Observational study of venous leg ulcer treated with a native collagen-alginate dressing and the impact on wound-related quality of life.

Background: Venous leg ulcers (VLUs) are associated with various physical and social adverse effects for patients but also contribute to a significant socioeconomic burden.

Purpose: To examine the clinical performance and safety of a collagen-alginate dressing in combination with standard wound care in non-healing VLUs.

Methods: In an observational, explorative, single-center study, VLUs of 60 patients were covered with a collagen-alginate dressing.

Comparison of Complete Versus Incomplete Percutaneous Revascularization in Patients With Chronic Total Occlusion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

The optimal extent of revascularization in patients with chronic total occlusion (CTO) undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) remains debated. This meta-analysis aimed to compare the clinical outcomes of complete versus incomplete revascularization in CTO patients. A systematic search of EMBASE, PubMed, and Web of Science was conducted up to July 6, 2024.

The experiences of patients using a cancer hotline service.

Background: The present study aimed to evaluate oncology patients' experiences with a hotline service in a tertiary cancer centre, identifying areas for local improvement and to inform the work of the hotline.

Methods: A link to an online platform to complete a survey was sent through bulk messaging to 3028 mobile numbers. The survey answers and results were saved and consolidated in the online platform.

The use of indocyanine green fluorescence angiography to assess perfusion of chronic wounds undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

Objective: The purpose of this study is to determine the utility of using indocyanine green fluorescence angiography (IGFA) in assessing perfusion of chronic wounds after hyperbaric oxygen (HBO2) therapy.

Methods: From May 2016 to January 2018, 26 patients underwent both HBO2 and IGFA. A near-infrared charge-coupled camera measured the flow of intravenous indocyanine green into the wound.

Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease: presentation and implications in undocumented immigrants.

Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome is an autoimmune disease involving pigmented tissue in the eyes, auditory system, skin, and central nervous system. It often presents as bilateral chronic granulomatous panuveitis. We report the case of a 32-year-old immigrant who presented to the emergency department asking for a second opinion for loss of vision and progressive hearing loss.