Feline idiopathic cystitis is the most frequent cause of urinary tract disease in animals less than 10 years old. It is the result of complex interactions between various bodily systems including the bladder, the nervous system and other external factors.
The awards, organized by the international publishing group FoodBev Media, have given recognition to the innovation that this new ingredient represents in the food industry, more precisely within the dairy sector.
This is the first DNA saliva test that predicts a patient's genetic predisposition to suffering from rapid progression knee osteoarthritis.
The award recognises the Spanish biotech firm's commitment to research and innovation and its contribution to improving the quality of life of degenerative arthritis patients.
There are 8 hereditary genetic variants associated with the rapid progression of knee osteoarthritis. One of these has been identified with the progression of osteoarthritis for the first time.
It is estimated that over 50% of OA patients do not follow the treatment prescribed to them. Pharmacotherapeutical follow-up, healthcare awareness and involvement of pharmacists, are key to achieve a better monitoring of these chronic patients.