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Am J Case Rep
December 2024
Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Chair of Pediatric Surgery, Medical University of Silesia (SUM), Katowice, Poland.
BACKGROUND Ranulas are typical causes of sublingual cysts in children. However, our case was histopathologically confirmed to be a dermoid cyst. Epidermoid and dermoid cysts of the floor of the mouth account for <0.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEur J Public Health
December 2024
Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Silesian Centre for Heart Diseases in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland.
The discontinuation of futile therapy is increasingly discussed in Polish clinical practice. Given the need to ensure patient well-being, it is essential to consider whether all clinical options resulting from medical progress should be used for every patient and on what grounds decisions to limit therapy should be based. The aim of our study was to determine the opinions of Polish medical doctors on this topic.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCardiol J
December 2024
Department of Cardiology, Congenital Heart Diseases and Electrotherapy, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland.
Background: The aim of this study was to assess the incidence and clinical significance of depression in patients with cardiac resynchronization therapy with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (CRT-D). The study was also to evaluate the impact of shock therapy on depression development and long-term prognosis.
Methods: The prospective study encompassed 396 consecutive heart failure (HF) patients implanted with CRT-D.
Cardiol J
December 2024
Department of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Interventions, University Hospital, Krakow, Poland.
Background: Little is known about the similarity of microcirculation assessment outcomes performed with regadenoson and adenosine. The aim of the current study was to compare coronary flow reserve (CFR) and index of microcirculatory resistance (IMR) assessment using adenosine and regadenoson, and to evaluate predictors regarding the size of differences.
Methods: 44 patients were enrolled and diagnosed between 2021 and 2023.
Clin Transl Gastroenterol
November 2024
Division of Gastroenterology, Kansas City VA Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
Introduction: The performance of a high quality esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is dependent on the mucosal cleanliness. Recently, the Polprep: Effective Assessment of Cleanliness in EGD (PEACE) scale was created to assess the degree of mucosal cleanliness during EGD. The aim of this study was to validate this scoring system in a cohort of international endoscopists.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBiomacromolecules
December 2024
Department of Chemistry, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dublin D02 YN77, Ireland.
Hydrogel three-dimensional (3D) printing has emerged as a highly valuable fabrication tool for applications ranging from electronics and biomedicine. While conventional hydrogels such as gelatin, alginate, and hyaluronic acid satisfy biocompatibility requirements, they distinctly lack reproducibility in terms of mechanical properties and 3D printability. Aiming to offer a high-performance alternative, here we present a range of amphiphilic star-shaped diblock copolypeptides of l-glutamate and l-leucine residues with different topologies.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFClin Exp Hepatol
September 2024
Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Public Health in Bytom, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Bytom, Poland.
Liver injury resulting from the use of dietary supplements, herbs, and commonly available medications is a problem that is becoming increasingly significant due to the widespread availability and growing popularity of these products. Factors contributing to this damage may include supplements used for weight reduction, questionable quality herbs, and commonly available pain-relief and anti-inflammatory medications. Currently, the most appropriate solution to this problem appears to be prevention by patient education and medical community awareness, as well as increased oversight of the market for these types of products.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFClin Exp Hepatol
September 2024
Department of Infectious Diseases and Hepatology, Medical University of Białystok, Białystok, Poland.
Aim Of The Study: To assess the real-life efficacy and safety of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir (GLE/PIB) in HIV/HCV- positive patients treated with bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (B/FTC/TAF).
Material And Methods: Patients were evaluated in terms of their baseline biochemical characteristics, which included platelet count, serum creatinine and bilirubin levels, alanine transaminase (ALT) activity, international normalized ratio (INR) and Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) score.The efficacy endpoint was the achievement of a sustained virologic response at posttreatment week 12 (SVR12), defined as undetectable HCV RNA 12 weeks after the scheduled end of therapy.
J Surg Case Rep
December 2024
Clinical Department of Orthopedics, Plac Medyków 1, 41-214 Sosnowiec, Silesia, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055 Katowice, Silesia, Poland.
The case report concerns a 67-year-old man who suffered an accident on a motorcycle, as a result of which he suffered a dented fracture of the right humeral head. After physical examination and imaging diagnostics, he was qualified for surgical treatment-arthrosurface of the patient's humeral head with the OVO surface replacement endoprosthesis. Right after the patient's surgical treatment, a period of 16-week rehabilitation was implemented, which, as a result, enabled the patient to achieve a full range of shoulder mobility, and the patient was able to return to all activities before the injury.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBMC Gastroenterol
December 2024
Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, Medyków 14, Katowice, 40-752, Poland.
Background: Pharmacologic prophylaxis for gastric ulcer is commonly prescribed in patients hospitalized in the intensive care unit (ICU). The aim of the study was to assess the current prevalence and risk factors for gastric mucosa lesion in ICU patients receiving standard pharmacologic prophylaxis undergoing endoscopy for percutaneous gastrostomy implantation.
Methods: Patients hospitalized in the mixed medical-surgical ICU undergoing percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) were analyzed.
Neurol Neurochir Pol
December 2024
Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland.
Introduction: An expert panel of the Section of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology of the Polish Neurological Society has developed principles for the management of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD). These principles are based on expert opinion and data from the literature published up to May 2023. Recommendations were developed based on the results of the most recent clinical trials, guidelines of foreign and international scientific societies, and the authors' clinical experience.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Clin Med
December 2024
Department of Cardiac Surgery, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, and Heart Transplantology, Silesian Centre for Heart Diseases, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Zabrze, Poland.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of coronary bypass surgery (CABG) on long-term mortality, comparing survival rates to those of the general population in Poland. The study was based on the Polish National Register of Cardiothoracic Surgical Procedures (KROK). Between January 2009 and December 2019, 133,973 patients underwent CABG.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Clin Med
December 2024
Silesian Centre for Heart Diseases in Zabrze, Department of Cardiac, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery and Transplantology, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland.
Median sternotomy is one of the most common procedures in cardiac surgery. This corresponds to the relatively high frequency of infections where surgical incisions are performed. In the prevention of healing disorders, the medical staff intervention is important, as is the patient.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Clin Med
November 2024
Department of Internal Medicine, Allergology and Clinical Immunology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 40-752 Katowice, Poland.
The decision whether to de-label patient with suspected BL hypersensitivity is based on risk stratification. The aim of this study was to prepare a characteristic of diagnostic risk groups and to create a model enabling the identification of the low-risk diagnostic group. We analyzed the medical records of patients hospitalized due to suspected hypersensitivity to BL antibiotics.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Clin Med
November 2024
Department of Periodontal Diseases and Oral Mucosa Diseases, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Pl. Traugutta 2, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland.
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often struggle with dental care due to sensory sensitivities and behavioral issues, increasing their risk for oral health problems. Adaptation strategies such as visual aids, video modeling, and sensory-adapted environments aim to improve their dental experiences. A systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was conducted according to PRISMA 2020 guidelines using the PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Cochrane databases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Clin Med
November 2024
Third Department of Cardiology, Silesian Center for Heart Disease, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland.
Age is a major risk factor that affects the likelihood of developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). The anticipated 10-year ASCVD risk for nearly all individuals aged 70 years and older surpasses conventional risk thresholds. When considering treatment for risk factors, it is important to take into account ASCVD risk modifiers, such as malnutrition, polypharmacy, and comorbidities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Clin Med
November 2024
Department of Cardiology, Congenital Heart Diseases and Electrotherapy, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland.
Increased lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] level is associated with elevated possibility of atherosclerosis progression. SYNTAX score enables to grade the anatomy of coronary arteries. To identify the impact of increased Lp(a) level on SYNTAX score in individuals with acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Clin Med
November 2024
Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, School of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Medykow Street 18, 40-752 Katowice, Poland.
: The gene encodes chromodomain helicase DNA-binding protein 8 (CHD8), which is a transcriptional regulator involved in neuron development, myelination, and synaptogenesis. Some gene mutations lead to neurodevelopmental syndromes with core symptoms of autism. The aim of this study was to perform an analysis of the family-based association of gene polymorphisms with the occurrence and clinical phenotype of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHealthcare (Basel)
December 2024
Department of Neurology, School of Health Sciences, Medical University of Silesia, 40-752 Katowice, Poland.
Parkinson's disease (PD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are both age-related diseases. Evidence from recent studies suggests a link between them. The existence of an interaction between autonomic nervous system dysfunction and the dysregulation of glucose metabolism is one of the proposed mechanisms to explain the complicated relationship between these diseases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHealthcare (Basel)
November 2024
Emergency Medicine Department, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland.
Introduction: In a pre-hospital setting, uncontrolled hemorrhages in patients are undoubtedly a highly stressful situation for the rescuing medic, demanding prompt intervention. The effective stopping of a hemorrhage significantly reduces the risk of death for victims. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the students' chosen methods and the effectiveness of their actions during a simulated hemorrhage situation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHealthcare (Basel)
November 2024
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Villa Sofia-V. Cervello Hospital, University of Palermo, 90128 Palermo, Italy.
The observational study investigates how personality factors influence depression, prenatal attachment, and fear of COVID-19 in women with high-risk pregnancies. Women experiencing a high-risk pregnancy between the 20th and 24th weeks of gestation (N = 84) were selected. The Personality Inventory (PI), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Prenatal Attachment Inventory (PAI), and Fear of COVID (FCV-19S) were used for data collection.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHealthcare (Basel)
November 2024
Department of Physical Medicine, School of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 40-055 Katowice, Poland.
Background/objectives: The physical performance and functional status of individuals with long COVID may be altered. Health resort treatment comprises balneology, exercises, physical medicine modalities, and climate therapy. Complex treatment in a sanatorium may have a positive effect on long COVID patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInt J Mol Sci
December 2024
District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Bytomska 62, 41-940 Piekary Śląskie, Poland.
The gene encodes the α1 chain of type I collagen, and the data reported so far demonstrate that its polymorphic variants may affect biomechanical properties of bones, muscles, and tendons, and contribute to musculoskeletal disorders. Given, however, limited research on these variants in tendon pathology, we analyzed the impact of polymorphisms on the tendinopathy phenotype and the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment for tennis elbow. Pain perception and therapy outcomes were analyzed from baseline, i.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInt J Mol Sci
December 2024
Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Medykow 18 Str., 40-752 Katowice, Poland.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an autologous preparation used to accelerate regeneration; however, this form of therapy is not always effective. Vascular endothelial growth factor B (), which affects vessel survival, pathological angiogenesis, and muscle development may differentiate the risk and treatment of lateral elbow tendinopathy (LET). In this study, we analyzed the influence of gene polymorphisms on the effectiveness of LET treatment with PRP.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInt J Mol Sci
December 2024
Department of Medical and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 19 Jordana St., 41-808 Zabrze, Poland.
Molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) is a qualitative developmental defect that affects the enamel tissue of permanent molars and can also occur in permanent incisors. Enamel affected by MIH has reduced hardness, increased porosity, and a higher organic content than unaffected enamel. These characteristics predispose the enamel to accumulation of bacteria and a higher prevalence of caries lesions.
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