Publications by authors named "A M Ka"
Article Synopsis
- Varicose veins, common in the lower limbs, pose challenges for diagnosis and treatment due to their various causes, necessitating improved methods for better patient outcomes.
- The study covers factors influencing varicose veins, like hormonal and environmental elements, while evaluating current diagnostic tools like duplex ultrasonography and new therapies including sclerotherapy and endovenous thermal ablation.
- It emphasizes the need for future research focused on patient-centered approaches, technological advancements, and molecular studies to enhance the effectiveness of varicose vein treatment, integrating insights from multiple medical disciplines.
Varicose vein therapy has historically relied significantly on invasive surgical procedures, which frequently resulted in poor compliance among patients. The tendency could stem from the past use of abrasive surgical procedures and a lack of documented drug-induced animal models. To address this challenge, we envisaged an innovative approach for animal model development that uses niacin-induced recurrent flushing.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) represent a prevalent group of conditions impacting the temporomandibular joint. Among the therapeutic interventions, occlusal splint therapy has gained recognition for its potential to address TMD symptoms, particularly in cases involving joint displacement. Objective This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of occlusal splint therapy in cases of moderate TMD with joint displacement, focusing on changes in condylar position, joint morphology, and patient-reported outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAim and objective Hyponatremia is the most common electrolyte abnormality in hospitalized patients. Age is an important, strong independent factor for hyponatremia. Geriatric at-risk groups are identified with six straightforward dichotomous questions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The 2014-2016 Ebola epidemic was largely restricted to the three nations of Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone, yet it tested the world's ability to address a potential global pandemic. This study provides an in-depth examination of the role of emotions in the response to the outbreak and engagement with public health measures, and the contextual factors which influenced them.
Methods: Historical research methods were utilised in the examination of primary and secondary sources.