Volume 52, Number 12
December 2023

It is challenging to exactly and efficiently determine the weight of children in emergencies.

A study team developed an augmented reality smartphone application for length-based weight estimation called the Paediatric Augmented Reality Scale, and evaluated its performance.

Illustration by Nata Blackthorn

Vascular surgeons and best medical therapy: Missed opportunities?

Multiple guidelines recommend the use of best medical therapy (BMT) as secondary prevention for patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) but prescription and adherence...

Enhancing the accuracy of polycystic ovary syndrome diagnosis

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder, experienced by 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. Its aetiology is multifactorial and...

Understanding the use of evidence-based medical therapy in patients with peripheral artery disease: A qualitative study using TCID Framework

The global burden of peripheral artery disease (PAD) has been increasing, with 237 million adults living with PAD worldwide in 2015,1 rising from 202...

An augmented reality mobile application for weight estimation in paediatric patients: A prospective single-blinded cross-sectional study

Drug and defibrillation energy doses for children rely on accurate weight measurement, making it essential during emergencies.1,2 However, quickly weighing children in distress is...

Polycystic ovary syndrome v.2023: Simplified diagnostic criteria for an East Asian phenotype

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine condition affecting 6–19% of women of reproductive age, depending on the reference population and definition used.1,2...
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