Evaluation of storage parameters of platelet-rich plasma in functional assay of epithelial gap repair.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP), produced from autologous blood and containing growth factors, has shown promise in treating various conditions, including diabetic wounds. However, as expected, patient compliance is low in the context of repeated treatments as required for hard-to-heal wounds. This study investigates the efficacy of PRP stored under refrigeration for up to 2 weeks in promoting in-vitro human epithelial cell gap closure.

Autistic People's Perspectives on Parental Diagnosis Disclosure: A Grounded Theory Study.

Being diagnosed with autism has multiple implications for a person's life and self-identity. Although learning about autism at a younger age is correlated with quality of life, only a few studies have addressed parental disclosure thereof. This study conceptualizes autistic adults' perspectives on parental disclosure.

Multifaceted Strategy Improves Outcomes of Patients Hospitalized with a Diabetic Foot Infection.

Diabetic foot infections (DFIs) are associated with major morbidity, reduced quality of life and increased mortality. Osteomyelitis is a leading cause of lower-extremity amputation in diabetic patients. We aimed to examine whether a multifaceted strategy for treating hospitalized patients with a DFI effectively influenced microbiological culture results and outcomes.

Telemedicine versus face-to-face care for treatment of patients with lower extremity ulcers.

Objective: Lower extremity ulcers (LEUs) are associated with a decline in patients' quality of life (QoL). Better healthcare availability in remote regions, facilitated by telemedicine (TM), may improve patient wellbeing. The aim of this study was to compare the QoL of patients treated via synchronous video TM with that of patients treated with standard face-to-face (FTF) care.

The impact of a multimodel approach to designing a new orthopedic department.

Objective: To determine whether a multifaceted approach effectively influenced antibiotic use in an orthopedics department.

Design: Retrospective cohort study comparing the readmission rate and antibiotic use before and after an intervention.

Setting: A 1,000-bed, tertiary-care, university hospital.