The study evaluated the effectiveness of three-section contrast-enhanced transrectal ultrasonography (CETRUS) for detecting prostate cancer (PCa) compared to traditional methods.
A total of 169 patients with concerning PSA levels or abnormal exams were tested using both standard ultrasounds and the new three-section CETRUS before a biopsy.
Results showed that three-section CETRUS had higher sensitivity (92.3%) and detection rates for low-grade PCa, suggesting it could improve patient evaluation for active surveillance.
The study aimed to examine how T-lymphocyte subsets change in patients with severe hepatitis and their impact on clinical outcomes.
Researchers compared blood samples of 21 severe hepatitis patients to 30 healthy volunteers using flow cytometry to assess T-lymphocyte subsets.
Results indicated that severe hepatitis patients had lower counts of certain T-lymphocytes compared to healthy controls, and specific changes in these cells could be used to predict survival outcomes in these patients.