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The Italian Society of Andrology and Sexual Medicine (SIAMS), along with ten other Italian Scientific Societies, guidelines on the diagnosis and management of erectile dysfunction.

PURPOSE: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the most prevalent male sexual dysfunctions. ED has been in the past mistakenly considered a purely psycho-sexological symptom by patients and doctors. However, an ever-growing body of evidence supporting the role of several organic factors in the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying ED has been recognized. METHODS: The Italian Society of Andrology and Sexual Medicine (SIAMS) commissioned an expert task force involving several other National Societies to provide an updated guideline on the diagnosis and management of ED. Derived recommendations

Exploring versatile applications of a vacuum-assisted bone harvester in orthopedic surgery.

BACKGROUND: Orthopedic procedures often require removing bone or pathological tissue, with traditional methods involving instruments like curettes and rongeurs. However, these methods can be time-consuming and lead to increased blood loss. To mitigate these side effects, vacuum-assisted tools have been developed to aid in tissue removal. These devices enable surgeons to suction tissue without discarding it, potentially improving outcomes in conditions such as osteomyelitis or tumor removal while enabling collection of the material for downstream applications. Despite limited research, vacuum-a

Biobehavioral Pathways and Cancer Progression: Insights for Improving Well-Being and Cancer Outcomes.

The relationship between psychosocial factors and cancer has intrigued people for centuries. In the last several decades there has been an expansion of mechanistic research that has revealed insights regarding how stress activates neuroendocrine stress-response systems to impact cancer progression. Here, we review emerging mechanistic findings on key pathways implicated in the effect of stress on cancer progression, including the cellular immune response, inflammation, angiogenesis, and metastasis, with a primary focus on the mediating role of the sympathetic nervous system. We discuss converg

Diagnosis and treatment of primary central nervous system lymphoma: A report of nine cases and literature review.

Primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) is a rare, highly malignant tumor type of the nervous system and is associated with poor prognosis. To investigate the efficacy of current treatment strategies for PCNSL, the present study retrospectively analyzed the clinical and pathological features, imaging results, clinical management, and prognoses of nine patients with PCNSL. Postoperative pathological examination confirmed a diagnosis of lymphoma in all the patients and the adopted treatment regimens were as follows: Stereotactic biopsy in combination with methylprednisolone (MP) and meth

Minimally Invasive Pedicle Screw Fixation Combined with Percutaneous Kyphoplasty Under O-Arm Navigation for the Treatment of Metastatic Spinal Tumors with Posterior Wall Destruction.

ObjectiveTo evaluate the safety and efficacy of O-arm-guided minimally invasive pedicle screw fixation combined with percutaneous kyphoplasty for metastatic spinal tumors with posterior wall destruction.MethodsPatients who underwent minimally invasive pedicle screw fixation combined with percutaneous kyphoplasty for pathological vertebral fractures with posterior wall defects from January 2015 to December 2017 were followed up for 1 year. Visual analogue scale (VAS), SF-36 scores, middle vertebral height, posterior vertebral height, and the accuracy of pedicle screws were assessed preoperative

Wearables research for continuous monitoring of patient outcomes: A scoping review.

BackgroundThe use of wearable devices for remote health monitoring is a rapidly expanding field. These devices might benefit patients and providers; however, they are not yet widely used in healthcare. This scoping review assesses the current state of the literature on wearable devices for remote health monitoring in non-hospital settings.MethodsCINAHL, Scopus, Embase and MEDLINE were searched until August 5, 2024. We performed citation searching and searched Google Scholar. Studies on wearable devices in an outpatient setting with a clinically relevant, measurable outcome were included and we

The Impact and Molecular Mechanisms of Exercise in Cancer Therapy.

Cancer is a major global health issue, and exercise has become a key supportive treatment. It contributes to reducing cancer risk, enhancing prognosis, and aiding recovery, especially for survivors. However, the exact mechanisms, such as how exercise reduces cancer risk or enhances treatment, are still unclear. Current research often focuses on specific cancer types, ignoring the diverse needs of patients. This limits the development of personalized exercise plans. Additionally, there is insufficient comparison of exercise types-like aerobic, resistance, and high-intensity interval training-re

Risk Factors and Long-Term Outcomes of Acute Kidney Disease in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant-Cohort Study.

BackgroundAcute kidney disease (AKD) is a recent definition reflecting ongoing physiopathological processes of an acute renal injury (AKI). Information on AKD in hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) is scarce and there is no available data on long-term outcomes. We aimed to determine the cumulative incidence of AKD in the first 100 days after HSCT; to identify risk factors for AKD in HSCT; and to determine the impact of AKD in 3-year overall survival and relapse-free survival in HSCT.MethodsA retrospective cohort study was conducted, considering AKD when AKI was present and the patient co

Editorial: Rare hematological malignancies.

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Review of cancer therapies for the perioperative physician.

Advances in cancer treatments over the past decades combining chemotherapy with novel technologies in immunotherapies, radiation therapies, and interventional radiology have prolonged life expectancy. Patients have more options for treatments of their primary or metastatic diseases. Increased procedural techniques amid an aging population with multiple comorbidities present risks and challenges in the perioperative period.Chemotherapy remains the mainstay of cancer treatment, can be given intraoperatively, and is combined with other treatment modalities. Immunotherapy is particular to cancer c

Comprehensive Review of Prevention and Management Strategies for Medication-related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ).

PURPOSE: To assess and classify the strategies employed in various dental specialities for the prevention and management of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). MATERIALS AND METHODS: A comprehensive literature review was conducted, acquiring studies sourced from Google Scholar and PubMed. The emphasis was on studies published in recent years, focusing on successful MRONJ prevention techniques across various dental specialties. RESULTS: Four types of prevention were identified. Primary prevention strategies include optimizing oral hygiene, managing dental caries, and extracti

Nuances in the treatment of malignant tumors of the clival and petroclival region.

Introduction Malignancies of the clivus and petroclival region are mainly chordomas and chondrosarcomas. Although a spectrum of malignancies may present in this area, a finite group of commonly encountered malignant pathologies will be the focus of this review, as they are recognized to be formidable pathologies due to adjacent critical neurovascular structures and challenging surgical approaches. Objectives The objective is to review the literature regarding medical and surgical management of malignant tumors of the clival and petroclival region with a focus on clinical presentation, diagnost

Posterior minimally invasive percutaneous short-segment fixation combined with mini-open anterior L5 corpectomy for metastatic tumor: a case report and literature review.

BACKGROUND: Metastatic tumors of the lumbar spine are a common complication of advanced malignancies. They often present with severe pain, neurological deficits, and spinal instability. Surgical removal of L5 vertebral body metastases is challenging due to the complex anatomy and biomechanical characteristics of the lumbosacral junction. Corpectomy using a combined approach is a common surgical strategy for achieving pain relief, adequate tumor resection, spinal cord and root decompression, and spinal stabilization. However, this approach may be associated with significant surgical trauma and

Analysis of Early Post-Radiation Surgical Management of Metastatic Spinal Tumors.

Background/Objectives: Radiotherapy is one of the various treatment options for patients with metastatic spinal tumors (MST). However, it is difficult to say that this is definitely an optimal treatment for MST, and there are several patients who need surgical treatment because pain or neurologic deficits occur even after radiotherapy. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze which patients received early operative treatment after radiotherapy. Methods: We included 81 patients who underwent decompression and fusion surgery after radiotherapy for MST. Patients who underwent surgery within 6 month

Cancer treatment during COVID-19 pandemic.

Currently world is fighting with global pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). At this time of uncertainty, oncologists are struggling to provide appropriate care to cancer patients. They have to weigh risk and benefit of giving cancer treatment vs chances of getting them infected with COVID-19. As cancer patients are immunocompromised and there are high chances of exposure during hospital visits and if they get infected, outcome can be fatal. So through the column of this article, we would like to provide basic guideline in management of cancer patients during COVID-19 pandemic.

Haematological and Oncological Training Therapy With Stationary Strength and Cardio Machines (HOT) in Routine Cancer Care: A 3-Year Real-World Evaluation of Acceptance, Feasibility, Safety, and Effects.

BackgroundExercise improves physical function and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in patients with cancer; however, nationwide structured programmes remain limited. A hospital in Germany implemented a donation-funded Haematological and Oncological Training Therapy with Stationary Strength and Cardio Machines (HOT), and a 3-year real-world data analysis aimed to evaluate its acceptance, feasibility, safety, and effects.MethodsHOT comprised 24 sessions of combined resistance and aerobic training, complemented by a sensorimotor module for patients with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuro

Molecular Mechanisms and Biomarkers Associated with Chemotherapy-Induced AKI.

Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a life-threatening condition characterized by a rapid and transient decrease in kidney function. AKI is part of an array of conditions collectively defined as acute kidney diseases (AKD). In AKD, persistent kidney damage and dysfunction lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD) over time. A variety of insults can trigger AKI; however, chemotherapy-associated nephrotoxicity is increasingly recognized as a significant side effect of chemotherapy. New biomarkers are urgently needed to identify patients at high risk of developing chemotherapy-associated nephrotoxicity and s

Anaesthesia as an influence in tumour progression.

PURPOSE: Tumour growth and the formation of metastases are essential elements in the progression of cancer. The centre of treatment is the surgical resection of primary solid tumours. But even if the tumour can be removed without microscopic residual cells, local recurrences and distant metastases occur and determine the patient's fate. During the operation, tumour cells are shed from the primary tumour and released into the circulation. These circulating tumour cells might play an important role in the formation of new tumour sites. Therefore, a functional innate and adaptive immune system is

Case Report: Acute kidney injury due to minimal dilated obstructive nephropathy in the context of gastric cancer.

Postrenal obstruction is a rare but reversible cause of acute kidney injury (AKI), often underrecognized when hydronephrosis is mild or absent. We present a 55-year-old woman with gastric cancer who developed severe AKI requiring hemodialysis. Initial non-contrast abdominal CT revealed only mild bilateral hydronephrosis without obvious ureteral obstruction. Given these subtle radiologic findings and a history of chemotherapy and NSAID exposure. Initially, a multidisciplinary team attributed the AKI to intrinsic renal causes. Subsequent renal biopsy revealed only minimal glomerular changes, ins

Roles and Clinical Significances of ATF6, EMC6, and APAF1 in Prognosis of Pancreatic Cancer.

Background: Pancreatic cancer (PC) is prevalent among malignant tumors with poor prognosis and lacks efficient therapeutic strategies. Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress and apoptosis are associated with chronic inflammation and cancer progression. However, the prognostic value of ER stress-related, and apoptosis-related genes in PC remains to be further elucidated. Our study aimed at confirming the prognostic values of the ER stress-related genes, ATF6, EMC6, XBP1, and CHOP, and the apoptosis-related gene, APAF1, in PC patients. Methods: Gene Expression Profiling Interactive Analysis 2 (GEPIA2