Background Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a form of dementia, marked by amyloid-β plaques, neurofibrillary tangles, and neuronal loss. The amyloid burden has been associated with cognitive impairment and depression, suggesting a potential link between these conditions. Objective This study investigates the relationships between amyloid burden, cognitive impairment, and depression in the preclinical stages of AD.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAmyloid plaques and tau tangles are the hallmark pathologic features of Alzheimer's disease (AD). Traditionally, these changes are identified in vivo via cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis or positron emission tomography (PET) scans. However, these methods are invasive, expensive, and resource-intensive.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Nurses frequently experience compassion fatigue and burnout, which impact their personal lives and patient care. The COVID-19 pandemic additionally caused stress, uncertainty, and fear of death among healthcare professionals.
Aim: To assess professional quality of life (ProQoL) among nurses after the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
J Conserv Dent Endod
September 2023
Endodontic treatment is primarily a combination of chemical as well as mechanical preparation of canal space which helps in the placement of a biocompatible material. The main purpose of endodontic treatment is to eradicate microorganisms from the infected root canal system and prevent recontamination. The principle constituents of an endodontic filling are core material "Gutta Percha" and "Endodontic Sealers.
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