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Effect of intra-operative single dose of dexamethasone for control of post-operative nausea and vomiting on the control of glucose levels in diabetic patients.

BACKGROUND: Dexamethasone adds a unique challenge to glycemic control, and it may complicate patient care if there is an association between intra-operative dexamethasone and blood glucose levels. METHODS: We analyzed 396 diabetic patients who underwent general anesthesia for various surgical procedures and were hospitalized post-operatively for at least 24 h between January 2015 and June 2016. Patients were classified into two groups-those who received dexamethasone intra-operatively and those who did not. The groups were analyzed for blood glucose changes during and following their procedur

Intestinal healing in rats submitted to ethanol ingestion.

PURPOSE: To study the effect of alcoholism on intestinal healing and postoperative complications in rats METHODS: One hundred and sixty rats were divided into two groups: control and treated. The control group received water and the treated group 30% ethanol. After 180 days, colotomy with anastomosis were performed. After, the groups were divided into four subgroups: 20 rats for study at the following moments: 4(th), 7(th), 14(th) and 21(st) postoperative. The analyzed parameters were: weight gain, breaking strength, tissue hydroxyproline, postoperative complications and histopathological stu

Effectiveness of pictorial educational intervention on foot care among individuals having type 2 diabetes at slums of Karachi, Pakistan: asingle blinded randomized control trial.

BACKGROUND: Diabetes elevates the chance of severe health complications, such as Diabetic Foot (DF), which detrimentally affects quality of life. A significant proportion of diabetes mellitus patients, particularly in the slums of Karachi, lack awareness of foot care, hence increasing their risk of foot ulcers and amputations. This exacerbates the healthcare cost owing to avoidable complications of diabetes. AIM: The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a pictorial infographic-based foot care education intervention among patients with diabetes in the slums of K

Patellar tendon autografts outperform fascia lata in superior capsular reconstruction: a comparative histopathological and biomechanical study.

BACKGROUND: In the treatment of irreversible rotator cuff tears, surgeons reconstruct the superior capsule of the shoulder using tensor fasc … echanical stability and tendon-bone integration. No significant difference was found between PT and control groups (P > .05). Cellularity, vascularity, collagen continuity, and tidemark development showed no significant differences between the PT and control groups (P > .05), while these parameters were significantly reduced in the FL group (P < .05). FL group's …

The effect of Tai Chi on plasma homocysteine in 1176 adults: a propensity score matching-based study.

BACKGROUND: Tai Chi is a low-impact form of exercise that involves a series of slow movements that flow together. Increased plasma homocysteine(Hcy) levels are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases and may be reduced by exercise. This study aimed to compare plasma Hcy levels and the risk of hyperhomocysteinemia in 1,176 adults with and without Tai Chi exercises. METHODS: This study included 1176 participants from Chenjiagou who adhered to Tai Chi exercise (Tai Chi group, n = 397) and physical examination participants (control group, n = 779). In the Tai Chi group, the t

A gray zone: Role of transesophageal echocardiography before atrial tachycardia catheter ablation.

INTRODUCTION: There is a lack of studies in the literature directly investigating the relationship between atrial tachycardia (AT) and left … TEE between February 10, 2019, and February 10, 2023. Patients were assigned to the AT patient and control groups. TEE was conducted to exclude thrombus in the AT ablation group. The control group included patients who underwent TEE for interatrial septum evaluation and had LA imaging during TEE but did not have atrial arrhythmia. To mitigate bias between the A …

Evidence of Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation in a CFA-Induced Chronic Inflammatory Pain Model in Wistar Rats.

INTRODUCTION: Given that chronic inflammatory pain is highly prevalent worldwide, it is important to study new techniques to treat or relieve this type of pain. The present study evaluated the effect of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in rats submitted to a chronic inflammatory model by nociceptive response, biomarker levels (brain-derived neurotrophic factor [BDNF] and interleukin [IL]-6 and IL-10), and by histological parameters. METHODS: Sixty-day-old male Wistar rats were used in this study and randomized by weight into 6 major groups: total control, control + sham-tDCS, co

[Case-control study on bone-setting manipulation for the treatment of isolated systolic hypertension combined with cervical spondylosis].

OBJECTIVE: To investigate clinical effect and safety of bone-setting manipulation in treating isolated systolic hypertension combined with cervical spondylosis. METHODS: From January 2012 to January 2015, 320 patients suffered from isolated systolic hypertension combined with cervical spondylosis were randomly divided into treatment group and control group. In treatment group, there were 160 patients including 84 males and 76 females with an average age of (39.82 ± 10.33) years old, average blood pressure was (149.61 ± 10.75)/(81.01± 8.25) mmHg, NPQ score was 24.61 ± 8.14; treated with flexio

[Clinical application of in vitro maturation of human immature oocytes for infertile women with polycystic ovary syndrome].

OBJECTIVE: To investigate clinical effect and safety of in vitro maturation (IVM) of human immature oocytes in infertile women with polycyst … cost was (8392 ± 1328) RMB in IVM group, which were statistically lower than those in the other two control groups (P < 0.01). The rate of multiple pregnancy was 4.7% (2/43) and ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) 0 in IVM group, which were significantly lower than those in the other control group (P < 0.01). CONCLUSION: In vitro maturation is an effective …

Histomorphometry and sperm quality in male rats exposed to 2.45 GHz Wi-Fi.

IN BRIEF: Numerous studies have examined the impact of 2.45 GHz Wi-Fi exposure on the testes, highlighting concerns about its potential effects on male fertility. This study extends the investigation beyond the testes to include the epididymis, seminal vesicle and coagulating gland, providing a more comprehensive understanding of how 2.45 GHz Wi-Fi influences the male reproductive system. ABSTRACT: Numerous studies have documented the effect of 2.45 GHz Wi-Fi exposure on the testes and sperm quality. Nevertheless, detailed histological alterations of other male reproductive organs are underex

Treatment of human class II furcation defects using connective tissue grafts, bioabsorbable membrane, and resorbable hydroxylapatite: a comparative study.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate clinical outcomes and assess digital subtraction radiographic changes after using bioabsorbable membrane (polyglycolic acid/polylactic acid--PGA/PLA) or a connective tissue graft (CTG) as a barrier, with or without resorbable hydroxylapatite (HA Resorb) in the treatment of mandibular class II furcations. METHODS: Fifty furcations in twenty patients with chronic periodontitis were divided into five treatment groups: (I) PGA/PLA; (II) PGA/PLA and resorbable hydroxylapatite; (III) CTG; IV) CTG and resorbable hydroxylapatite; and (V) flap debridement alone (control). Vertic

Genome-wide DNA methylation profiles may reveal new possible epigenetic pathogenesis of sporadic congenital cataract.

Aim: To investigate the possible epigenetic pathogenesis of sporadic congenital cataract. Materials & methods: We conducted whole genome bisulfite sequencing on peripheral blood from sporadic binocular or monocular congenital cataract patients and cataract-free participants. Results: We found massive differentially methylated regions within the whole genomes between any two groups. Meanwhile, we identified five genes (ACTN4, ACTG1, TUBA1A, TUBA1C, TUBB4B) for the binocular and control groups and TUBA1A for the monocular and control groups as the core differentially methylated region-related ge…

Clinical outcomes after simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty: comparison to unilateral total knee arthroplasty and healthy controls.

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the functional outcomes of persons who underwent simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty (T … gical groups. In addition, most 2-year clinical measures were no different between the surgical and control groups. Subjects medically appropriate for bilateral TKA should be afforded this option.

Comparison of cognitive style in bulimia nervosa and depression.

This study investigated the global and specific cognitive style associated with bulimia nervosa. Three groups of women (women with bulimia nervosa, women with major depression, and controls) completed measures of eating disorder severity, depression, dysfunctional cognitions and irrational beliefs. The control group was found to report significantly lower levels of cognitive distortions and irrational beliefs overall than both women with bulimia nervosa and women with depression. However, no difference was found between the latter two groups. Furthermore, the pattern of individual cognitions a

Experimental nasal obstruction and changes in the arterial blood gases.

This is a controlled animal experiment in which the effect of chronic nasal obstruction on the arterial blood gases was studied. Sixty female New Zealand Albino rabbits, in groups of 3 litter mates were assigned to 3 groups: control, unilateral nasal obstruction, and bilateral nasal obstruction. Nasal obstruction was produced using coagulating electro-cautery and the values of pO2, pCO2 and pH in the arterial blood were studied. In animals with unilateral nasal obstruction the blood gas values were similar to those in the control group. In animals with bilateral nasal obstruction there was a m

Выздоровление, вызванное недержанием черепицы, не зависит от восстановления.

Дисфункция контроля мочевого пузыря (недержание) является значительной коморбидностью при множественном склерозе, который снижает качество жизни пациентов и является одной из главных причин госпитализации. Последние данные свидетельствуют о том, что демиелинизация CNS достаточна для того, чтобы вызвать недержание, в то время как контроль мочевого пузыря также восстанавливается после ремиелиции. Основываясь на этой сильной связи, мы предположили, что воспоминание необходимо для восстановления контроля функции мочевого пузыря после острого обезвоживания. Чтобы проверить это, мы провели оценку из

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Dysfunction in bladder control (incontinence) is a significant comorbidity in multiple sclerosis that diminishes patients' quality of life a … ligodendrocyte precursor cells (OPC)(PDGFR⍺- CreERTM, Myrffl/fl (Myrf-cKO)) and compared these with control groups during and after being subjected to cuprizone treatment. Here, we report that acute demyelination leads to bladder control dysfunction which was evidenced by significantly increased voiding behavior irrespective of genotype. However, during the remy …

Cross training effects of non-paralytic dorsiflexion muscle strengthening exercise on paralytic dorsiflexor muscle activity, gait ability, and balancing ability in patients with chronic stroke: A randomized, controlled, pilot trial.

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effects of non-paralytic dorsiflexion muscle strengthening exercise on functional abilities in chronic hemiple … on. RESULTS: A significant increase in DFA was observed after intervention in the experimental and control groups (p<0.05) (experimental 886.6% for reference voluntary contraction (RVC), control 931.6% for RVC). TUG and 10MWT results showed significant reductions post-intervention in the experimental and control groups (experimental group -5.6 sec, control -4.8 …

[Revised endoscopic sinus surgery combined middle turbinectomy in the treatment of refractory rhinosinusitis].

Objective:To investigate the comprehensive curativeeffect of refractory rhinosinusitis by endoscopic sinus surgery and middle turbinate resection.Method:A retrospective analysis with 178 cases of refractory rhinosinusitis.According to the operation methods, these patients were divided into two groups, observation group and control group, with 89 patients each. The observationgroup received revision endoscopic sinus surgery combined with middle turbinectomy and the control with traditional surgery. Followup to observe the curative effect and recurrence rate between the two groups. Result:Follo

A method to enhance drivers' hazard perception based on psychological deception induction.

Drivers' hazard perception is a critical factor in road safety. However, existing interventions in driver safety education and training lack relevance and interactivity. Additionally, these interventions typically fail to address the perception needs of potential hazards in complex traffic environment. This study investigated the effects of a psychological deception-induced intervention on drivers' hazard perception. A total of 45 drivers were recruited and randomly divided into a control group and two experimental groups (the informed false heart rate alerts group and the uninformed false hea

Evaluation of the impact of continuous nursing and cluster nursing on carpal tunnel syndrome release surgery.

BACKGROUND: This study aimed to estimate the influence of continuous and cluster nursing on carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) release surgery. METHODS: Ninety-six patients with CTS were treated in our hospital from November 2019 to December 2021. These patients were randomly divided into two groups of 48 patients. Both groups underwent open carpal tunnel release surgery. The control group received routine nursing care, while the study group received a combination of continuous and cluster nursing interventions. The Boston carpal tunnel question, the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), the Numerical Ratin