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health24 days ago•9 min saved

Living-donor liver transplant gives cancer-free life to stage 4 colorectal cancer patient

A 39-year-old mother diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer with liver metastases underwent chemotherapy and immunotherapy, had a colon tumor removed, and became the first person at Northwestern Medicine to receive a living-donor liver transplant for metastatic colorectal cancer; she is now disease-free and recovering, highlighting that, in carefully selected cases, liver transplantation can offer long-term survival for colorectal liver metastases, though the procedure remains rare in the U.S.

via Fox News|

#cancer-treatment #health #liver-transplantation

health29 days ago•262 min saved

Mom Beats Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer With Life-Saving Liver Transplant

A 41-year-old Los Angeles mom diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer and liver metastases underwent a liver transplant from a close family friend after chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Post-surgery, a blood test showed no evidence of disease, a result Northwestern Medicine notes can be possible in carefully selected patients. The living donor, Lauren Prior, saved her life, and Piccioli is now raising awareness about transplant options for cancer that has spread to the liver and the importance of screenings for younger people.

via AOL.com|

#health #liver-transplant #living-donor

health1 month ago•37 min saved

Stage 4 cancer patient declared disease-free after living-donor liver transplant

Amy Piccioli, whose Stage 4 colorectal cancer had spread to her liver, received a partial liver transplant from a living donor. Three months after the transplant at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, doctors say she has no evidence of disease and is back to a normal life, thanks to the gift from a close family friend who donated part of her liver.

via Yahoo|

#colorectal-cancer #health #liver-transplant

health2 months ago•7 min saved

Patient survives 48 hours on a total artificial lung before double-lung transplant

Surgeons at Northwestern Medicine used a total artificial lung system to take over gas exchange after removing both diseased lungs from a critically ill patient, preserving heart function and bridging him to a double-lung transplant. The patient survived 48 hours on life support and, after the procedure, recovered well; two years later he has normal lung function and is fully independent.

via foxnews.com|

#ards #artificial-lung #critical-care

health8 months ago•3 min saved

Study Suggests Virus as Potential Trigger for Parkinson’s Disease

A Northwestern Medicine study found a virus, human pegivirus (HPgV), in the brains of Parkinson's patients, suggesting a potential viral link to the disease, though further research is needed to understand its role and implications.

via Chicago Tribune|

#brain-research #health #hpgv

health1 year ago•3 min saved

"Northwestern Medicine Pioneers Double Lung Transplant for Lung Cancer Treatment"

Northwestern Medicine has developed a new double lung transplant technique that has successfully treated over 40 lung cancer patients, achieving a 100% success rate. This method, initially devised to prevent COVID-19 bacteria from spreading during transplants, also prevents cancer cells from entering the bloodstream. The technique involves cutting veins simultaneously and irrigating the chest cavity to remove cancerous cells and bacteria. This breakthrough offers new hope for patients with advanced lung conditions, including those affected by both COVID-19 and lung cancer.

via Chicago Tribune|

#covid-19 #health #lung-cancer

healthcaretechnology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Study: ChatGPT Provides Expert Answers on Cancer Therapy Questions"

A study suggests that ChatGPT, an AI language model, can provide reliable and understandable answers to common questions about radiation oncology, potentially reducing workload and burnout among physicians. The technology's responses were found to be on par with or better than those provided by experts on the internet, prompting the development of a generative AI app to assist patients with radiation oncology treatment inquiries. While AI's potential in oncology is promising, concerns about ethical and legal considerations, as well as biases in data sets used for training, remain.

via Forbes|

#ai #cancer-therapy #healthcaretechnology

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"NBC News Report Leads to Unprecedented Double Lung-Liver Transplant for Doctor with Cancer"

Dr. Gary Gibbon, a pulmonologist diagnosed with advanced stage lung cancer, received a groundbreaking double lung and liver transplant after seeing an NBC News report about the innovative procedure. Northwestern Medicine's DREAM Program successfully performed the complex surgery, which had never been done in the U.S. before. Six months after the surgery, Gibbon is cancer-free, demonstrating the potential for more transplant centers to perform similar complex surgeries. His wife credits the media for connecting them with the life-saving treatment, emphasizing the importance of exploring all options when facing dire medical situations.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#health #lung-cancer #medical-breakthrough

health-medicine2 years ago•5 min saved

"California Doctor Receives Rare Lung-Liver Transplant at Northwestern Memorial Hospital"

Dr. Gary Gibbon, a pulmonologist diagnosed with advanced stage lung cancer, received a groundbreaking double lung and liver transplant after seeing an NBC News report about the procedure. Northwestern Medicine's DREAM Program pioneered the novel approach, successfully performing more than 30 lung transplants for advanced lung cancer patients. Despite initial complications, the complex surgery was a success, leaving Gibbon cancer-free and highlighting the potential for more transplant centers to perform similar complex surgeries.

via NBC News|

#health-medicine #lung-cancer #medical-breakthrough

health-medicine2 years ago•2 min saved

"Unprecedented Lung-Liver Transplant Success at Northwestern Medicine"

Dr. Gary Gibbon, a pulmonologist diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer and irreparable liver damage, received an unprecedented combined lung-liver transplant at Northwestern Medicine after being told there were no other options. Within 12 days of being on the transplant list, two lungs and a liver became available from one donor, and a historic surgery was performed to remove cancerous cells and complete the triple transplant. Six months later, Gibbon is cancer-free and celebrating his 69th birthday, thanks to the gift of life from an organ donor and their family.

via WLS-TV|

#cancer #health-medicine #lung-liver-transplant

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Discovery of Novel Alzheimer's Disease Trigger by Chicago Researchers"

Northwestern Medicine researchers have discovered a potential new approach to treating Alzheimer's disease by focusing on the balance of protective and toxic strands of short RNA in the brain. This fresh perspective could lead to the development of drugs that stabilize or delay the demise of protective RNA, potentially benefiting not only Alzheimer's patients but also those with other complex neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS or Parkinson's. The team is continuing their research in animal models and believes any new treatment would likely be given in combination with current therapies.

via WGN TV Chicago|

#alzheimers #health #neurodegenerative-disease

health2 years ago•6 min saved

Persistent Threat: Long COVID Continues Despite Decreased Hospital Admissions in Chicago

Chicago is experiencing its lowest COVID-19 hospital admission rates since the start of the pandemic, but Northwestern Medicine clinicians are warning about the lingering effects of long COVID. A study released by the hospital system's Comprehensive COVID-19 Center revealed that thousands of patients have suffered from a range of serious medical issues, including cognitive impairment, altered lung function, and decreased quality of life. The study highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to treating long COVID. While hospital admissions are declining, the center is expanding its practice to address the ongoing impact of the disease.

via Chicago Tribune|

#chicago #covid-19 #health

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Long Covid: Northwestern Study Uncovers Disturbing Impact on Patients"

A new study conducted by Northwestern Medicine reveals alarming impacts of long Covid on patients. The study, which looked at over 1,800 Covid-19 patients seen between May 2020 and February 2022, found that 85% reported decreased quality of life, 51% experienced cognitive impairment, 45% had altered lung function, 83% had abnormal CT chest scans, and 12% had elevated heart rate on rhythm monitoring. Long Covid affects about a third of Covid survivors and is now the third leading neurologic disorder in the United States.

via FOX 32 Chicago|

#health #impact-on-patients #long-covid

local-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Tragic Discovery: Twin Babies Found Dead in Chicago Childcare Center Bathroom

Two newborn girls were found dead in a bathroom at a child care center in Streeterville, Chicago. The babies were discovered in a trash bag by a janitor who was called to clean up blood. The cause of death is yet to be determined. The child care center, exclusively used by Northwestern Medicine employees, stated that a staff member experienced a medical emergency resulting in the unexpected delivery of the twins. The incident is being investigated by the police, and no one has been taken into custody. Emotional and mental health support is being provided to the center's employees and their families.

via CBS Chicago|

#child-care-center #investigation #local-news

health3 years ago•1 min saved

Northwestern Study Links Pneumonia Hospitalizations to Severe Long COVID.

A study by Northwestern Medicine researchers found that long-haul COVID-19 patients who were initially hospitalized with pneumonia had more severe impacts on the brain compared to those who did not require hospitalization. The study evaluated 600 long COVID patients and found that the hospitalized patients performed far worse on neurological exams. The findings suggest that the pneumonia patients may have suffered brain damage, while the other patients may have been affected by an autoimmune condition. Long COVID is estimated to affect about one-third of all COVID survivors and is a pandemic within the pandemic.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

#autoimmune-condition #brain-damage #health