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Blood Flow Restriction Training in People With Parkinson Disease: A Mixed-Methods Feasibility Study.

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: To determine the feasibility of low-load resistance blood flow restriction training (BFRT) in people with Parkinson disease (PD). METHODS: This prospective cohort, convergent parallel mixed-methods design investigated the feasibility of 8 weeks of low-load resistance BFRT in people with PD. Feasibility was determined by enrolling 20 participants, ≥80% retention and adherence, and no serious intervention-related adverse events. Semistructured interviews and questionnaires evaluated acceptability and satisfaction. Changes in muscle strength and thickness, mobility, physi

[Evaluation of the clinical effect of concentrated growth factor combined with sticky bone in maxillary anterior alveolar ridge preservation].

OBJECTIVES: To compare the clinical effects of concentrated growth factor (CGF) membrane and Bio-Gide ® collagen membrane, combined with Bio … in alveolar ridge height and width immediately after ARP and at 6 months after ARP, and the doctor-patient satisfaction at 6 months after ARP were compared and evaluated between the two groups. RESULTS: At 6 months after ARP, there was no statistically significant difference in the changes of alveolar bone width and height between the two groups (P>0.05). However, t …

Sub-Tenon's versus Topical Anesthesia for Effectiveness of Analgesia During Cataract Surgery: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis.

BACKGROUND: Sub-Tenon's and topical anesthesia are the most common anesthetic techniques employed for cataract surgery. The objectives were … tient reported pain scores. Secondary outcomes were post-operative pain at 30 minutes and 24 hours, patient satisfaction, surgeon satisfaction and complications. Risk of bias was evaluated using the revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials (RoB 2). Outcomes were statistically assessed with meta-analyses where able. RESULTS: Twelve studies with 1370 pa …

Premade Incisions vs. Stick and Place: A Multicenter Retrospective Comparison of Hair Transplantation Outcomes in China.

BACKGROUND: Based on the differences in the procedures of recipient site creation and graft placement, hair transplantation implantation tec … ative evaluations included the maximum shedding rate, the survival rate, the complication rate, and patient satisfaction. Additionally, junior surgeons practicing one technique on simulation models were assessed for a learning curve. RESULTS: The PI group demonstrated faster implantation speed (719.3 ± 50.7 vs. 553.9 ± 51.9 FUs/(hour*N), p < 0.001) and a shorter lear …

Visual Performance and Optical Quality After Implantation of Non-diffractive Enhanced Depth of Focus Intraocular Lenses.

PURPOSE: To evaluate visual and refractive outcomes, visual quality, patient satisfaction, and spectacle independence 3 months after phacoemulsification with bilateral non-diffractive enhanced depth of focus (EDOF) lens implantation. METHODS: This study included 68 eyes of 34 consecutive patients, with 51.5% undergoing refractive lens exchange and 48.5% undergoing cataract surgery. Exclusion criteria included previous ocular surgery, corneal higher order aberrations greater than 0.6 μm, and corneal astigmatism greater than 1.50 diopters (D). Mini-monovision of -0.50 D was targeted. Uncorrecte…

Development of the Pelvi-Fit app for women with urinary incontinence.

OBJECTIVES: Mobile health applications (mHealth apps) offer a promising solution for Pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) in Urinary Incontin … ated quality of life, Incontinence Severity Index (ISI-UI) for the frequency and amount of leakage. Patient satisfaction and feasibility scale and the System Usability Scale (SUS). SPSS version 23 was used. RESULTS: The content of the Pelvi-Fit application is valid and appropriate. Both groups demonstrated significant improvements in UI symptoms, with greater reducti …

Efficacy and safety of lidocaine versus sufentanil in patient-controlled intravenous analgesia after laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery: a prospective, randomized, double-blind clinical trial.

BACKGROUND: This study aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of lidocaine-based patient-controlled intravenous analgesia (PCIA) with sufe … d defecation after the surgery, postoperative hospitalization time and total hospitalization costs, patient satisfaction scores, and the incidence of adverse events. RESULTS: There was no significant difference between the two groups in VAS pain scores at rest and during movement at 6, 12, 24, 36, and 48 h after surgery (all p > 0.05). The time to first flatus and de …

The application of multilayered three-dimensional costal cartilage framework in auricular reconstruction with expanded postauricular skin flap.

BACKGROUND: This study introduces a construction method for a multilayered three-dimensional costal cartilage auricular framework and retros … cal assessment of the reconstructed ears, as well as evaluations of postoperative complications and patient satisfaction. RESULTS: The study collected data on 75 patients who underwent auricular reconstruction in our department between January 2021 and December 2022, totaling 81 ears. During the follow-up period of 1 to 2 years postoperatively, plastic surgeons condu …

Intrauterine adhesion formation following radiofrequency endometrial ablation with and without a novel intrauterine adhesion barrier film: insights from the CLEAN pilot study.

STUDY OBJECTIVE: To assess the incidence and severity of adhesions after radiofrequency endometrial ablation when a intrauterine adhesion ba … ks post-procedure) using the American Fertility Society classification. Secondary outcomes included patient satisfaction and complications, evaluated three months post-procedure. RESULTS: Intrauterine adhesions were found in 70 % (7/10) of the adhesion barrier film group (median AFS 8, IQR 5.0-8.0) and 81.8 % (9/11) of controls (median AFS 8, IQR 2.0-8.0), with no si …

Sexual Dysfunction and Urinary Incontinence in Female Patients Following Primary Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A Survey of 84 Patients.

BACKGROUND: Anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) surgery can damage nerve fibers and has been linked to retrograde ejaculation in men. In … n improved understanding among patients will lead to more realistic patient expectations and higher patient satisfaction.

Managing Bladder-Neck Stenosis With "Cystoscopy and Proceed" Method: Our Experience.

INTRODUCTION: Bladder-neck stenosis (BNS) is characterized by obstruction of urine flow due to improper relaxation of the bladder neck. Accurate diagnosis through cystoscopy and treatment via bladder-neck incision (BNI) can restore urinary flow and reduce the risk of related complications. Our experience suggests that cystoscopy for diagnosis is underused due to various patient and physician-related factors. OBJECTIVE: The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the "cystoscopy and proceed" method in managing BNS, measured by improvement in uroflowmetry (Qmax). Se

Effects of Acupoint Application on Postoperative Sore Throat in Adults Following General Endotracheal Anesthesia: A Randomized Placebo-controlled Study.

PURPOSE: This study aims to evaluate the effect of acupoint application on the prevention of postoperative sore throat (POST), cough, expectoration, hoarseness, and patient satisfaction after general anesthesia. DESIGN: Randomized controlled trial. METHODS: A randomized double-blind clinical trial was designed. In total, 112 participants scheduled for gynecology or general surgery under general anesthesia were randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups. One was the acupoint application group (group A) that received a session of acupoint application over the acupoints of Tiantu (RN22), Neiguan (PC6, …

Pain control is comparable between opioid versus non-opioid management after otolaryngology procedures.

OBJECTIVE: The current study aims to measure patient-reported satisfaction with pain control using opioid and non-opioid medications after undergoing the following otolaryngology procedures: parathyroidectomy, thyroid lobectomy, total thyroidectomy, and bilateral tonsillectomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A prospective cohort study was performed at an academic medical center that included a telephone questionnaire and chart review. Opioid prescriptions, usage, and patient-reported pain outcomes were recorded. Bivariate analyses were used to compare opioid and non-opioid users. RESULTS: Of the 107

Patient-Perceived Improvement in Facial Appearance and Quality of life: FACE-Q as a Tool to Study Reduction Mandibuloplasty Outcomes.

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess patient satisfaction regarding facial appearance and quality of life pre- and post-reduction mandibuloplasty. In addition, it sought to investigate the factors influencing patient satisfaction. METHODS: Conducted as a prospective cohort study spanning from November 2020 to October 2023, participants were required to complete the FACE-Q assessment both before and one year following reduction mandibuloplasty. Normative FACE-Q values from individuals aged over 18 years were employed for comparison. A multivariate linear regression model was used to evaluate …

The efficacy of acupuncture-assisted blind insertion of bullet nasointestinal tube method in patients with ischemic stroke: A retrospective study.

OBJECTIVE: To explore the efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture-assisted blind insertion of bullet nasointestinal tube … nsertion time, intragastric insertion time, stomach time to jejunal insertion, patient comfort, and patient satisfaction in both groups were compared. RESULTS: The success rate of nasointestinal tube insertion was significantly higher in the observation group compared to the control group (96.6% and 88.9%, p<0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in …

Autologous Fascial Slings for Stress Urinary Incontinence: a 17-year Follow-up of a Randomised Controlled Study.

INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS: Safety concerns with the use of mesh in vaginal surgery have been ongoing. Autologous fascial slings (AFS) avoid foreign body complications. We compared the long-term (17-year) outcomes of two AFS repair methods-the standard sling and short sling (sling-on-string), and assessed durability and patient satisfaction of these for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI). METHODS: A total of 107 patients from three urogynaecology units who had participated in a randomised controlled trial assessing standard (n = 52) and short (n = 55) slings were followed up …

Clinical application and nursing experience of the plan-do-check-act cycle in daytime varicocelectomy.

BACKGROUND: Varicocele is the most prevalent correctable cause of male infertility. Currently, surgical treatment is the primary method to e … mparison was made between the two groups regarding hospitalization time, hospitalization costs, and patient satisfaction. RESULTS: The observation group exhibited a shorter hospitalization time and lower hospitalization costs compared to the control group, with higher patient satisfaction and pre-discharge visual analog scale (VAS) scores noted (P < 0.05).No signific …

A Four-Arm Randomized Clinical Trial of Topical Pain Control for Sentinel Node Radiotracer Injections in Patients with Breast Cancer.

BACKGROUND: Radioactive tracer injections for breast cancer sentinel lymph node mapping can be painful. In this randomized trial, we compare … her topical treatments. Providers found treatments using Buzzy® more difficult to administer. Given patient satisfaction and ease of administration, ice is a reasonable standard.

Usability testing of an electronic patient-reported outcome system linked to an electronic chemotherapy prescribing and patient management system for patients with cancer.

BackgroundPeople affected by cancer experience a wide range of symptoms which have a major impact on their functioning and health-related quality of life (HRQoL). One way to measure the impact of cancer symptoms is through the use of patient-reported outcomes.MethodsAn electronic patient-reported outcome (ePRO) application (ChemoPRO®) was designed to be used by cancer patients to report their symptoms and communicate with their clinical team. Usability testing sessions were conducted with people with lived experience of cancer to understand how real users interact with the ChemoPRO® system. On

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Outcomes of Surgically Treated Purely Ligamentous Stage II Lisfranc Injuries.

BACKGROUND: Low-energy stage II Lisfranc injuries are rare, and treatment can be operative or nonoperative based on a surgeon's assessment o … pain scale, Veterans RAND 12-Item Health Survey (VR-12), Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM), and patient satisfaction. RESULTS: Thirty-two open reduction internal fixations (ORIFs) and 7 fusions were performed. The mean latest follow-up was 44.6 (range, 12-92) months. There were 2 complications (5%, 2/39) that required a revision procedure. Twenty-six patients (67 …