Publications by authors named "Mariana Kostova"
The objective of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to assess the efficacy of the biodegradable temporising matrix (BTM) (NovoSorb; PolyNovo Biomaterials Pty Ltd, Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia) in the reconstruction of complex upper extremity wounds. The authors conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis as per the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines assessing the efficacy of BTM in complex upper extremity wound reconstruction. The primary outcome measures were successful BTM integration and the proportion of wounds healed.
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- This study examines the outcomes of cochlear implantation in two pediatric patients with Cockayne syndrome and hearing loss.
- One patient received bilateral and the other unilateral implants, with improvements in auditory and quality of life measures observed.
- The findings suggest that cochlear implants can significantly benefit patients with Cockayne syndrome, particularly those who are more cognitively developed.