Effectiveness of Induced Hypothermia on the Prognosis of Post-cardiac Arrest Patients: A Scoping Literature Review.

Cardiac arrest (CA) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Therapeutic hypothermia (TH) is hypothesized to be a reliable practice for better prognosis in post-cardiac arrest (PCA) patients. Medical subject headings (MeSH) terminology was used to search PubMed Central, Medline, and PubMed databases for articles on the use of hypothermia in PCA patients.

Should Marijuana Be Legalized: A Scoping Review of Associations of Marijuana and Depression.

People with addiction to marijuana and those who have ever consumed marijuana at any time during their life suffer from depression at some point in their life. Depression has been associated with substance use as both a trigger and repercussion. A total of 3663 articles were analyzed, and 26 articles were collectively selected for this study.

Comparing Current Therapeutic Modalities of Androgenic Alopecia: A Literature Review of Clinical Trials.

Androgenic alopecia (AGA), commonly known as male pattern baldness (MPB), is a hereditary condition characterized by hair follicles that are sensitive to androgens. This article focuses on examining the recent advancements in the comprehension and management of AGA. The genetic factors and pathophysiology of AGA, including the role of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and the androgen receptor gene, are discussed.

Effectiveness of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure in Treating Hypertension in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Traditional Review.

Almost one billion individuals worldwide suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The most widely used treatment for OSA has been continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), but its effect on blood pressure (BP) has been challenged. Our review aims to evaluate the effects of treating OSA with CPAP on BP and BP-related morbidities in adult hypertensive patients.

Therapeutic Potential of Vitamin D in Management of Asthma: A Literature Review.

Asthma, a prevalent chronic respiratory illness, affects a substantial number of individuals worldwide, with an estimated occurrence of 358 million cases. Evidence for the benefits of vitamin D in treating asthma is ambiguous and contradictory. The goal of this review article is to emphasize the value of vitamin D supplementation for people with asthma.