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INTRODUCTION: Medicinal plants remain central to global healthcare systems, particularly in countries such as India, which is recognized for its rich diversity of therapeutic botanicals. The genus Barleria, belonging to the family Acanthaceae, comprises over 300 species and represents the third largest genus within the…

Intertrochanteric femur fracture is a common injury, and cephalomedullary nailing has become a popular surgical technique for the treatment of these types of fracture patterns. Various nail implant designs exist, including both short and long versions. The initial design of the implant was a short cephalomedullary nail…

BACKGROUND: Altruism has historically shaped the ethos of nursing. However, the COVID-19 pandemic reignited nurses' profound commitment to patient care, often at significant personal risk to own health and safety. This renewed dedication has prompted interest in whether altruism remains a vital component of nursing pra…

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) involve pain and dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint and associated muscles. Emerging evidence suggests associations with bruxism, poor sleep quality, anxiety disorders, and tension-type headache (TTH). To systematically review the associations between bruxism, sleep quali…

BACKGROUND: Infectious diseases can lead to emergencies, posing ethical and humanitarian challenges in allocating basic minimum and specialised healthcare resources. This study aims to investigate the ethical and humanitarian considerations in allocating healthcare resources during infectious disease-related healthcare…

MOTIVATION: The exponential growth of open-access scientific literature presents researchers with unprecedented opportunities but also poses a significant challenge: how to efficiently identify and prioritize relevant publications in a transparent and customizable manner. Existing search engines index large volumes of…

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a highly disabling central nervous system disease. The prognosis of traditional treatment methods is poor at present, which is closely related to the poor regenerative ability of the nervous system. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) have shown excellent therapeutic potential because they restore…

INTRODUCTION: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a common pregnancy complication associated with reduced breastfeeding rates. Breastfeeding interventions are essential in supporting women with GDM. This review evaluated the effectiveness of interventions that support breastfeeding among women with GDM. METHODS: A…

BACKGROUND: Focal nodular hyperplasia (FNH) is a benign liver tumor commonly found in women, often linked to oral contraceptive use. Its occurrence in men is rare and frequently mimics malignant liver lesions, complicating diagnosis and management. This systematic review aims to evaluate the clinical presentation, diag…

Perturbation-based training (PBT) is a balance training method that uses externally applied mechanical perturbations to trigger rapid reactions for regaining postural stability in a controlled environment. However, there is a lack of comprehensive reviews on PBT's efficacy in older adults. Therefore, this study investi…

As a gastrointestinal hormone, gastrin stimulates gastric acid secretion and intestinal mucosal nutrition. Evidence links it closely to coronary heart disease, ischemia‒reperfusion injury and hypertension. The relevant literature was systematically retrieved from PubMed, Web of Science, China National Knowledge…

OBJECTIVE: Suicide on railways cause immense emotional distress for families, bystanders, and railway staff and carries substantial economic costs. Although behaviors suggesting ambivalence have been identified in individuals dying by suicide at railway stations, relatively little is known about this phenomenon. We con…

PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to review the literature and reflect on the importance of sensory perceptions-colors, sounds, odors, taste, and kinetics (tactile and postural)-alongside team behavior and safety culture in the operating room. METHODS: MEDLINE search via PubMed up to March 2025, using both free terms…

: High Mobility Group Box 1 is a mediator in inflammation, acting as a damage-associated molecular pattern molecule in various diseases. This review examines its role in nasal inflammatory disorders, such as chronic rhinosinusitis and allergic rhinitis.: A comprehensive review of recent literature was conducted using a…

<i>Pseudolachnostylis maprouneifolia</i> Pax is a well-known and widely used medicinal plant in Central and Southern Africa. The current study was aimed at documenting the medicinal uses, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of <i>P. maprouneifolia</i>. The literature search on existing…

Transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) people are disproportionately affected by interpersonal violence and face barriers to accessing post-violence health services globally. Post-violence care guidelines are broadly applicable, but specific considerations for TGD individuals have not been synthesised. In this systematic…

PURPOSE: Ophthalmia nodosa is an inflammatory ocular condition caused by the penetration of arthropod hairs (setae) into the eye. This review aims to systematize current knowledge on the condition, identify knowledge gaps, and propose an updated classification. METHODS: A systematic literature review was conducted in…

BACKGROUND: Breast and nipple-areolar complex (NAC) sensation after breast reconstruction impacts postoperative quality of life. Autologous breast reconstruction (ABR) and implant-based breast reconstruction (IBBR) are standard techniques. Neurotization has shown promise in improving sensory outcomes. METHODS: A compu…

OBJECTIVE: Religiosity is a complex construct comprised observance, intrinsic beliefs, meditative practice, and communal elements. Religiosity has been associated with reduced mortality and improved overall health, but understanding the underlying biological associations is evolving. As increased telomere length has be…

INTRODUCTION: The objective of this review is to know the existing scientific evidence about the effects of mechanical ventilation (MV) on neurological development in low-birth-weight premature pediatric patients after 12 months of life, taking as background the direct impact that ventilation has on the central nervous…