Psychiatry & Neurology
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Ivermectin for Critically and Noncritically Ill Hospitalized Patients With COVID-19: Randomized, Embedded, Multifactorial Adaptive Platform Trial for Community-Acquired Pneumonia (REMAP-CAP)

The authors aimed to determine whether ivermectin improves outcomes for critically and noncritically ill hospitalized patients with COVID-19. The study found that ivermectin did not significantly enhance organ support-free days or hospital survival compared to the control group in both critically and noncritically ill patients, suggesting that it is unlikely to provide clinical benefit in this population.

Medial Meniscus Posterior Root Repair in Knees With ≥5° of Varus Alignment Is Associated With Greater Osteoarthritis Progression Compared With <5° Varus Alignment

The authors aimed to assess the impact of mechanical alignment on the progression of osteoarthritis (OA) following isolated medial meniscus posterior root (MMPR) repair. Their findings indicate that knees with varus alignment (≥5°) experienced significantly greater OA progression, higher rates of repair failure, and increased conversion to total knee arthroplasty compared to those with normal alignment (<5°), despite similar patient-reported outcomes. The study highlights the importance of baseline alignment and repair integrity as critical factors influencing postoperative joint survival.

"We Talk About Everything": Experiences with Digital Health Communication in Palliative Care

The authors aimed to assess patient and caregiver experiences with digital communication tools in outpatient palliative care. Through qualitative interviews, they identified key themes, including the distinct roles of video and in-person visits, the potential for building trust via video, and the high engagement with patient portals despite usability challenges. The findings suggest a need for a flexible approach to care and advocate for improved digital tool usability and permanent telehealth extensions.

Trauma-informed perinatal care for asylum-seeking and refugee women survivors of conflict-related and gender-based violence in the UK

This paper addresses the lack of trauma-informed perinatal care for asylum-seeking and refugee women in the UK who are survivors of conflict-related and gender-based violence. The authors aim to highlight the mental health needs of these women during the perinatal period, emphasizing the increased vulnerabilities they face due to their experiences.

Incidence of injury and illness at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: post-pandemic trends and sport-specific risks

The authors aimed to describe the epidemiology of injuries and illnesses during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. They found that taekwondo and football 5-a-side had significantly higher injury incidences, while triathlon showed the highest illness incidence, particularly among female athletes. Overall, the study highlights sport-specific risks and post-pandemic trends in athlete health during the event.

Dynamic comorbidity trajectories spanning the diagnosis of depression: nationwide cohort study

The authors aimed to investigate the temporal sequence of comorbidity accrual in relation to the diagnosis of depression and how this trajectory differs in cases of recurrent depression. They found that certain comorbidities, such as hypertension and dorsopathies, often precede depression diagnosis, while others, like Alzheimer's disease and obesity, emerge afterward. The study highlights distinct trajectories for recurrent depression, emphasizing the need for tailored long-term surveillance strategies based on depression subtype and treatment history.

Surgical Management of SLAP Lesions in Baseball Throwers: Posterosuperior and Posterior Labral Debridement With or Without Anterosuperior Repair Yields High Return to Play Rates

The authors aimed to evaluate the clinical outcomes and return to play (RTPL) rates of a surgical strategy for managing SLAP lesions in competitive baseball throwers, specifically comparing posterosuperior and posterior labral debridement with or without anterosuperior repair. Their findings indicated a high overall RTPL rate of 79%, with no significant differences between the two surgical approaches, suggesting that avoiding rigid fixation of the posterosuperior labrum may enhance recovery outcomes for these athletes.

Clinicians' attitudes to evolutionary versus genetic explanations for anxiety: cluster-randomised study of stigmatisation

The authors aimed to investigate whether an educational intervention presenting evolutionary explanations for anxiety, as opposed to genetic explanations, would positively influence mental health clinicians' attitudes and reduce stigma. The study found that clinicians rated evolutionary explanations as significantly more useful, leading to increased optimism about patient recovery and greater anticipated public willingness to seek help and share diagnoses. Overall, framing anxiety through an evolutionary lens improved clinicians' attitudes regarding stigma compared to genetic explanations.

Cultural Adaptation and Pilot Implementation of Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care for Emergency Physicians (EPEC-EM) for Emergency Medicine Practice in Japan

The authors aimed to assess the feasibility of culturally adapting the U.S.-developed Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care for Emergency Medicine (EPEC-EM) program for emergency physicians in Japan, addressing the need for formal palliative care training amidst an aging population. Through an iterative process, they adapted and piloted three specific modules, enhancing their clarity and cultural relevance for Japanese practitioners. The study concludes that this adaptation process lays the groundwork for developing a tailored curriculum for broader implementation in Japan.

Bereaved Caregiver Perspectives on Quality of Care at the End of Life Among Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer

The authors aimed to understand bereaved caregivers' perspectives on the quality of end-of-life care for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer. Through a survey of 200 caregivers, they found that while relationships with clinicians were rated highly, psychosocial and spiritual care received lower ratings, highlighting the need for improved support in these areas. The findings emphasize the importance of aligning care delivery with the priorities of patients and families during this critical time.