Journal of Clinical Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 15

Background/Objectives: Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is a chronic immune-mediated inflammatory disorder affecting the spine and sacroiliac joints, with variable clinical expression. This study assessed serum levels of inflammatory (TNF-α, IL-...

Background: In recent years, multiple transcatheter devices have been developed for tricuspid valve intervention. The aim of this study was to evaluate acute tricuspid annular remodeling following percutaneous leaflet repair using a leaflet approxima...

Background/Objectives: Achieving renal access is a key step in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL), with transpapillary access considered the safest anatomical approach. This prospective pilot study aimed to compare the effectiveness of freehand ultra...

Background: Small airway dysfunction (SAD) plays a critical role in the management of severe asthma, particularly in patients at risk of requiring biological therapies (BTs). Short-term studies have shown that switching to single-inhaler triple thera...

Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a prevalent disorder with significant systemic and oral health consequences. This narrative review synthesizes the current knowledge on the interplay between dental health and sleep apnea, highlighting the e...

Background: Chemical eye burns are a serious ophthalmic emergency that can lead to permanent vision loss in severe cases. This study aims to evaluate structural changes in the posterior segment of the eye in individuals who have experienced chemical...

Atrial fibrillation is the most frequent arrhythmia in elderly subjects. Cancer currently represents one of the most important causes of mortality and morbidity in the world. Often, the two pathologies coexist. Several pathophysiological mechanisms c...

Background: Relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (R/R AML) remains a therapeutic challenge due to disease heterogeneity, resistance mechanisms, and poor tolerability to intensive regimens. Venetoclax (VEN), a BCL-2 inhibitor, has shown promise...

Pain management in multiple trauma patients presents a complex clinical challenge due to competing priorities such as hemodynamic instability, polypharmacy, coagulopathy, and the urgency of life-saving interventions. In this context, peripheral nerve...

Background: Patients with ankylotic spines suffering from vertebral column fractures are frequently operated on to maintain spinal stability and prevent secondary displacement and nerve damage. The aim of this study was to identify a subset of patien...