Appropriate Statin Use in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Ischemic Stroke or Myocardial Infarction at a Tertiary County Teaching Hospital.

Background: Statins are the mainstay of therapy in patients suffering an acute ischemic stroke (AIS) or myocardial infarction (MI); however, several studies have shown that prescribing is not optimal.

Objective: The main objective of this study was to evaluate the percentage of patients prescribed appropriate statin therapy upon discharge after an AIS or MI.

Methods: This is a single-center retrospective cohort study conducted at a tertiary, county, teaching hospital in patients aged 18 to 89 years who were newly diagnosed with AIS or MI, from September 2017 to September 2022.

Analysis of factors influencing the choice for a centre for obstetrical and gynaecological patients.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyse the factors that influence patients` choice of obstetric and gynaecological medical centre.

Methods: Patients attending the gynaecological and obstetric outpatient department (gyn./obs.

Galectin-7 Expression in the Placentas of Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus.

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a common condition during pregnancy. The prevalence of GDM is continuously increasing worldwide. Due to accessible diagnostic methods and a clear understanding of risk factors, GDM can be effectively diagnosed and managed.

Machine Learning-Based Prediction of 1-Year Survival Using Subjective and Objective Parameters in Patients With Cancer.

Purpose: Palliative care is recommended for patients with cancer with a life expectancy of <12 months. Machine learning (ML) techniques can help in predicting survival outcomes among patients with cancer and may help distinguish who benefits the most from palliative care support. We aim to explore the importance of several objective and subjective self-reported variables.