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CLINICAL RESEARCH
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Clinical Research
Masters of Disguise: Glioblastomas Trick the Immune System by Masquerading as Reproductive Tissue
By conducting an in-depth analysis of four glioblastoma transcriptome databases Houston Methodist researchers have found that glioblastoma expresses a variety of male- and placental-specific proteins to lure regulatory T cells into protecting rather than attacking it.
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Precision Medicine
Jumpstarting Dysfunctional Regulatory T cells into Action Could Help Treat Parkinson’s Disease
Houston Methodist researchers show that dysfunctional regulatory T cells are a hallmark of neuroinflammation in Parkinson’s disease. However, an ex vivo activation and expansion could restore the immunosuppression of these cells and provide a viable treatment strategy to combat chronic inflammation.
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Innovative Education
Houston Methodist, Rice launch Center for Human Performance
New joint collaboration will benefit everyone from elite athletes to older adults
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Clinical Research
Innovative Treatment for Chronic Rhinitis is Safe and Effective
Takashima and his team conducted a multi-institutional trial to determine the safety and efficacy of temperature-controlled radiofrequency (RF) neurolysis of the posterior nasal nerve area for the treatment of chronic rhinitis.
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Outcomes Research
Telehealth Video Visits During the COVID-19 Pandemic –a Glimpse Into the Future?
Hematology and oncology patients at the Houston Methodist Cancer Center were offered telemedicine video visits during the COVID-19 pandemic in compliance with social distancing measures. Overall, both patients and physicians were satisfied.
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Restorative Medicine
Restoring Muscle Strength Gets a Helping Hand from Blood Flow Restriction Training
Muscle strengthening exercises are an essential part of recovery after certain injuries or surgeries, but they can be prohibitive for patients experiencing pain. As a workaround solution, combining blood flow restriction and low-intensity strength training is an equally effective way to build muscle endurance and power.
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