Publications by authors named "T H Loew"
Is there a rationale for hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the patients with Post COVID syndrome? : A critical review.
Eur Arch Psychiatry Clin Neurosci
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has led to 762 million infections globally, with about 10% of those infected experiencing long-term effects known as post-COVID condition, impacting at least one million people in Germany alone.
- - Symptoms of post-COVID condition vary widely, affecting 10-30% of outpatients and 50-70% of hospitalized patients, with only 13% of those infected reporting complete recovery.
- - Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has been used for various medical issues since 1957 and shows promise in improving oxygen delivery and reducing inflammation, with initial studies indicating beneficial effects on cognitive function and symptoms following COVID-19.
Aims: Fracture-related infections (FRIs) are a devastating complication of fracture management. However, the impact of FRIs on mental health remains understudied. The aim of this study was a longitudinal evaluation of patients' psychological state, and expectations for recovery comparing patients with recurrent FRI to those with primary FRI.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Affective disorders profoundly affect individuals' emotional well-being and quality of life. This study investigates the epidemiology of affective disorders in Germany from 2011 to 2021, focusing on incidence rates, age- and sex-standardized rates, and developmental trends.
Methods: Using nationwide data of ICD-10 diagnosis codes from 2011 to 2021, this cross-sectional study analyzed inpatient cases of affective disorders in individuals aged 20 years or older.
Objective: Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a devastating complication following joint replacement surgeries. While the somatic impacts of PJI have been extensively explored, the influence on mental health remains understudied. This study aimed to longitudinally assess the psychological burden, quality of life, and expectations in individuals undergoing treatment for PJI.
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