Publications by authors named "L Pingani"

The recommended treatment for early glottic cancer is trans-oral laser microsurgery, with excellent oncological and functional outcomes. The aim of this study is to evaluate oncological and functional outcomes in patients who underwent monolateral type III laser cordectomy for early glottic cancer. A total of 104 patients were enrolled.

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Background: The interest in psychedelics as a therapeutic intervention for existential distress of people with terminal illness grounds on their mechanism of action and effect on the spiritual/existential aspects accompanying end-of-life experiences.

Aims: This systematic review and network meta-analysis aimed at examining the efficacy and safety of psychedelic compounds for existential distress in terminally ill people.

Methods: PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, EMBASE, and clinicaltrials.

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  • This systematic review investigates the mental health and treatment access of Transgender Inmates (TGI) in correctional facilities, analyzing their specific challenges.
  • The meta-analysis of 13 studies indicates that TGI experience significantly higher risks of depression, PTSD, and suicide attempts compared to non-TGI inmates.
  • The study emphasizes the need for policy reforms and staff training to create safer and more supportive environments for TGI in prisons.
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Objectives: This exploratory study was conducted to find out how well the concept of evidence-based research (EBR) is known among European health researchers with substantial clinical research experience, and which barriers affect the use of an EBR approach. The concept of EBR implies that researchers use evidence synthesis to justify new studies and to inform their design.

Design: A cross-sectional exploratory survey study.

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