Gastric cancer remains one of the main threats to global public health, currently ranking as the fifth most common cancer and the third leading cause of cancer death. Late diagnosis is the biggest obstacle, as identification in advanced stages is associated with an overall survival rate of only 24%. Despite this outlook, evidence shows that […]

PAD is a progressive cardiovascular disease resulting from narrowing or obstruction of the arteries in the lower limbs, a consequence of atherosclerosis — a chronic process characterized by the formation of fatty plaques and fibrous tissue in the arterial wall, leading to reduced blood flow. Its development is favoured by risk factors such as smoking,

Cerebral palsy is a group of permanent movement and posture disorders, caused by a non-progressive lesion in the brain during its development. In addition to motor difficulties, changes in sensation, perception, communication, behavior, epilepsy and musculoskeletal problems may occur. Each child is affected differently: some have only one side of the body affected, others manifest

The internal transport of patients in healthcare institutions, although at first glance it may seem like a simple task, represents a complex, continuous, demanding and time-consuming logistical operation that cuts across all levels of the hospital organization. Whether for an outpatient appointment, an examination, a test or a surgical procedure, such as transport from the

Speech is a biomarker that reflects, in a sensitive way, the integrated functioning of several physiological systems, namely the nervous, respiratory, and muscular systems. This complexity makes it a promising resource for detecting changes associated with health status. Although speech is not in itself a digital biomarker, it can acquire this status when it is

Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder that significantly affects thinking, emotions, perception of reality and behaviour. It is characterised by a break with reality (psychosis), often manifested by hallucinations (such as hearing non-existent voices), delusions (false or irrational beliefs), disorganised speech, emotional changes and difficulties in social interactions. It is considered one of the most

Minimally invasive surgery is a procedure performed inside the body through small incisions and is referred to by different names depending on the region intervened. When it occurs in the abdominal or pelvic cavity, it is called laparoscopy. This procedure begins with the introduction of carbon dioxide into the abdominal cavity, with the aim of

The healthcare sector is undergoing rapid transformation driven by population aging, increasing complexity of care, and digital advancements, in a context that requires greater integration, sustainability and adaptation to new realities such as the European Health Data Space. Digitalization has enabled the adoption of electronic health records, clinical communication platforms, and interoperable infrastructures, but system

Induction of labor is a frequently performed obstetric procedure that involves the artificial initiation of uterine contractions before spontaneous onset. Its use has been increasing globally, particularly in high-income countries, where it accounts for about 25% of births in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Induction is typically recommended for medical

Digital transformation has reconfigured healthcare systems, by integrating digital technologies into clinical and administrative processes, driving improvements in the quality of services, patient safety and the organizational efficiency of institutions. In addition to the computerization of clinical records, the digitalization has driven the adoption of advanced clinical decision support systems, based on artificial intelligence, interoperability

Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterised by persistent difficulties in initiating sleep, maintaining sleep during the night, or achieving restful sleep. These difficulties arise even in the presence of adequate sleeping conditions and are often associated with daytime sleepiness, memory and attention deficits, irritability, fatigue and reduced performance in daily activities. To be clinically significant,

In the last century, the average human life expectancy has significantly increased, due to improvements in healthcare, sanitation, nutrition, and medical therapies. However, this increased longevity does not always translate into more years of healthy life. Population aging has been accompanied by a substantial growth in the prevalence of age-related non-communicable diseases such as obesity,