Superior Sinus Membrane Perforation Rates In Sinus Floor Elevation Procedures Overview This multicenter cross-sectional study aimed to assess the frequency of sinus membrane perforations during transcrestal sinus floor elevation (TSFE) using osseo-densification (OD) burs and identify associated risk factors. Conducted across six centers with ethical approval, the study included patients aged 18
Author: Nancy Ogbonna
Tau Accumulation And White Matter Changes Linked To Hypertension
Tau Accumulation And White Matter Changes Linked To Hypertension Overview This study explored how amyloid buildup and hypertension interact to affect tau accumulation and atrophy in the entorhinal cortex (EC), while also investigating cerebral blood flow (CBF) as a potential shared mechanism. The researchers analyzed data from two cohorts of older adults
IBD Remission Communication To Promote Patient Comprehension
IBD Remission Communication To Promote Patient Comprehension Overview Previous research indicates that patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) often have a different understanding of remission compared to healthcare professionals, which may impact their expectations and treatment outcomes. This study aimed to explore three key areas: (1) patients' current understanding of remission, (2)
(CCD) Cutaneous Crohn’s Disease Manifestations In The Pediatric Population
(CCD) Cutaneous Crohn's Disease Manifestations In The Pediatric Population Overview Cutaneous Crohn's disease (CCD), also referred to as metastatic Crohn's disease, is a rare but often underrecognized condition characterized by granulomatous inflammation affecting the skin. This study investigates the demographic, clinical, histological features, and treatment outcomes of 89 pediatric cases of CCD,
Antipsychotic Injectable Medications Deplete Neurotrophic Factor In Schizophrenia Patients
Antipsychotic Injectable Medications Deplete Neurotrophic Factor In Schizophrenia Patients Overview Schizophrenia (SCZ) and schizoaffective disorder (SAD) are severe psychiatric conditions influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) has been identified as a potential biomarker for these disorders, though its temporal changes remain unclear. This study analyzes data
Macroprolactinoma Early Detection Is A Vision Saving Strategy
Macroprolactinoma Early Detection Is A Vision Saving Strategy Overview Managing visual field damage in patients with macroprolactinomas presents significant therapeutic challenges. This study aimed to examine the visual impairments associated with macroprolactinomas and their outcomes following medical and surgical treatments, with a focus on identifying predictors of visual recovery. A retrospective review of
Flu Outbreaks And Crisis Management Solutions
Flu Outbreaks And Crisis Management Solutions Overview Effective crisis learning is crucial for enhancing crisis management strategies. By reflecting on past public health crises, researchers and practitioners can gain valuable insights for future crisis readiness, particularly in managing critical risks and threats to public health and safety. Existing research on infectious disease
SIBO Pathology Risk In Intestinal Failure Patients
SIBO Pathology Risk In Intestinal Failure Patients Overview Patients with intestinal failure (IF) often experience abnormal intestinal anatomy, secretion issues, and dysmotility, which can disrupt intestinal homeostasis and lead to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). To understand the prevalence of SIBO in IF patients and identify associated risk factors, a systematic review
When Cosmetic Procedures Go Wrong: Wounded Skin Emergencies
When Cosmetic Procedures Go Wrong: Wounded Skin Emergencies Overview This study aimed to assess the occurrence of emergency complications among dermatologists during dermatological, surgical, and cosmetic procedures, as well as their knowledge of emergency protocols and basic life support. Conducted through an online survey of 240 dermatologists, the study examined the frequency
Dementia Studies Reveal Home Foreclosure Is Associated With Memory Decline
Dementia Studies Reveal Home Foreclosure Is Associated With Memory Decline Overview Housing insecurity is increasingly affecting older adults, yet its impact on cognitive health remains underexplored. This study examines the relationship between foreclosure and cognitive outcomes, specifically memory decline and the probability of dementia, in older adults. The analysis utilized data from
