Clinics and Practice, Volume 15, Issue 3

Background: Lithium disilicate ceramic veneers are considered the gold standard in aesthetic dentistry due to their translucency, strength, and adhesive bonding properties. This clinical case report details the aesthetic rehabilitation of a patient t...

Alpha-synuclein has been associated with neurodegeneration, especially in Parkinson’s disease (PD). This study aimed to review clinical, biochemical, and neuroimaging markers and management of prodromal synucleinopathies. The prodromal state of...

Background: One of the parameters of maximum interest regarding the quality of the intraoral hard tissues is represented by the bone density, with direct clinical implications. The evaluation of this extremely important clinical parameter can be achi...

Background: Although previous studies have suggested a variety of sociodemographic and psychological factors as predictors of poor outcomes in patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP), longitudinal studies remain rare. Objectives: To examine the pr...

Background: Facial structures are critical to aesthetics and function. Deformities can cause significant problems. Advances in surgical techniques, including three-dimensional (3D) computer simulation and virtual surgical planning (VSP), have improve...

Background: Appendiceal diverticulitis is a rare and poorly understood condition of the appendix. The diagnosis of appendiceal diverticulitis is challenging due to its rarity and a clinical presentation that often mimics other ileocecal disorders. Un...

Background: Dysphagia is a common complication in myopathy, significantly impacting patients’ quality of life (QoL) and overall health. Caregivers play a critical role in identifying and addressing swallowing difficulties in this population. Th...

Background: Kounis syndrome (KS), also known as allergic myocardial infarction, presents in three variants. This condition is often underrecognized due to limited knowledge and its variable presentation. To address these limitations, the present revi...

Background: This study evaluates changes in the foveal avascular zone (FAZ) area and vessel density in patients with full-thickness macular hole (FTMH) before and after vitrectomy using optical coherence tomography–angiography (OCT-A). Methods:...

Background: Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare inflammatory cutaneous disorder that frequently occurs in association with systemic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This case report describes a 23-year-old female with Crohn’s...

Background/Objectives: Eating disorders (EDs) are complex psychopathological conditions involving dysfunctional eating behaviors, excessive body image concerns, and impaired emotional regulation. Among moral emotions, guilt plays a significant role i...

Treatment-resistant schizophrenia (TRS) poses significant therapeutic challenges due to persistent symptoms, poor adherence, and high relapse rates. Long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics offer a promising approach, yet limited evidence exists r...

Background/Objectives: During the last decade, there has been an increased interest in phenolic compound-rich natural products as natural therapies for regulating the molecular pathways behind central obesity and associated metabolic disorders. The p...

Background: We aim to evaluate the effect of the Nordic Walking program on the quality of life and functionality of individuals with intellectual disabilities; Methods: The NORDIN-JOY study is designed as a multicenter, randomized crossover trial. Pa...

Introduction: The rise in youth sports participation has led to an increase in pediatric sports-related injuries in the United States, contributing to growing healthcare costs and exacerbating socioeconomic disparities. Insurance payor status is a cr...

Background: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) encompass a group of conditions characterized by anatomical, histological, and/or functional abnormalities that affect the muscular and/or articular components of the temporomandibular joint. Prolotherap...

(1) Background: Autism, as an important global problem that affects many phenotypically different individuals, is associated with electroencephalographic (EEG) abnormalities and adaptability impairment. (2) Materials and Methods: In this retrospectiv...

Background/Objectives: Malignant adrenal tumors comprise both primary adrenal neoplasms and metastatic lesions, with the latter being significantly more common. Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the larynx is a prevalent head and neck cancer that typi...

Background/Objectives: Hailey–Hailey disease (HHD) is an uncommon genodermatosis with autosomal dominant inheritance caused by loss-of-function mutations in the ATP2C1 gene, which lead to disruption in keratinocyte adhesion and intraepidermal a...

Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is often associated with other injuries and comorbidities. However, even isolated TBI directly leads to dysfunction in multiple body systems outside the central nervous system. These extracranial effects of TB...

Background: End-of-life (EOL) care is an integral part of paramedic services, requiring not only medical expertise but also communication skills and emotional support. With the evolving role of paramedics in providing palliative care, understanding t...

Background/Objectives: The primary aim of the study was to investigate the self-reported behavior and practice of healthcare professionals (midwives and obstetricians) regarding physical activity during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. T...

The purpose of this study is to comprehensively review the relationship between malocclusion and anxiety and depression. While the physical implications of malocclusion are well documented, recent scholarship has shifted focus to examining the direct...

Background: Little is known about mental health among tuberculosis (TB) patients in Thailand. This study aimed to identify factors associated with mental health problems in TB patients in urban Thailand. Methods: This cross-sectional study collected...

Background/Objectives: Periprosthetic fractures (PFs) are serious complications that can occur after total hip arthroplasty (THA), particularly in elderly patients who often have multiple comorbidities and low bone density. The surgical treatment of...

Background/Objectives: Treatment with aromatase inhibitors can worsen frailty syndrome and psychological symptoms in women diagnosed with breast cancer (BC) receiving these drugs to prevent cancer recurrence. We analyze whether postmenopausal women w...

Background/Objectives: During radiotherapy for prostate cancer, the risk of radiation cystitis is increased if the volume of the bladder is small. According to previous studies, it is important that bladder volumes are ≥200 mL. Drinking protocols...

Objective: The aim of this case report is to show the surgical treatment of cranial fasciitis in a 2-year-old patient. Cranial fasciitis is an uncommon, nonmalignant, and swiftly proliferating lesion that primarily involves the cranium, predominantly...