A cancer diagnosis has long-term physical and psychological consequences, and patients vary considerably in their mental health outcomes during the disease process. Psychological resilience has been identified as a protective factor, yet the mechanis...
Training the public health workforce is a critical component of health system strengthening. In Mexico, postgraduate education operates under a national accreditation framework intended to ensure academic quality and social relevance, yet comprehensi...
Gender incongruence significantly impacts the family system, yet the subjective experiences of caregivers remain relatively underexplored. This narrative review synthesizes contemporary evidence regarding psychological distress, emotional burden, and...
Background: Medication adherence and persistence in treating chronic diseases present as a continuous challenge for healthcare providers in long-term management. The most frequent reasons that several diseases are poorly controlled in the population...
Objectives: The present study examined the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and other mental disorders among patients visiting primary healthcare centers (PHCs) in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, and explored demographic, lifestyle, and socioeconomic determi...
Contemporary clinical medicine relies on the integration of clinical observation with physiological and pathological mechanisms to improve diagnosis, therapeutic decision-making, and patient outcomes. However, most current biomedical research interpr...
Background: Medication errors pose significant health risks and economic burdens globally. In Saudi Arabia, the reported error rates range from 1.6% to 84.8%; yet, the contributing factors remain inadequately understood. This systematic review aims t...
Unexpected in-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) in the emergency department is defined as an unexpected cardiac arrest during the stay in the emergency department with measured vital signs when entering the emergency department, requiring immediate emer...
Cognitive decline among older people is a growing concern worldwide since it impacts quality of life and independence. Recently, we reported that an epicatechin-enriched product improves cardiometabolic status, physical performance/mobility, and qual...
Vulvar carcinoma is the fourth most common gynecological cancer, with squamous cell carcinoma being the most frequent type. Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN) is a precursor lesion and is strongly associated with human papillomavirus (HPV) infect...
Background: Chronic pain poses a major global health burden, often inadequately managed by conventional analgesics due to limited efficacy and side effects. In this context, plant-based therapies offer a promising alternative. This study aimed to eva...
Background: Oncocytoma and angiomyolipoma (AML) are benign renal tumors that may mimic malignant lesions on imaging. With the increasing use of partial nephrectomy (PN) for renal masses, accurate preoperative characterization of these lesions is esse...
Background/Objectives: Deep caries lesions represent an actual concern in preserving tooth vitality and preventing irreversible pulpitis. As presently the non-selective approach is considered an overtreatment, the concept of selective caries removal...
Background: Multinodular goiter (MNG) is a common thyroid condition characterized by multiple nodules within the thyroid gland. This study aims to evaluate the incidence and clinical features of occult thyroid carcinoma in patients with multinodular...
Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is the definitive treatment for end-stage hip osteoarthritis, reliably relieving pain and restoring joint function. However, patient-reported quality of life (QoL) after THA remains heterogeneous, with recovery trajectori...
(1) Background: Self-control is an essential capacity in educating young generations for the good management of personal resources and a healthy life adapted to the constantly changing demands of technological society. Artificial intelligence is an e...
Background and Objectives: Standard treatment in metastatic breast cancer with positive estrogen receptors and negative HER2neu is represented by CDK4 inhibitors combined with aromatase inhibitors or fulvestrant. Palliative radiotherapy is indicated...
(1) Background: Hyperuricemia and periodontal disease are interconnected through shared inflammatory pathways, oxidative stress, and microbiome alterations. Both conditions involve chronic inflammation with uric acid contributing to systemic inflamma...
Oligometastatic colorectal cancer (CRC) refers to a state in which distant metastatic spread is limited to a few sites, offering the potential for curative treatment with aggressive local therapies. The surgical management of oligometastatic CRC has...
Background/Aim: This case report navigates through the challenges of a complex clinical scenario involving germ cell tumors (GCTs), one of the most frequently encountered malignancies in adolescents and young adults. Case report: We present the case...
Background: The accurate identification of malignant lymph nodes in cervical ultrasound images is crucial for early diagnosis and treatment planning. Traditional evaluation metrics, such as accuracy and the Dice Similarity Coefficient (DSC), often fa...
Background/Objectives: The aim of this narrative review is to perform an updated literature review of the root canal microbiome in secondary endodontic infections and the bacterial dynamics that govern the processes leading to the development of thes...
Introduction: Acrodermatitis chronica atrophicans (ACA) is a late-stage cutaneous manifestation of Lyme borreliosis, primarily caused by Borrelia afzelii. It mainly affects the distal limbs and leads to progressive skin atrophy. Unlike other Lyme dis...
Diuretics are a class of pharmacological agents that promote the renal excretion of water and electrolytes, increasing urine output and reducing fluid retention. They play a critical role in the management of edematous syndromes, irrespective of thei...
Gaucher disease (GD) is the most common lysosomal storage disorder, with an increased prevalence among Ashkenazi Jews. It is an autosomal recessive metabolic disorder caused by pathogenic variants in the GBA1 gene. In this study, we present the case...
Alcohol use disorders are associated with many negative mental health outcomes such as the aggravation of symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders and, notably, increased suicidality. The nearly reciprocal relationship between the two entities ma...
The growing popularity and consumption of herbal slimming supplements can be attributed to their perception as natural products that lack side effects. However, the composition and ingredient quality listed on their labels often undergo insufficient...
Background: Colorectal surgery remains a cornerstone in the management of colorectal cancer, yet postoperative complications continue to impact surgical outcomes. This study investigates key risk factors influencing morbidity, focusing on patient com...
Surgery continues to be the primary therapeutic approach for patients diagnosed with colon cancer. Unfortunately, postoperative complications have been shown to negatively impact short-term patient outcomes, long-term oncological prognosis, and overa...
Patients with a BRCA1 germline mutation often represent a challenge for medical healthcare, since they develop malignancies that tend to be more aggressive and which need to be addressed in multidisciplinary teams with more individualized therapies....
Objective: The literature concerning the association between coronary slow flow (CSF) and anxiety and depression is controversial. Furthermore; there is no existing data in the literature on the potential association between CSF and adverse childhood...
Background: Managing acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) is complex, particularly when combined with comorbidities like sleep apnea. Effective treatment requires personalized approaches, focusing on quality of life (QoL) and mental health outcom...
Objective: This study aims to explore the integration of Enneagram personality types with homeopathic prescribing by evaluating the relationship between personality traits and the corresponding homeopathic remedies, enhancing individualized care thro...
Research undertaken over the past few years has brought attention to the role of oxidative stress in the development of neoplasms by damaging nucleic acids, lipids, and proteins, thereby altering their normal function. In general, the levels of antio...
Measles remains an important cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Most HIV-infected adults are immune against measles, so titres of measles antibodies should be determined prior to vaccination. A measles vaccine can be administered to HIV-posi...
Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder significantly associated with cardiovascular complications. Electrocardiographic (ECG) abnormalities are common in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) and can serve as early markers...
Desmoid tumors are rare mesenchymal neoplasms arising from locally invasive fibroblasts. While they lack metastatic potential, they exhibit high local recurrence rates and can cause significant tissue destruction. We present the case of a 39-year-old...
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a relatively common condition that is the leading cause of preventable deaths in developed nations. VTE encompasses deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) and affects both hospitalized and non-hospitali...
Do individuals with autism overlook opportunity costs? Considering the mediating role of cognitive biases and utilizing an AI-driven experiment, our provisional answer is yes. Cognitive biases can severely distort the accurate calculation of opportun...
The global rise in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) calls for an urgent focus on lifestyle interventions, particularly physical activity, as a critical factor in its management and prevention. This systematic review evaluates the impact of physical ac...
Objectives: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) pose a significant public health concern, negatively impacting children’s physical and mental health. This study examines the association between ACEs and the co-occurrence of somatization and po...
Recent years have seen a rapid expansion in research examining the relationship between homocysteine and stroke. In this study, we conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of 233 articles related to homocysteine and stroke, published over the...
One major cause of prenatal mortality and morbidity is congenital abnormalities. Knowing the prevalence and etiology of congenital malformations is essential for analyzing trends and improving neonatal care. Objective: the team aimed to evaluate the...
Over the past two decades, surgical techniques in colorectal cancer (CRC) have improved patient outcomes through precision and reduced invasiveness. Open colectomy, laparoscopic surgery, robotic-assisted procedures, and advanced rectal cancer treatme...
Worldwide, urinary tract infections (UTIs) have an increased incidence, especially in women. Recurrent UTIs (rUTIs) appear in less than three months in 80% of the cases, being associated with age, sexual activity, or diabetes mellitus. Antibiotics re...
Objectives: Early environmental factors have a significant impact on the development of atopic conditions in children. Breastfeeding has been highlighted for its role in enhancing both immune support and cognitive development. Early allergic conditio...
Before performing a thyroidectomy, a range of diagnostic studies is typically conducted to evaluate thyroid function and structure. Ultrasound and elastography are employed to assess the gland’s morphology and to identify nodular goiters that m...
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