Cutting-Edge Techniques and Drugs for the Treatment of Pulmonary Embolism: Current Knowledge and Future Perspectives ..read more

12 pages, 1501 KiB   15 pages, 2564 KiB   (8), 2308; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13082308 (registering DOI) - 16 Apr 2024 We are pleased to present a Special Issue dedicated to addressing the current challenges in the management of cerebral aneurysms (CA) [...] (8), 2290; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13082290 (registering DOI) - 15 Apr 2024 Clinical Advances in Cerebral Aneurysm Treatment Supplementary File 1 (ZIP, 1726 KiB) The Impact of Potassium Dynamics on Cardiomyocyte Beating in Hemodialysis Treatment In addition to conventional bleaching, temperature increases ..read more

In recent years, intraoperative computed tomography (CT) navigation has become widely used for the insertion of pedicle screws in spinal fusion surgery. However, conventional intraoperative CT navigation may be impaired by infrared interference between the infrared camera and surgical instruments, which can lead to the misplacement of pedicle screws. Recently, a novel intraoperative CT navigation system, NextAR, has been developed. It uses a small infrared camera mounted on surgical instruments within the surgical field. NextAR navigation can minimize the problem of infrared interference and b ..read more

: Abnormal liver function tests can identify severe cardiopulmonary failure. The aspartate transaminase/alanine transaminase (AST/ALT) ratio, or the De Ritis ratio, is commonly used to evaluate acute liver damage. However, its prognostic value in pulmonary embolism (PE) is unknown. : Two cohorts, including patients with intermediate- and high-risk PEs, were established: one with an abnormal baseline AST/ALT ratio (>1) and another with a normal baseline AST/ALT ratio ..read more

Antiseptics have been suggested to enhance the outcomes of non-surgical periodontal treatment (NSPT). Among these, povidone-iodine (PVP-iodine) was reported to significantly reduce periodontal pocket depths (PPDs). The aim of this study was to systematically re-assess the existing literature regarding the potential benefit of using PVP-iodine in step II periodontal therapy. The scientific literature was systematically searched across electronic libraries for randomized controlled trials employing PVP-iodine during NSPT through to September 2023, using search items related to PVP-iodine and per ..read more

Supplementary File 1 (ZIP, 27 KiB) The heightened awareness of ethnic dermatology aligns with the growing prevalence of skin of color communities globally, where hyperpigmentation disorders pose a common dermatological challenge. Effectively addressing dermal pigmentation is challenging due to its resistance to conventional therapies and its association with impaired quality of life. This underscores the need for effective treatments and a thorough grasp of laser advancements. A relevant literature search spanning the last 7 years across the PubMed database reveals core studies, challenges, an ..read more

: Post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock (PCCS), which is defined as severe low cardiac output syndrome after cardiac surgery, has a mortality rate of up to 90%. No study has yet been performed to compare patients with PCCS treated by conservative means to patients receiving additional mechanical circulatory support with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). : A single-center retrospective analysis from January 2018 to June 2022 was performed. : Out of 7028 patients who underwent cardiac surgery during this time period, 220 patients (3%) developed PCCS. The patients were stratif ..read more

Childhood obesity is a globally increasing pathological condition leading to long-term health issues such as cardiovascular diseases and metabolic syndrome (MetS). This study aimed to determine the clinical value of the Complete Blood Count-derived inflammation indexes Monocyte/HDL-C ratio (MHR), Lymphocyte/HDL-C ratio (LHR), Neutrophil/HDL-C ratio (NHR), and System Inflammation Response Index (SIRI) to predict the presence of metabolic syndrome and its association with cardiovascular risk markers (HOMA-IR, TG/HDL-C, and non-HDL-C) in children and adolescents with obesity. The study included a ..read more

Supplementary File 1 (ZIP, 268 KiB) Bariatric Surgery Outcomes in Patients with Severe Obesity Compared to Patients with Non-Severe Obesity at A New Institution in The United Arab Emirates Long COVID Clinical Severity Types Based on Symptoms and Functional Disability: A Longitudinal Evaluation New Strategies in the Treatment of Thyroid Carcinoma Patients requiring mechanical ventilation (MV) beyond 21 days, usually referred to as prolonged MV, represent a unique group with significant medical needs and a generally poor prognosis. Research suggests that approximately 10% of all MV patients will ..read more

(This article belongs to the Special Issue - 26 Mar 2024 State of the Art of Oral Health in Japan and Other Aging Countries Older adults who have undergone surgery for oral tumors are at increased risk of impaired masticatory rhythm. This study investigated the correlations between masticatory rhythm, objective masticatory performance, and subjective masticatory performance as well as factors related to masticatory rhythm. The participants were 44 adults (24 men, 20 women; age range 42~90 years old) who had undergone maxillectomy, mandibulectomy, or glossectomy and were rehabilitated with a ma ..read more