The pyogenic granuloma: localization, incidence, clinical features.

Background: A pyogenic granuloma (PG) represents a swiftly proliferating benign vascular tumor situated in the skin or subcutaneous tissue, commonly observed as a reactive lesion in the orofacial area. This research intended to scrutinize the clinicopathological characteristics of pyogenic granulomas in the oral and maxillofacial region.

Methods: Seventy two participants, comprising 24 men (33%) and 48 women (67%), underwent surgical ablation of pyogenic granuloma in oral and maxillofacial regions utilizing 940nm and 980nm diode lasers.

Evaluation of Oxidative Stress, Anti-Oxidant, Vitamins and Co-Factor Elements in The Sera of Gastric Cancer in Iraqi Patients.

Objective: The objective of this study is to analyze oxidative stress markers Total Oxidant Status (TOS) and total Antioxidant Status (TAS), assess antioxidant levels (vitamin C, E), and evaluate co-factor element profiles zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), iron (Fe) in the serum of Iraqi gastric cancer patients. By elucidating these relationships, the research aims to enhance knowledge on oxidative stress, dietary factors, and potential therapeutic approaches for managing nutritional imbalances in this cohort.

Methods: The study included 60 gastric cancer patients and 60 matched controls.

Role of Spinal Surgery Drainage Techniques in Postoperative Outcomes: Insights From a Comprehensive Literature Review.

Postoperative management often demands the introduction of several strategies in an attempt to minimize complication rates. One of the routine strategies includes the use of spinal drains, which have been questioned for their efficacy in improving postoperative outcomes. However, its role in postoperative outcomes is still debated.

Emergency Resection of a Large Third Ventricle Colloid Cyst: Ipsilateral vs. Contralateral Interhemispheric Approach Based on the Hydrocephalus Status.

Colloid cysts of the third ventricle are rare, benign intracranial tumors that can cause significant neurological symptoms and complications, particularly when they lead to obstructive hydrocephalus. The aim of this study is to present a case of a large third ventricle colloid cyst causing acute hydrocephalus and fainting attacks, necessitating emergency surgery. This is a case of a 46-year-old female presenting with headaches and recurrent fainting attacks.

Sanjad-Sakati Syndrome in a 35-day-old Iraqi Infant: A Case Report.

Sanjad-Sakati syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder that presents solely in Arabian people. Our case was reported from the Fallujah Teaching Hospital for Women and Children in Fallujah, Iraq. This syndrome is associated with hypoparathyroidism, growth retardation, atypical facial appearance, and a variable degree of mental retardation.

Xeroderma Pigmentosum: Part Two: Treatment of Skin Tumors with Topical Podophyllin 25% in Benzoin.

Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare autosomal recessive disease; relatively mild XP patients are sometimes designated as having pigmented xerodermoid or xerodermoid pigmentosum (XP-V), a variant of XP. It is commonly associated with many long-standing skin conditions and tumors, including malignancies, management of which is necessary to prevent the progress of the disease. The objective of the study was to evaluate an innovative therapeutic treatment, beyond surgery, surgical excision, cryotherapy, electrocautery and curettage, or Mohs surgery, for the management of skin tumors in XP.

Xeroderma Pigmentosum: Novel Prophylactic and Therapeutic Approaches. Part One: Topical Zinc Sulfate 25% and Heat Dermabrasion plus Topical Trichloroacetic Acid.

Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare autosomal recessive disease; relatively mild XP patients are sometimes designated as having pigmented xerodermoid or xerodermoid pigmentosum (XP-V), a variant of XP. It is commonly associated with many long-standing skin conditions and tumors, including malignancies, management of which is necessary to prevent the progress of the disease. The objective of the study was to report the use of a number of innovative therapeutic and prophylactic treatments, beyond surgery, such as topical 5-fluorouracil, topical imiquimod, other topical immunomodulators, or photodynamic therapy, in treating skin eruptions and their complications in XP patients.

COVID-19 infection is a major cause of acute telogen effluvium.

Background: Acute telogen effluvium is a non-scaring hair loss, usually occurs 3 months after the stressful event that causes hair shedding, and lasts up to 6 months. It can be associated with post COVID-19 infection.

Objective: To study the possible effects of COVID-19 on the hair growth cycle and the relationship between COVID-19 and acute telogen effluvium.

Craniofacial Anomaly Association with the Internal Malformations in the Pediatric Age Group in Al-Fallujah City-Iraq.

Objectives: To estimate the prevalence of craniofacial anomalies among Iraqi people and its association with other congenital malformations.

Methods: A hospital-based cohort study. It was conducted in Iraq, Fallujah city from Jan 2019-April 2019.