Modified Center-Edge Angle in Children with Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip.

Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a prevalent developmental condition that necessitates early detection and treatment. Follow-up, as well as therapeutic decision-making in children younger than four years, is challenging because the center-edge (CE) angle of Wiberg is not reliable in this age group. The authors propose a modification of the CE angle (MCE) to achieve comparable reliability with the CE among children younger than four and set diagnostic thresholds for the diagnosis of DDH.

White Coats at a Crossroads: Hygiene, Infection Risk, and Patient Trust in Healthcare Attire-An Umbrella Review with Quantitative Synthesis and Stress, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats Analysis.

White coats, traditionally symbols of physicians' hygiene and professionalism, are now scrutinized for potential infection risks during patient interactions. This review investigates whether wearing white coats is linked to microbial contamination, infection transmission, and patient expectations. An umbrella review of peer-reviewed studies and guidelines was conducted, with searches in PubMed/Medline and Scopus using terms related to medical attire, infection control, patient perceptions, and discrimination.

Stability of medially and laterally malpositioned screws: a biomechanical study on cadavers.

Background Context: Pedicle screw instrumentation is widely used in spine surgery. Axial screw misplacement is a common complication. In addition to the recognized neurovascular risks associated with screw misplacement, the biomechanical stability of misplaced screws remains a subject of debate.

Long-term stability of extra virgin olive oil: effects of filtration and refrigeration storage on the Kolovi variety.

Background: The composition of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) defines its sensory, nutritional, and human health benefits, and distinguishes it as a key component of the Mediterranean diet. Nevertheless, EVOO constituents are susceptible to degradation during processing and storage, which reduces the olive oil's quality and limits its shelf life. The present study investigated the effect of molecular filtration before storage and the effect of cool storage at 4 °C on the stability of 'Kolovi' EVOO, a variety originating from the Greek island of Lesvos, over a 24 month period.

Production and characterisation of environmentally relevant microplastic test materials derived from agricultural plastics.

Soil environments across the globe, particularly in agricultural settings, have now been shown to be contaminated with microplastics. Agricultural plastics - such as mulching films - are used in close or direct contact with soils and there is growing evidence demonstrating that they represent a potential source of microplastics. There is a demand to undertake fate and effects studies to understand the behaviour and potential long-term ecological risks of this contamination.

Interactions between xanthan gum and phenolic acids.

The molecular and colloidal-level interactions between two major phenolic acids, gallic and caffeic acid, with a major food polysaccharide, xanthan gum, were studied in binary systems aiming to correlate the stability of the binary systems as a function of pH and xanthan-polyphenol concentrations. Global stability diagrams were built, acting as roadmaps for examining the phase separation regimes followed by the fluorimetry-based thermodynamics of the interactions. The effects of noncovalent interactions on the macroscopic behavior of the binary systems were studied, using shear and extensional rheometry.

Correlation of Serum Prolactin Levels With Metabolic and Cardiovascular Risk in Greek Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder among females. PCOS is associated with various metabolic and cardiovascular complications, including insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease. The role of serum prolactin (PRL) in the development of these complications in PCOS is not well understood.

How can youth involvement in public health conferences promote a tobacco-free generation? Lessons from the ECToH 2023's Youth Committee.

Young health advocates have the legitimate aspiration to be masters of their future and are increasingly contributing to public health research and practice worldwide, yet their potential to contribute to the documentation and communication of outputs from public health conferences has not been fully realised. This short communication highlights the Youth Committee of the 2023 European Conference on Tobacco or Health as an example of youth involvement in a major public health conference focused on tobacco control. The authors explore the benefits, practicalities and challenges of incorporating young professionals into conference workflow, including creativity, networking and engagement with broader public health challenges within their communities.

Eco-Friendly and COVID-19 Friendly? Decreasing the Carbon Footprint of the Operating Room in the COVID-19 Era.

Surgery is one of the most energy-intensive branches of healthcare. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has reduced surgical volumes, infection control protocols have increased the ecological footprint of surgery owing to the extensive use of personal protective equipment, sanitation, testing and isolation resources. The burden of environmental diseases requiring surgical care, the international commitment towards environmental sustainability and the global efforts to return to the pre-pandemic surgical workflow call for action towards climate-friendly surgery.

Bone density optimized pedicle screw insertion.

Spinal fusion is the most common surgical treatment for the management of degenerative spinal disease. However, complications such as screw loosening lead to painful pseudoarthrosis, and are a common reason for revision. Optimization of screw trajectories to increase implant resistance to mechanical loading is essential.

Is surgery on the right track? The burden of wrong-site surgery.

Surgery is a cornerstone of modern health care. Medical errors resulting from the clinical treatment of patients are a problem with global relevance. Among "never events," wrong-site surgery accounts for preventable mistakes with a big impact on patients as well as the economy.

Telemedicine in Care of Sarcoma Patients beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic: Challenges and Opportunities.

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has created a challenging environment for sarcoma patients. Most oncology societies published guidelines or recommendations prioritizing sarcoma patients and established telehealth as an efficient method of approaching them. The aim of this review is the assessment of current evidence regarding the utilization of telemedicine in diagnosis, treatment modalities, telerehabilitation and satisfaction among sarcoma patients and healthcare providers (HP).