Publications by authors named "P K Krajewski"

The paper presents the results of experimental and numerical tests on barrel vaults with backfill material. The thickness, internal span, and rise of the vaults were 125 mm, 2000 mm, and 730 mm, respectively. In experimental studies, vaults with backfill of expanded clay aggregate or granite aggregate were tested.

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Psoriasis is a chronic skin disorder affecting over 60 million people worldwide, with both physical and psychological impacts due to the visible lesions and associated somatic symptoms. This study aimed to assess disease acceptance among psoriasis patients and to explore its correlation with disease severity, itch intensity, and quality of life (QoL) The study included 166 psoriasis patients, comprising 101 men and 65 women, all with a disease duration of at least one year. Clinical and psychological aspects of psoriasis were comprehensively assessed using various standardized tools, along with a demographic questionnaire.

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  • * It involved 213 individuals with varying acne severities, using questionnaires to assess illness acceptance, quality of life, and stigmatization.
  • * Results showed that higher illness acceptance was associated with lower acne severity and better quality of life, suggesting that improving acceptance could enhance patients' psychological well-being.
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  • The focus in dermatology has expanded beyond just treating skin issues to prioritizing the quality of life (QoL) for both patients and their families.
  • The study aims to identify and categorize tools that measure how chronic skin diseases affect the QoL of family members and caregivers.
  • Results showed 20 relevant instruments, which can be divided into generic, dermatology-specific, and disease-specific categories, emphasizing the need for these tools in clinical practice to better support families.*
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