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In the prevention of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), device-based left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) compares favourably with non–vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulant (NOAC) therapy, with the added advantage of reduced non–procedure-related bleeding, according to the CHAMPION-AF trial.

In adolescents and young adults with repaired tetralogy of Fallot (rToF), home-based high-intensity interval training (HIIT) helps increase peak oxygen consumption and maximal workload without increasing the risk of adverse events, as shown in a study.

The use of clopidogrel for long-term antiplatelet monotherapy during the maintenance phase after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) results in reduced adverse cardiovascular and bleeding outcomes compared with aspirin, as shown in the secondary analysis of the HOST-EXAM study.

Newborns do not receive their first vaccine against pertussis until six weeks of age. In the first weeks of life, newborns remain highly vulnerable to pertussis, with protection relying entirely from maternal antibodies transferred transplacentally acquired maternal antibodies following Tdap vaccination. 

Sexual dysfunction (SD) is common among women with diabetes and appears to be driven by age, disease duration, and depression, among others, a study has found.

Capacitive-resistive monopolar radiofrequency improves sexual function and vaginal health outcomes in women with genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), as shown in a study.