NSCLC after prior treatments, offering a new oral therapy option.

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Efruxifermin for Compensated Liver Cirrhosis in MASH: Phase 2b Results and Clinical Implications

By MedXY 08/01/2025

A phase 2b trial found that efruxifermin did not significantly improve fibrosis at 36 weeks in patients with compensated cirrhosis due to MASH, though longer-term benefit was suggested at 96 weeks.

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Intra-arterial Tenecteplase After Thrombectomy for Acute Stroke: Interpreting the ANGEL-TNK Randomized Clinical Trial

By MedXY 07/31/2025

The ANGEL-TNK trial found that intra-arterial tenecteplase after successful endovascular thrombectomy improved excellent neurological outcomes at 90 days without increasing bleeding or mortality, but secondary outcomes showed no significant benefit.

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Intra-arterial Tenecteplase After Thrombectomy for Acute Stroke: Interpreting the ANGEL-TNK Randomized Clinical Trial

By MedXY 07/31/2025

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High Tibial Osteotomy May Slow Knee Osteoarthritis Progression in Bowlegged Patients: Clinical Insights from a Randomized Trial

By MedXY 07/30/2025

High tibial osteotomy (HTO) slows cartilage loss and improves pain and function in bowlegged patients with medial knee osteoarthritis compared to nonsurgical management, according to a new randomized trial.

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FDA Fast-Tracks Rezpegaldesleukin for Severe Alopecia Areata: Promise for a Challenging Disease

By MedXY 07/30/2025

The FDA has granted Fast Track status to rezpegaldesleukin (REZPEG), a novel biologic targeting regulatory T cells, for severe-to-very severe alopecia areata in patients aged ≥12 years. Phase 2b trial results are anticipated in December 2025.

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DM199 Shows Promise as a Potential Treatment for Preeclampsia

By MedXY 07/29/2025

DM199 has demonstrated safety and efficacy in reducing blood pressure among preeclampsia patients during a Phase 2 trial, offering hope for improved maternal and fetal outcomes.