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Treatment innovations in cardiology: highlights from ESC Congress 2024

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The European Society of Cardiology Congress 2024 showcased the very latest in cardiovascular medicine and science with presentations and discussions about recent findings and new guidelines, as well as in-depth clinical teaching and education. Research highlights Over the four days, a host of late-breaking science sessions were held.

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Research digest: The need for a Pharmacist Clinician Model in a collaborative workforce

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A Pharmacists Clinician Model integrates pharmacists into a multidisciplinary care framework within the NHS, giving pharmacists increased responsibilities and incorporating pharmaceutical care needs with wider clinical assessment, diagnostic and clinical management responsibilities. Reference Rushworth, G et al. 2024.06.006.

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Sebelipase alfa becomes first NHS treatment for Wolman disease after NICE recommendation

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The final guidance is expected to be published in early January 2024. NICE’s recommendation is based on sebelipase alfa’s clinical effectiveness evidence from two single-arm, open-label, multicentre trials: LAL-CL08 and LAL-CL03.

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The evolution of durvalumab in NSCLC care

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However, in the UK, what is clear from ongoing data analysis – such as the National Lung Cancer Audit’s ‘State of the Nation 2024’ report – is that much more needs to be, and potentially can be, done. Dr Conibear also highlights the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning into clinical practice.

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Highlights from ESCMID Global 2024: AI, climate change and AMR

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This year it has rebranded, emerging as the European Society for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID) Global congress. By evaluating Gram stain reports from over 7,200 retrospective sputum samples, ChatGPT was tasked with providing clinical management recommendations.

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Antimicrobial Stewardship in the United kingdom: Perspective From A Pharmacist At A Bone & Joint Hospital

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Pharmacists also undertake enhanced roles through nationally commissioned services, including managing minor ailments to avoid the need for medical intervention and clinical management of uncomplicated UTIs using patient group directions. The target for the overall usage of antimicrobials is a reduction of 15% by 2024.

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