Irccs Azienda Ospedaliero-universitaria Di Bologna

This study evaluated a new test called QIAstat-Dx that can detect 15 different viruses, bacteria, and fungi causing meningitis or encephalitis in just one hour. Researchers used 170 stored spinal fluid samples to see how well the test works compared to standard methods. The goal …

This study looked at whether giving a probiotic (Lactobacillus reuteri) to nursing mothers could change the bacteria in their breast milk and in their baby's gut. Seventy mothers and their newborns took part. Half the mothers received the probiotic drops daily for 30 days, while …

This study looked back at medical records of 29 newborns in Italy to see how well the standard newborn screening test detects congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), a rare hormone condition. Researchers measured how many cases the screening caught and how accurate the test was. Th…

This study involved 30 people newly diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Researchers tested a short questionnaire to see if it could accurately identify each patient's need for palliative care, such as symptom management or home support. The goal was to make it eas…

This study looked at a new way to give a cold preservation solution to organ donors after their heart stops. The goal was to see if this method could help keep organs in better condition for transplant. Researchers observed 20 deceased donors and recorded how fast the solution wa…

This study surveyed over 600 transgender adults in Italy to understand why they chose or declined fertility preservation before gender-affirming care and how much regret they feel about that decision. Researchers asked about the counseling and support they received, as well as pe…