41,029 papers found

The importance of psychosocial factors in the management of bronchial asthma has long been recognized. This paper offers a review of research published in the English language related to psychosocial aspects of bronchial asthma in Arab countries. Several databases (PubMed, Science Direct, Springer Link, ERIC, and Psych…

UNLABELLED: Health benefits from children's independent mobility and active travel beyond school travel are largely unexplored. OBJECTIVES: This review synthesized the evidence for associations of independent mobility and active travel to various destinations with physical activity, sedentary behaviour and weight stat…

UNLABELLED: The prevalence and morbidity associated with osteoporosis and fractures in patients with spina bifida (SB) highlight the importance of osteoporosis prevention and treatment in early childhood; however, the issue has received little attention. The method for the selection of appropriate patients for drug tre…

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: Glenohumeral osteoarthritis (GHOA) with Walch B2 or B3 glenoid morphology poses challenges during anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty (aTSA) due to posterior wear and retroversion. While B2 glenoids are well studied, outcomes for B3 glenoids remain unclear. This systematic review compared aTSA outcomes bet…

High myopia is increasingly prevalent and complicates glaucoma diagnosis. Axial elongation remodels the optic nerve head (ONH) and parapapillary tissues, producing structural and functional changes that mimic glaucoma-termed myopic optic neuropathy (MON). We reviewed current concepts on the MON-glaucomatous optic neuro…

Osteoarthritis (OA), particularly of the knee, represents a leading cause of chronic pain and functional limitation worldwide. Although pharmacologic therapy remains central to symptom control, real-world treatment effectiveness is frequently compromised by suboptimal medication adherence. To synthesize contemporary ev…

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…

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…

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…

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…

INTRODUCTION: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is increasingly performed nowadays, bleeding and vascular complications are not uncommon. Current recommendations for the use of protamine in the post-TAVR setting remain uncertain. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of protamine in this sett…

<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…

BACKGROUND: The world has experienced numerous natural and man-made disasters throughout history. Due to these unforeseen circumstances, children and adolescents have reported significant psychopathologies in response to traumatic experiences. We aimed to investigate the surge of internalizing and externalizing psychop…

PURPOSE: Tear film instability is one of the principal pathomechanisms of dry eye disease (DED), arising from disrupted tear homeostasis, reduced tear volume, or lipid layer alterations. The lipid layer, secreted by the meibomian glands, can be imaged qualitatively and quantitatively. This review summarizes different l…