Urinary tract infections (UTIs) pose a significant challenge in the care of renal transplant recipients. This comprehensive review explores this population's multifaceted landscape of UTIs, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and tailored management strategies. Renal transplant recipients face an elevated risk of UTIs due to immunosuppression, altered urinary tract anatomy, and complex comorbidities.
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December 2023
Prenatal supplements are commonly used to support maternal health and fetal development during pregnancy. However, there are concerns regarding their efficacy and safety. This review article provides a critical evaluation of prenatal supplements, including their types, benefits, criticisms, factors affecting their efficacy, and popular brands.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMonkeypox (Mpox), a rare zoonotic viral infection caused by the monkeypox virus, has been gaining attention due to its potential for human-to-human transmission and its clinical resemblance to other poxvirus infections, such as smallpox and chickenpox. Enhancing nursing care for monkeypox patients is imperative to manage and contain its spread effectively. This review analyzes the key aspects of enhancing nursing care in monkeypox patients, focusing on differential diagnoses, prevention measures, and therapeutic interventions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe global pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has ushered in a new era of understanding the multifaceted nature of infectious diseases. Beyond its well-documented respiratory impact, COVID-19 has unveiled intricate interactions with the cardiovascular system, with potential implications that extend to bacterial endocarditis. This review explores the complex interplay between COVID-19 and bacterial endocarditis, elucidating shared risk factors, theoretical mechanisms, and clinical implications.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHymenoplasty is a reconstructive surgical procedure aimed at repairing the hymen, and it has gained significant attention in the Indian context due to cultural and societal factors associated with virginity. This review article aims to investigate contemporary patterns of hymenoplasty in India and assess their influence on young adults. The review employed a systematic approach to gather and analyze relevant literature from various academic databases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV) is a global public health concern, and understanding its transmission routes is crucial for effective prevention and control. While tick bites are the primary mode of TBEV transmission, emerging evidence suggests the potential for TBEV transmission through breast milk from infected mothers to their infants. This review article provides an overview of the current knowledge regarding TBEV transmission through breast milk and its clinical implications.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a significant public health concern in the Indian subcontinent, with high prevalence rates observed in countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and neighboring nations. This review article critically examines the occupational risks associated with COPD in the region and emphasizes the need for comprehensive preventive strategies. The review begins by providing background on COPD and highlighting its impact on individuals and the economy.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPemphigus vulgaris (PV) is a rare autoimmune blistering disorder that primarily affects the skin and mucous membranes. Conventional treatments for PV, such as corticosteroids and immunosuppressive agents, have limitations in terms of efficacy and long-term safety. Monoclonal antibody therapy, specifically rituximab, has emerged as a promising therapeutic approach in the management of PV.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBreast cancer is a significant public health concern, and addressing disparities in breast cancer screening is crucial for improving early detection and reducing mortality rates. This review article examines efforts to bridge the gap between awareness and action in reducing disparities in breast cancer screening. A systematic approach was employed to gather relevant literature using various databases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis review article explores the potential of ChatGPT as a substitute for diabetes educators. Diabetes is a prevalent chronic disease that requires ongoing education and support for patients to effectively manage their condition. However, there is a shortage of diabetes educators, and traditional education methods have limitations in addressing patients' individual needs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHepatitis A is a viral infection that can cause liver inflammation and damage. Hepatitis A outbreaks in children are of particular concern due to the potential long-term health effects they can have. In recent years, several outbreaks of hepatitis A have been reported worldwide, affecting mainly children and young adults.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAn ampullary carcinoma (AC) is defined as cancer that arises in the ampulla of Vater (AV). It is a tiny opening in the beginning segment of the small intestine called the duodenum. Pancreatic and bile duct fluids are pumped into the intestines via the AV.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Globally, low vitamin B12 levels, undernutrition, and folic acid deficiency are more common among the geriatric population. Nevertheless, low vitamin serum levels may reveal a deficiency in the routine following of nutrition recommendations. In this study, we aimed to estimate the serum vitamin B12 levels among the elderly.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRelapsed rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) has several therapeutic challenges. The novel treatment for relapsed RMS was surgical management, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Reoccurrence significantly occurs in children and adolescents.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHere, we report a case of a nine-year-old boy with chronic juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) leading to scleromalacia perforans (SP). We rarely see SP with fixed deformities of rheumatoid arthritis in the hands, but not as a starting point of the disease. He reported eye manifestations associated with JRA on further investigation and inquiry.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA patient with a history of treated pain with intravenous drugs comes at high risk for drug abuse. Administration of intravenous pentazocine continuously for a long time in the same location affected the skin tissue. Pentazocine misuse is frequent among patients with chronic disease conditions and the easy availability of pentazocine injection can easily lead to significant consequences.
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