Feasibility of robotic surgery in elderly patients with rectal cancer: a meta-analysis.

Rectal cancer's prevalence increases with an aging population, disproportionately affecting the elderly. The suitability of surgical interventions for this demographic is contentious due to underrepresentation during surgery. This study examines the practicality of utilizing Da Vinci surgery for rectal cancer patients who are 70 years and older.

Fe-N catalyst derived from and supported on Lycopodium clavatum sporopollenin exine capsules for the oxygen reduction reaction.

A carbon-supported electrocatalyst, featuring carbon nanotubes anchored on 3D porous graphitic carbon, was developed with the aim to perform in the operating conditions of alkaline fuel cells and metal air batteries. The catalyst was developed via two steps: first powders of Sporopollenin exine capsules used as a bio-based carbon support were activated via CO gasification to obtain a high specific area and porosity, second the derived porous carbons were impregnated by an iron salt and a nitrogen source, to be carbonised in Nitrogen at high temperature. The prepared catalyst demonstrated an efficient oxygen reduction reaction activity showing a half-wave potential of ~ 0.

Gene pyramiding improved cell membrane stability under heat stress in cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.).

Climate change has been drastically affecting cotton not only in Pakistan but also all over the world. Normally cotton is known as heat tolerant when compared with other crops, but if the high temperature occurs during flowering period the yield decreases significantly. Marker assisted gene pyramiding provides a sustainable solution to improve heat tolerance.

Impact of Renal Replacement Therapy on Outcomes of Living Donor Liver Transplantation for Acute Liver Failure: A Cohort Study.

Despite the promising role of renal replacement therapy (RRT) in acute liver failure (ALF), high-risk patients need liver transplantation and remain at risk for death due to cerebral complications. The objective of this study was to report outcomes of living donor liver transplantation (LDLT) for ALF with perioperative RRT. This was a single-center retrospective cohort study.

Evaluation of Current and Future Medical Staff Knowledge on the Course of Trauma Patient Management.

Introduction: Management of injuries, especially in life-threatening situations, is critical to morbidity and mortality for trauma patients. The qualifications of medical staff and students in medicine, emergency medical services, and nursing help to ensure consistent, high-quality care for patients. The study aimed to assess the knowledge of our staff and learners in the management of trauma patients.