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Scientists make stem cells pluripotent using virus-free technique
Scientists convert skin cells into nerve cells
Sysmex Announces Establishment of Overseas Subsidiary in Spain to Expand Life Science Business
Breast cancer multigene test may help patients avoid chemo
Adopt holistic approach for weight loss, says expert
Forget dieting or gruelling workout regimes -adopting a holistic approach to losing weight would be enough to feed your body the nourishment it craves for, says medical director of Greenwich Hospital. ANI
IVF babies at higher diabetes, obesity risk
A new study by scientists at Temple University in Philadelphia has shown that the DNA of babies conceived through IVF differs from that of other kids, putting them at higher risk of diseases such as diabetes and obesity later in life. ANI
Smoke food flavourings may be toxic to humans
One of the flavourings used to give smoke taste to meat, cheese or fish, could be toxic to humans, says the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). ANI
A new American study has found that fertility preservation may not delay treatment for breast cancer patients below the age of 40.
Washington, Nov 13 : A new American study has found that fertility preservation may not delay treatment for breast cancer patients below the age of 40.
The research comes as a fresh lease of life to millions of women who until now believed they faced the risk of the impairment of their childbearing ability after surgical treatments or chemotherapy.
Irene Wapnir, MD, associate professor, department of surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, said: "The burden of facing premature menopause adds to the stress experienced by young cancer survivors,"
She added: "Fertility preservation through cryopreservation of eggs or fertilized oocytes may be an important measure to offset these concerns and promote emotional well-being. Our study shows that these procedures, when expedited and appropriately timed, do not delay cancer treatment."
Lynn Westphal, MD, associate professor, department of obstetrics and gynecology, Stanford University School of Medicine, said: "Easy access and good communication among surgeons, medical oncologists and reproductive endocrinologists is critical."
The study has appeared in the November issue of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
ANI
