Demonstration of Radiographic Bone Fill in Postextraction Sockets Using a Novel Implant-Site Development Technique: A Retrospective Comparative Case Series.

The objective of this study was to compare the novel extraction-site development (XSD) technique with spontaneous healing. Advanced alveolar defects (extraction defect sounding, classes 3 and 4) at 33 single-rooted teeth were treated by XSD (test), and 21 extraction sites of single-rooted teeth were left for spontaneous healing (control). In pre- and postoperative cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) data sets, orovestibular and vertical socket dimensions were assessed, as were socket areas.

[In silico diabetology].

Introduction: Simulation models can contribute substantially to our understanding and ability to control the dynamic processes underlying impaired glucose metabolism in diabetic patients.

Aim: The aim of this paper is to outline a new comprehensive, physiologically-based dynamic model of glucose homeostasis incorporating up-to-date quantitative knowledge about glucose metabolism and its control by insulin and glucagon.

Method: The model is composed of three submodels for glucose, insulin, and glucagon.

[Objective assessment of transfusion-related knowledge of nurses using modern test theory].

Introduction: Clinical practice requires knowledge of health professionals for the application of problem solving of different tasks in various clinical settings. Therefore, a set of reliable measurement tools is required to assess various components of the professional knowledge including factual knowledge, skills and competence as outcomes of nursing education and training. Traditional questionnaires and test methods do not allow the measurement of these characteristics properly, as these tools typically provide overall scores without relevant insight into areas in which nurses perform well, and those where their knowledge and/or skills should be improved substantially.

[Transfusiology knowledge and competence of nurses in light of a national survey].

Introduction: International literature data clearly show that the role of nurses in transfusion therapy, which needs professional knowledge and skills, continues to increase.

Aim: The aim of the authors was to perform a national-level mapping of the practice of transfusion therapy including transfusion therapy-related knowledge of nurses and their knowledge about their competence. Further aim was to identify similarities and differences as referred to the requirements of the transfusion regulations (2008), which was valid at the time of the survey in Hungary.

[Intelligent interpretation of home monitoring blood glucose data].

Self monitoring of blood glucose is the cornerstone of diabetes management. However, the data obtained by self monitoring of blood glucose have rarely been used with the highest advantage. Few physicians routinely download data from memory-equipped glucose meters and analyse these data systematically at the time of patient visits.

[Innovative education: simulation-based training at the Institute of Health Sciences, Semmelweis University, Hungary].

In Hungary, the Institute of Health Sciences at Semmelweis University was the first institution to introduce patient simulation-based practical training of non-physician professionals. Before introducing this novel educational methodology, students could only practice particular examinations and interventions on demonstration tools. Using the simulator they can also follow and analyze the effects of the interventions that have been made.

Incorporating a generic model of subcutaneous insulin absorption into the AIDA v4 diabetes simulator. 3. Early plasma insulin determinations.

Introduction: AIDA is an interactive educational diabetes simulator that has been available without charge via the Internet for over 12 years. Recent articles have described the incorporation of a novel generic model of insulin absorption into AIDA as a way of enhancing its capabilities. The basic model components to be integrated have been overviewed, with the aim being to provide simulations of regimens utilizing insulin analogues, as well as insulin doses greater than 40 IU (the current upper limit within the latest release of AIDA [v4.

Incorporating a generic model of subcutaneous insulin absorption into the AIDA v4 diabetes simulator: 2. preliminary bench testing.

Background: The AIDA interactive educational diabetes simulator has been available without charge for over a decade via the Internet (see www.2aida.org).

Incorporating a generic model of subcutaneous insulin absorption into the AIDA v4 diabetes simulator: 1. a prospective collaborative development plan.

Introduction: AIDA v4 is an interactive educational diabetes simulator that has been made available, for over a decade, without charge via the Internet. The software is currently freely accessible at http://www.2aida.

An intelligent partner system for improving chronic illness care.

Chronic care consists of a sequence of actions to treat a specific clinical disorder over time as a function of the ways in which illness progresses and patients respond to management actions. Outcomes depend on physicians' skills to select the actions best suited for their patients and competent self-management. This paper presents the architecture of an intelligent partner system (IPS), which helps to provide doctors with relevant data and skills and empowers chronically ill patients with the information and confidence to manage their health wisely.

Design, methods, and evaluation directions of a multi-access service for the management of diabetes mellitus patients.

Recent advances in information and communication technology allow the design and testing of new models of diabetes management, which are able to provide assistance to patients regardless of their distance from the health care providers. The M2DM project, funded by the European Commission, has the specific aim to investigate the potential of novel telemedicine services in diabetes management. A multi-access system based on the integration of Web access, telephone access through interactive voice response systems, and the use of palmtops and smart modems for data downloading has been implemented.