Smoking-related complications in foot and ankle surgery: a systematic review.

Objective: The detrimental effects of cigarette smoking on overall health are well-documented, with nicotine and carbon monoxide contributing to peripheral vasoconstriction and impaired oxygen delivery to tissues. This study reviews the impact of smoking on wound and bone healing, specifically in foot and ankle surgery, given its significant role as a modifiable risk factor for complications in orthopedic procedures.

Materials And Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted in May 2024 following PRISMA guidelines.

[Emergency department visits after foot and ankle surgeries].

Foot and ankle surgeries treat a range of conditions, from traumatic injuries to chronic deformities. Despite optimized procedures to minimize risks, postoperative complications can lead to emergency department consultations. This article explores the reasons for these consultations and suggests strategies to reduce them, improving patient care and cutting healthcare costs.

Impact of food additives (sodium carbonate and ammonium bicarbonate) on interactions between astringent compounds and an oral cell model.

Many foods contain additives like sodium carbonate and ammonium bicarbonate to ensure safety, preserve quality, or extend shelf life. Recent studies suggest these additives may influence interactions between astringent compounds and oral cells. Using a tongue epithelium cell model, we investigated how these salts affect interactions between astringent compounds (phenolic and non-phenolic) and oral constituents.

Recent increase in asthma mortality in Brazil: a warning sign for the public health system.

Objective: To provide an update on asthma mortality trends in Brazil and its regions between 2014 and 2021.

Methods: This was a retrospective descriptive observational study based on asthma mortality data from the Brazilian National Ministry of Health Mortality Database for the 2014-2021 period.

Results: In the study period, there were 18,584 asthma deaths in Brazil, with an annual increase of 2.

Analysis of Dental Arch Symmetry of Children With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate: Seven-Year Follow-Up.

Background: Orofacial cleft is the most common craniofacial deformity, resulting in facial anatomical disorders.

Aim: To evaluate maxillary dental arch symmetry of children with unilateral complete cleft lip, alveolus, and palate before and after primary surgeries.

Design: A total of 27 dental casts were analyzed: (T1) Presurgical; (T2) Postsurgical 1; and (T3) Postsurgical 2.