Quality of Life and Work Productivity Impairment of Patients with Allergic Occupational Rhinitis.

Background: Several studies demonstrated the negative impact of allergic rhinitis on Quality of Life (QOL) and occupational activities. Similar studies on allergic Occupational Rhinitis (OR) are rare. The aim of this study was to evaluate the QOL and work productivity of patients diagnosed with allergic occupational rhinitis.

[Impact of occupational noise in the development of arterial hypertension: A survey carried out in a company of electricity production].

Background: Noise pollution is one of the major environmental pollutants that can adversely affect public health. Cardiovascular diseases are the primary out-auditory adverse outcome caused by occupational noise exposure.

Aims: To investigate the association between occupational exposure to high level of noise and blood pressure among a group of workers in a company of electricity production in the Centre of Tunisia.

[Quality of life in adult patient (Tunisian) with severe OSA].

Introduction: The negative impact of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) on quality of life of affected individuals is a central consequence of this disease. The recognition of the quality of life as a therapeutic target is a relatively new concept.

Objectives: To evaluate the quality of life and its determinants in patients with OSA.

Development and characterization of antibacterial braided polyamide suture coated with chitosan-citric acid biopolymer.

Braided polyamide sutures are frequently used in dermatologic surgery for wound closure. However, braided sutures promote bacteria proliferation. In order to prevent wound complications due to this effect, antibacterial sutures should be used.

[Impact of COPD on quality of life and mental health among one hundred Tunisian patients].

Unlabelled: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) constitutes a penalty in physical activities of patients. Its mental repercussions are important and expressed in a significant impairment of quality of life.

Objectives: To evaluate the quality of life and its determinants in Tunisian patients with COPD.