Prevalence of Infection and Efficacy of Bismuth Quadruple and Levofloxacin Triple Eradication Therapies: A Retrospective Analysis.

() infection is a widespread global health issue and a primary cause of diseases like gastritis, gastroduodenal ulcers, and gastric cancer. This study examines the prevalence of infection in patients undergoing upper endoscopy and assesses the efficacy of bismuth quadruple therapy (BQT) and levofloxacin triple therapy. A retrospective analysis of 507 gastroscopies was conducted, with indications including epigastric pain, heartburn, postprandial fullness, early satiation, and regurgitation.

A Diagnostic-Driven Prospective Clinical Study Evaluating the Combination of an Antibiofilm Agent and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy.

Background: Each year, millions of Americans develop truncal pressure ulcers (PUs) which can persist for months, years, or until the end of life. Despite the negative impact on quality of life and escalating costs associated with PUs, there is sparse evidence supporting validated and efficacious treatment options. As a result, treatment is based on opinion and extrapolation from other wound etiologies.

A double-blind trial comparing an antimicrobial combination to standard care in hard-to-heal wounds.

Objective: Excessive numbers of bacteria in hard-to-heal wounds impede wound healing. Numerous topical antiseptics have demonstrated effectiveness in benchtop studies; however, few clinical studies have demonstrated efficacy in the target population: patients with hard-to-heal wounds. This study addressed the clinical efficacy of a novel antibiofilm cleanser and gel in reducing bacterial load and improving wound outcomes.

A prospective clinical pilot study comparing two post-operative dressings in the treatment of surgical incisions in volunteers.

Objective: Surgical site infections (SSIs) are one of the leading causes of post-operative morbidity and mortality worldwide. The original post-operative dressing, gauze taped in place, did not protect the incision from contamination. A recent clinical trial demonstrated that transparent films were superior to gauze in reducing SSIs.