First Seizure Effects on Cognition in Adults

First Seizure Effects on Cognition in Adults Overview   Investigating cognitive and psychological functioning in adults after their first seizure, prior to epilepsy diagnosis and treatment, is crucial for understanding the early manifestations of neuropsychological comorbidities associated with chronic epilepsy. In this study, conducted through a telehealth-based prospective design, cognition, mood, and anxiety

Continuous Nursing And Surgical Site Wound Infections In Colorectal Oncology

Continuous Nursing And Surgical Site Wound Infections In Colorectal Oncology Overview In a systematic evaluation, the impact of continuous nursing on surgical site wound infections and postoperative complications in colorectal cancer (CRC) patients with stomas was thoroughly examined. Through comprehensive searches of multiple databases, including Embase, PubMed, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge

Calcaneus Fractures And The Impact Of Bone Grafting On Wound Infection

Calcaneus Fractures And The Impact Of Bone Grafting On Wound Infection Overview This research aimed to assess the efficacy of bone transplantation compared to non-bone transplantation in addressing intra-articular fractures of the calcaneus and their subsequent surgical complications. Utilizing data obtained from esteemed databases such as PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane, we meticulously

Op Koers Online Program: Assistance For Parents Of Pediatric Cancer Patients

Op Koers Online Program: Assistance For Parents Of Pediatric Cancer Patients This research addresses the challenges faced by parents of children with cancer, emphasizing the stress and uncertainty associated with treatments and long-term effects. The study, anchored in the disability-stress-coping model, highlights the crucial role of coping skills in mediating well-being.

Lung Cancer Surgery: Thoracoscopic Lobectomy And Wound Infection Rates

Lung Cancer Surgery: Thoracoscopic Lobectomy And Wound Infection Rates Overview This meta-analysis rigorously examines the impact of thoracoscopic lobectomy on wound infection rates and complications among lung cancer patients. Through a comprehensive search across multiple databases, including PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library, among others, this study identified 21 relevant studies encompassing 2,118

Hearing Testing Using At-Home Smartphone Apps

Hearing Testing Using At-Home Smartphone Apps Over 20% of the world's population has hearing loss, with 5% facing communication challenges. This disability causes psychosocial burdens, health issues, and economic losses due to decreased productivity. Early detection and remote monitoring can help reduce these negative effects and aid clinical diagnosis and research. Pure

Hepatobiliary Surgery: Preventing Infections With Drainage Tubes

Hepatobiliary Surgery: Preventing Infections With Drainage Tubes Overview The utilization of prophylactic abdominal drainage tubes following hepatobiliary surgery remains a subject of debate within the medical community. This study aimed to assess the impact of prophylactic abdominal drainage tube placement post-hepatobiliary surgery on postoperative infections. Thirteen randomized controlled trials, involving 3620 patients, were

Abrocitinib In The Treatment Of Moderate to Severe Atopic Dermatitis

Abrocitinib In The Treatment Of Moderate to Severe Atopic Dermatitis Overview This study examined the efficacy and safety of abrocitinib, a treatment for moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD), specifically focusing on patients with allergic comorbidities.   Data from phase 2b and phase 3 trials were analyzed, pooling information from patients who received abrocitinib or

Pediatric Cancer: An App For Pain Management

Pediatric Cancer: An App For Pain Management Pain, a pervasive and troubling symptom in childhood cancer, manifests in a significant portion of patients, affecting between 40% to 78% of those undergoing treatment. This distressing experience can arise either directly from the illness itself or as an adverse effect of the treatments

Open-Angle Glaucoma And Glaucoma Filtration Surgery

Open-Angle Glaucoma And Glaucoma Filtration Surgery Overview This population-based historic cohort study, spanning from 1997 to 2017, aimed to investigate the rate and risk factors associated with glaucoma filtration surgery (GFS) in individuals newly diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma (OAG) aged 45 and above. The cohort comprised 9420 patients diagnosed with OAG between