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BACKGROUND: Totally implantable venous access ports (PORTs) and peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are associated with an increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE). It is not known which type of catheter is most at risk of thrombosis. OBJECTIVE: We aimed to study the incidence of PORT-related VTE and…

Prevalence data of respiratory diseases (RDs) in Central Asia (CA) and Russia are contrasting. To inform future research needs and assist government and clinical policy on RDs, an up-to-date overview is required. We aimed to review the prevalence and economic burden of RDs in CA and Russia. PubMed and EMBASE databases…

INTRODUCTION: Ultra-central (UC) tumors, which are generally defined as tumors directly abutting the proximal bronchial tree, are difficult to treat with stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) owing to possible serious complications. This systemic review and meta-analysis analyzed the early experiences and evaluated the…

BACKGROUND: Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC) is the fourth most frequent retinal disorder in terms of prevalence. It typically occurs in young subjects and affects men more often than women. CSC is characterized by serous retinal detachment (SRD) involving mainly the macular area. The clinical course is usually s…

BACKGROUND: The effectiveness of prophylactic central neck dissection (pCND) following total thyroidectomy (TT) in patients with clinical node-negative (cN0) papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) is still controversial. The aim of this meta-analysis is to evaluate the outcome of pCND and to provide quantitative evidence.…

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the association between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and ophthalmologic diseases, specifically glaucoma, nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), retinal vein occlusion (RVO), central serous chorioretinopathy (CSR), and floppy eyelid syndrome (FES), by…

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrinopathy affecting 5-20% of reproductive-age women. Besides genetic factors, environmental triggers are considered major underlying causes that play a role through epigenetic alterations. Since epigenetic studies can be a possible link to explain the complexity of mult…

AIMS: Several contradictory definitions have been proposed for the diagnosis of periprocedural myocardial infarction (PMI) after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of PMI and to identify the definition of PMI with the most relevant prognostic impact. METHODS AND…

INTRODUCTION: Members of genusof family Filoviridae cause severe hemorrhagic fever in humans with high fatality rates (up to 90%). The first outbreaks of disease caused by the members of genuswere registered in 1976 in Zaire and Sudan. The outbreaks of disease caused by the members of genus Orthoebolavirus occur regula…

Obesity is a growing chronic health problem worldwide. Studies about acupuncture for obesity treatment are many. But there are some doubts about the effectiveness of acupuncture versus sham acupuncture in treating obesity due to its lack of medical evidence. Therefore, the aim of this study is to assess the efficacy of…

BACKGROUND: Central venous catheters (CVCs) are widely used in pediatric care; however, their indwelling procedure can lead to severe complications such as catheter-associated infections and thrombosis. These complications significantly increase the suffering of pediatric patients, prolong hospitalization, and pose lif…

CONTEXT: Central venous access devices (CVADs) are essential in paediatric care but pose significant risks. Synthesising existing evidence is needed to guide safe, effective, and equitable practice amid evolving interventions and complex management needs. OBJECTIVE: To develop an evidence and gap map (EGM) to identify…

UNLABELLED: Central nervous system disorders represent a major global cause of mortality and disability, with limited effective treatments available. Traditional Chinese Medicine theory posits a close link between kidney and brain function. Curculigoside, the primary bioactive phenolic glycoside and chemical marker of…

BACKGROUND: The clinical features of central nervous system (CNS) sporotrichosis are derived from case reports and a limited series of cases. Our objective was to carry out a systematic review and meta-analysis of CNS sporotrichosis. METHODS: We searched PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, and LILACS on 9 September 2023.…

Aluminium (Al) is a ubiquitous environmental neurotoxicant primarily recognized for its role in central nervous system (CNS) dysfunction. However, emerging evidence suggests that the autonomic (ANS) and peripheral (PNS) nervous systems may be susceptible to Al-induced damage earlier than the CNS, offering potential win…

BACKGROUND: Over 100 overdose prevention sites (OPS) operate in various jurisdictions, including Australia, Canada, the United States, and several European countries. However, despite the increasing prevalence of people who use illegal drugs, including those who inject drugs, no such facility currently operates in Afri…

: Nailfold videocapillaroscopy (NVC) is a non-invasive method for visualizing systemic micro-circulation, primarily used in rheumatology. Many ocular diseases (e.g., glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy (DR), and central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC)) involve microvascular disturbances. Since microangiopathies are often sys…

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Tracheal stenosis is a potentially life-threatening condition whose symptoms including dyspnea, wheezing and cough, are frequently misdiagnosed, leading to a delay in the diagnosis. The more frequent causes of stenosis are iatrogenic: prolonged intubation (producing a circumferential ischemic…

BACKGROUND: Dementia and cognitive impairment rates in Asia have significant policy implications. Contrary to the existing literature, which primarily focused on the Western region, in this study, we provide novel insights into previously unexplored geographical contexts. We aimed to evaluate the prevalence of cognitiv…

BACKGROUND: Middle childhood and adolescence are critical times for the growth, development, and establishment of healthy eating habits. The Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region has been through economic and nutrition transitions over the past 20 years, which are likely to have affected the nutritional status of this g…