Urolithiasis management: An umbrella review on the efficacy and safety of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) versus the ureteroscopic approach.

This Umbrella Review aims to gather high-quality evidence on urolithiasis outcomes and complications, comparing extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL), ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URSL), and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS). We incorporated systematic reviews, some containing meta-analyses, into two separate reports, focusing on quantitative and qualitative results. Additionally, when data permitted, a secondary meta-analysis was conducted using final effect estimates from multiple meta-analyses.

Barriers to orthodox medical care of prostate cancer in Ghana.

Traditional medicine is widely used in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Ghana, where it is commonly integrated with modern orthodox medicine. This study examines the barriers that delay the pursuit of orthodox medical care for prostate cancer (PCa) in Ghana's Central region, where a blend of traditional and modern orthodox medicine exists. The preference for indigenous traditional medicine often results in late-stage presentations of PCa, adversely affecting patient outcomes.

Environmentally Sustainable and Green Polymeric Method for Chitosan (CH) Film Synthesis Using Natural Acids and Impact of Zinc Ferrite Nanoparticles (NPs) on Water Solubility (WS) and Physical Properties.

Currently, there is a rush to develop green polymeric films such as biodegradable chitosan (CH) films to control and prevent plastic pollution from degrading the environment. This study reports a novel and sustainable green approach to the development of CH films using lemon juice (LJ) and lemon peel extract (LPE), the latter to dilute the LJ. The LPE was also utilized for the synthesis of ZnFeO nanoparticles (NPs), adding to this work's novelty.

The Impact of Nickel-Zinc Ferrite Nanoparticles on the Mechanical and Barrier Properties of Green-Synthesized Chitosan Films Produced Using Natural Juices.

A trend has been established concerning the research and development of various green and biodegradable plastics for multi-purpose applications, aiming to replace petroleum-based plastics. Herein, we report the synthesis of chitosan (CH) films using lemon juice; these were reinforced with NiZnFeO nanoparticles (NiZnFeO NPs) to obtain improved mechanical and barrier properties, facilitating their future application as sustainable, corrosion-resistant coatings for medical instruments. The synthesized NiZnFeO NPs had a crystallite size of ~29 nm.

Green Chemically Synthesized Iron Oxide Nanoparticles-Chitosan Coatings for Enhancing Strawberry Shelf-Life.

To enhance the preservation of strawberries, a novel coating formulation was developed using chitosan (CH) and iron oxide (IO) nanoparticles (NPs) supplemented with ginger and garlic extracts and combined with varying concentrations of 1%, 2%, and 3% FeO NPs. The results of XRD revealed an average crystalline size of 48.1 nm for FeO NPs.

Unraveling the Genetic Basis of Congenital Limb Anomalies in Eight Families.

Limb abnormalities are the second most frequent birth defects seen in infants, after congenital heart disease. Over the past 150 years, more than 50 classifications for limb malformations based on morphology and osseous anatomy have been presented. The goal of the current study is to investigate the genetic basis of congenital limb abnormalities in the Pakistani population.

Intracerebral hemorrhage as a complication of reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome in the postpartum periods: a case report.

Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS) is a cerebrovascular condition marked by the diffuse, reversible narrowing of multiple segments of cerebral arteries. This syndrome predominantly affects women and most commonly presents around the age of 42. It can develop spontaneously or be induced by factors such as the postpartum period or exposure to vasoactive substances.

ASSESSMENT OF THROMBOSPONDIN-1 IN SICKLE CELL VASOOCCLUSIVE CRISIS AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH PLATELET INDICES AND INFLAMMATION.

Introduction: Thrombospondin-1 (TSP-1) is a key protein product of activated platelets which is significantly increased in sickle cell vaso-occlusive crisis (VOC) and other inflammatory conditions. This study aims to determine TSP-1 levels and their relationship with platelet indices and inflammation.

Objective: To evaluate TSP-1 levels in sickle cell anaemia (SCA) patients and assess their relationship with platelet indices and inflammation.

Knowledge of reproductive rights and associated factors among Oda Bultum University students, eastern Ethiopia.

Background: Reproductive rights are an essential element of public health interventions to reduce adolescent and youth mortality and morbidity. A lack of knowledge about sexual and reproductive health is an important barrier that contributes to a variety of health and social issues. This study assessed the knowledge of reproductive rights among Oda Bultum University students, eastern Ethiopia.

Assessment of the presence of multidrug-resistant , and in chicken meat, eggs and faeces in Mymensingh division of Bangladesh.

The emergence of bacteria that is resistant to several drugs of clinical importance poses a threat to successful treatment, a phenomenon known as multidrug resistance that affects diverse classes of antibiotics. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of multidrug-resistant , spp. and in chicken egg, meat and faeces from four districts of Bangladesh.

Deep learning ResNet34 model-assisted diagnosis of sickle cell disease microcolumn isoelectric focusing.

Traditional methods for sickle cell disease (SCD) screening can be inaccurate and misleading, and the early and accurate diagnosis of SCD is crucial for effective management and treatment. Although microcolumn isoelectric focusing (mIEF) is effective, the hemoglobinopathies must be accurately identified, wherein skilled personnel are required to analyse the bands in mIEF. Further automating and standardizing the diagnostic methods AI to identify abnormal Hbs would be a useful endeavor.

Intracerebral hemorrhage and subarachnoid hemorrhage as a manifestation of ruptured intracranial mycotic aneurysms: A report of 2 cases.

Intracranial mycotic aneurysms (IMA) are caused by abnormal dilatation of brain vessels due to infective dissemination, most often associated with endocarditis vegetation. This condition is relatively rare, accounting for approximately 0.7%-5.

Acceptability of Teleconsultation Services for HIV Care in Nigeria: A Mixed Methods Study.

Access to HIV care remains challenging, especially for patients living in remote areas, despite advances in antiretroviral treatment. The acceptability of teleconsultations for routine HIV care post-COVID is not well-explored. We explored factors influencing teleconsultation acceptability among people living with HIV (PLWH) and attending a tertiary care center in Kano, Nigeria.

The association between climate variables and tuberculosis in Kolaka District, Southeast Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, 2013-2020: a Bayesian autoregressive model.

Background: Tuberculosis is one of the diseases that requires comprehensive treatment. This disease is highly contagious and can be transmitted through the air. Climate factors play a role in the increasing cases of tuberculosis.

Efficacy of N-acetylcysteine for Prevention of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Background: As the prevalence of coronary artery disease rises, the demand for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) increases. A common complication after CABG is postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF), which is linked to adverse clinical outcomes. N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant, may mitigate oxidative stress and reduce the incidence of POAF.

A high stable sample loading for analysis of adult alpha-thalassemia via the improved microarray isoelectric focusing of Hb species.

The isoelectric focusing has realized various improvements, including the protocols and creation of mIEF (microcolumn isoelectric focusing) instruments with excellent sensitivity for screening of diabetes and beta thalassemia. However, the problem of manual sample loading and hydration for the mIEF limits the operational capacity for stably detecting and quantitating most abnormal hemoglobin (Hb). Herein, we provided a high stable sample loading protocol for analysis of alpha thalassemia and Hb variants.

Effect of Envenomation on Serum Hepatic Biomarkers in Snake (Echis Ocellatus) Bitten Individuals in Zamko Comprehensive Health Centre of the Jos University Teaching Hospital, North Central Nigeria.

Background: Snake bite is a neglected public health issue in many tropical and subtropical countries of the world. About 5.4 million snakebites occur each year, resulting in 1.

Bullying against Healthcare Professionals and Coping Strategies: A Scoping Review.

Violence against healthcare professionals is an event that further burdens the daily lives of those who try every day to care for and assist those who need it most. In an attempt to overcome these events, there are coping strategies that can be used to reduce the stress caused. Therefore, this study aims to analyse the phenomenon of violence against healthcare professionals and the relationship between the bullying suffered by these professionals and the coping strategies they developed to overcome these moments.

KCO: Balancing class distribution in just-in-time software defect prediction using kernel crossover oversampling.

The performance of the defect prediction model by using balanced and imbalanced datasets makes a big impact on the discovery of future defects. Current resampling techniques only address the imbalanced datasets without taking into consideration redundancy and noise inherent to the imbalanced datasets. To address the imbalance issue, we propose Kernel Crossover Oversampling (KCO), an oversampling technique based on kernel analysis and crossover interpolation.

Risk factors for re-expansion pulmonary edema following chest tube drainage in patients with spontaneous pneumothorax: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Re-expansion pulmonary edema (RPE) is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication that can occur after rapid lung expansion following the management of lung collapse. This meta-analysis aimed to investigate the risk factors for RPE following chest tube drainage in patients with spontaneous pneumothorax. We conducted a comprehensive systematic literature search in electronic databases of PubMed, ScienceDirect, Cochrane Library, and ProQuest to identify studies that explore the risk factors for RPE following chest tube drainage in spontaneous pneumothorax.

CDCA8, a mitosis-related gene, as a prospective pan-cancer biomarker: implications for survival prognosis and oncogenic immunology.

Background: Human cell division cycle-associated protein 8 (CDCA8), a critical regulator of mitosis, has been identified as a prospective prognostic biomarker in several cancer types, including breast, colon, and lung cancers. This study analyzed the diagnostic/prognostic potential and clinical implications of CDCA8 across diverse cancers.

Methods: Bioinformatics and molecular experiments.