Simulation training for breast and pelvic physical examination: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Breast and pelvic examinations are challenging intimate examinations. Technology-based simulation may help to overcome these challenges.

Objective: To synthesise the evidence regarding the effectiveness of technology-based simulation training for breast and pelvic examination.

Relationship between systemic bone mineral density and local bone quality as effectors of dental implant survival.

Purpose: This study aimed to assess (1) the relationship of systemic bone mineral density (BMD) and osteoporotic status with the surgeon's subjective assessment of local jawbone quality, and (2) whether the surgeon's subjective assessment of local jawbone quality is a predictor of implant failure.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective analysis of 2,867 dental implants placed in 645 patients was accomplished. The surgeon's assessment of bone quality at the time of dental implant placement was recorded.

Effect of osteoporotic status on the survival of titanium dental implants.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine whether a diagnosis of osteoporosis affected the survival rate of osseointegrated dental implants. Other variables that were studied were age, arch location of the implant, and smoking status on the effect of dental implant survival.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective chart review was completed on all women who were 50 years of age or older at the time of dental implant placement at the Mayo Clinic between October 1, 1983, and December 31, 2004.