scholarly journals Laser Reconstruction of Spinal Discs Experiments and Clinic

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 675
Author(s):  
Andrei Baskov ◽  
Igor A. Borshchenko ◽  
Vladimir Baskov ◽  
Anatoly Shekhter ◽  
Emil Sobol
Keyword(s):  
Laser Radiation ◽  
Intervertebral Discs ◽  
Pathological Process ◽  
New Techniques ◽  
New Approach ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Surgical Methods ◽  
Biological Methods

Degenerative disease of the intervertebral discs (DDD) is currently a serious problem facing the world community. The surgical methods and conservative therapy used today, unfortunately, do not stop the pathological process, but serve as a palliative method that temporarily relieves pain and improves the patient’s quality of life. Therefore, at present, there is an active search for new methods of treating DDD. Among new techniques of treatment, biological methods, and minimally invasive surgery, including the use of laser radiation, which, depending on the laser parameters, can cause ablative or modifying effects on the disc tissue, have acquired considerable interest. Here, we analyze a new approach to solving the DDD problem: laser tissue modification. This review of publications is focused on the studies of the physicochemical foundations and clinical applications of a new method of laser reconstruction of intervertebral discs. Thermomechanical action of laser radiation modifies tissue and leads to its regeneration as well as to a long-term restoration of disc functions, elimination of pain and the return of patients to normal life.

Guideline for the management of long tunnelled external ventricular drains in chronic hydrocephalus

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (7) ◽  
pp. 416-421
Author(s):  
Phillip Correia Copley ◽  
John Emelifeonwu ◽  
Pasquale Gallo ◽  
Drahoslav Sokol ◽  
Jothy Kandasamy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Pilocytic Astrocytoma ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Chronic Hydrocephalus ◽  
Treatment Protocols ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Viable Treatment

This article reports on the journey of a child with an inoperable hypothalamic-origin pilocytic astrocytoma causing hydrocephalus, which was refractory to treatment with shunts, and required a new approach. With multidisciplinary support, excellent nursing care and parental education, the child's hydrocephalus was managed long term in the community with bilateral long-tunnelled external ventricular drains (LTEVDs). This article describes the patient's journey and highlights the treatment protocols that were created to achieve this feat. Despite the difficulties in initially setting up these protocols, they proved successful and thus the team managing the patient proposed that LTEVDs are a viable treatment option for children with hydrocephalus in the context of inoperable tumours to help maximise quality of life.

scholarly journals Trends and Developments in Bioinformatics in 2010: Prospects and Perspectives

2011 ◽  
Vol 20 (01) ◽  
pp. 146-155
Author(s):  
A. V. Alekseyenko ◽  
Y. Aphinyanaphongs ◽  
S. Brown ◽  
D. Fenyo ◽  
L. Fu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Best Practices ◽  
Open Problems ◽  
The Past ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Methods Development ◽  
Long Term Trends ◽  
To Come ◽  
Generation Sequencing

SummaryTo survey major developments and trends in the field of Bioinformatics in 2010 and their relationships to those of previous years, with emphasis on long-term trends, on best practices, on quality of the science of informatics, and on quality of science as a function of informatics.A critical review of articles in the literature of Bioinformatics over the past year.Our main results suggest that Bioinformatics continues to be a major catalyst for progress in Biology and Translational Medicine, as a consequence of new assaying technologies, most predominantly Next Generation Sequencing, which are changing the landscape of modern biological and medical research. These assays critically depend on bioinformatics and have led to quick growth of corresponding informatics methods development. Clinical-grade molecular signatures are proliferating at a rapid rate. However, a highly publicized incident at a prominent university showed that deficiencies in informatics methods can lead to catastrophic consequences for important scientific projects. Developing evidence-driven protocols and best practices is greatly needed given how serious are the implications for the quality of translational and basic science.Several exciting new methods have appeared over the past 18 months, that open new roads for progress in bioinformatics methods and their impact in biomedicine. At the same time, the range of open problems of great significance is extensive, ensuring the vitality of the field for many years to come.

scholarly journals MODERN LASER TECHNOLOGIES IN ENDODONTICS

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 20-24
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Polevaya ◽  
Eleonora Borisova ◽  
Larisa Polevaya
Keyword(s):  
Laser Radiation ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Endodontic Treatment ◽  
Long Term Results ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Pulp Tissue ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Laser Technologies

Subject. Pulp tissue diseases are characterized by a wide prevalence, which makes it possible to consider the quality of endodontic dental treatment one of the most urgent problems of modern dentistry. High-quality treatment of complicated forms of caries is the prevention of odontogenic inflammatory processes, which include periodontitis, periostitis, osteomyelitis, abscess and phlegmon. Therefore, new tools and methods of treatment of complicated forms of caries are proposed, aimed at long-term preservation of teeth as a functional unit of the dental system. Objective: to analyze modern laser technologies in the treatment of complicated forms of caries. Materials and methods. The study was based on the search and study of original articles on the endodontic treatment of complicated forms of caries using laser radiation in the databases: Russian state library, eLibrary, PubMed, the Cochrane Library, Google Scholar. The main selection of materials was carried out by keywords. Results. The literature review describes the positive properties of laser radiation, its mechanism of action, the basics of its use in endodontic treatment, and its application in various branches of dentistry. Conclusions. Analyzing the literature data, we can conclude that the use of laser technologies in the treatment of complicated forms of caries is promising. It is possible to achieve high-quality cleaning of the root canal system and the best long-term results. However, the literature does not sufficiently cover the use of Er, Cr:YSGG laser with a wavelength of 2780 nm in the treatment of purulent pulpitis and pulp necrosis. In addition, taking into account the possibility of using lasers at a therapeutic appointment, it is possible to significantly improve the professional level of a dentist, improving the quality of dental care, reducing the number of complications and preventing various dental diseases.

scholarly journals A New Approach for Proper Reporting of Pension Benefit Obligations in the Financial Statements of “Old Funds” for Professionals

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 117
Author(s):  
Carla Morrone ◽  
Maria Teresa Bianchi ◽  
Anna Attias
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Balance Sheet ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Pension Benefit ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Income Statement ◽  
Pension Liabilities

In this paper, we focus on the disclosure of pension liabilities for entities referred to in Italian Legislative Decree 30 June 1994 no. 509 (also called “old funds” for professionals), which is crucial for a suitable communication. After illustrating the limits of current statutory financial statements’ in relation to the information they provide on pension benefit obligations, we propose three potential solutions to bridge the gap. Each of these proposals helps ensure the completeness and clarity of financial reporting and improves upon the informational capacity and quality of disclosure. In our opinion, one of these approaches, in particular, would be preferred because of its ease of adoption. Indeed, the disclosure in the explanatory notes allows for the quantification of pension benefit obligations, and hence a more proper evaluation of entities in the medium/long- term, with no impact on annual economic-financial results as reported in the balance sheet and the income statement.

Long-term Quality of Life after Fusion of the Ventral Thoracic and Lumbar Spine

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katharina Jäckle ◽  
Dominik Saul ◽  
Swantje Oberthür ◽  
Paul Jonathan Roch ◽  
Stephan Sehmisch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Lumbar Spine ◽  
Bone Graft ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Bone Grafts ◽  
Pelvic Bone ◽  
Anterior Fusion ◽  
Surgical Methods

Abstract Background Cage implantations and autologous pelvic bone grafts are common surgical procedures to fuse the spine in cases of spinal disorders such as traumatic fractures or degenerative diseases. These surgical methods are designed to stably readjust the spine and to prevent late detrimental effects such as pain or increasing kyphosis. Benefits of these surgical interventions have been evaluated, but the long-term well-being of patients after the respective treatments has not yet been examined. This study was designed to evaluate the clinical outcome for patients who received iliac crest or cage implantations. Material and Methods Forty-six patients with traumatic fractures after they obtained an anterior fusion in the thoracic or lumbar spine (12 cages; mean age: 54.08 years; 34 pelvic bone grafts; mean age: 42.18 years) were asked to participate in the survey using a precast questionnaire according the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) Spine Score. Twenty-nine of them provided the data requested. Results Evaluation of the VAS scores of the patients, reporting at least 1 year after the surgery, revealed that cage implantations led to significantly better results with respect to all aspects of their daily life such as pain sensing, capability to undertake physical activities and exercise as compared with patients with autologous pelvic bone graft. Patients with autologous pelvic bone graft treatment reported a particularly poor overall satisfaction level concerning their long-term well-being. Conclusions Patients with cage implantation reported a higher degree of long-term well-being. The data provide evidence for a positive impact on the postsurgery quality of life after cage implantation.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

2009 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 373-383
Author(s):  
Cindy Goodrich
Keyword(s):  
Cardiac Arrest ◽  
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ◽  
Survival Rates ◽  
Sudden Cardiac Arrest ◽  
Heart Association ◽  
New Techniques ◽  
Cardiac Assist ◽  
Mechanical Devices

Dismal survival statistics associated with sudden cardiac arrest have led to the development of new strategies and mechanical devices aimed at improving the quality of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The most recent American Heart Association guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency cardiovascular care were published in 2005. Major changes included revisions to current practices related to airway and ventilation, circulation, and defibrillation management. Greater emphasis is placed on providing simple, high-quality, effective CPR. New techniques and mechanical devices have been developed to augment CPR, hopefully improving survival rates and long-term outcomes. These include active compression-decompression CPR, Lund University Cardiac Assist System, LifeBelt, AutoPulse, and the impedance threshold device. This article focuses on current strategies aimed at improving survival rates for patients with sudden cardiac arrest. New techniques and mechanical devices developed to augment cardiopulmonary resuscitation will be discussed. These strategies will most likely shape future resuscitation practices.

scholarly journals Colitis ulcerosa minimálisan invazív sebészi kezelése – hosszú távú eredmények

2015 ◽  
Vol 156 (39) ◽  
pp. 1585-1592 ◽  
Author(s):  
János Tajti jr. ◽  
Zsolt Simonka ◽  
Attila Paszt ◽  
Szabolcs Ábrahám ◽  
Klaudia Farkas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Perioperative Period ◽  
Bowel Function ◽  
Long Term Results ◽  
Minimally Invasive Surgical ◽  
Function Recovery ◽  
Surgical Methods

Introduction: For the surgical treatment of ulcerative colitis, laparoscopy is used more widely, but less data are available on long-term results in Hungary. Aim: The aim of the authors was to compare the mean 47.8-month follow-up results of patients treated with conventional and minimally invasive surgical methods. Method: Between January 1, 2005 and December 31, 2014, 56 patients were treated with surgery (20 emergencies, and 36 elective cases). Laparoscopy was used in 33 and conventional method in 23 cases. Results: There was no difference between the two groups in hospital and intensive care unit stay, bowel function recovery, need for transfusion, and complications during the perioperative period. Regarding long-term complications, the occurrence of intestinal obstruction, septic condition and other complications were significantly fewer in the laparoscopy group. The quality of life improved in both groups after the surgery. Conclusions: Laparoscopy can be used safely; it provides good quality of life and better cosmetic results, and the long-term rate of complications is lower as compared to open surgery. Orv. Hetil., 2015, 156(39), 1585–1592.

scholarly journals TOUCHES OF ART TO DİSABLED LİVES: TEXTİLE ART AND BLİND PEOPLE

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 115-118
Author(s):  
E. Sarıoğlu ◽  
N. Sanlı ◽  
H. Erbaba
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Fine Arts ◽  
Blind People ◽  
Therapeutic Approaches ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Textile Art ◽  
The Relationship

The relationship between art and disease is a subject that has been studied for centuries. Artistic activities are used therapeutically to distract attention and to move away from the focused health problem. In addition to reducing symptoms such as pain, it is also used in the rehabilitation and therapy of individuals with long-term health problems. Among the current therapeutic approaches, textile arts are actually both old and very new methods. This study has been prepared in order to express the importance of fine arts and textile art for disabled and especially visually impaired individuals. Textile arts are considered as a different and distinguished way for the visually impaired in terms of rehabilitation, therapy, improving the quality of life and acquiring modern occupations.

scholarly journals Lokalne instytucje pomocy społecznej w procesie aktywizacji społeczno-zawodowej bezrobotnych kobiet

2012 ◽  
pp. 73-91
Author(s):  
Izabela Książkiewicz
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Social Programs ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Local Conditions ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Large Cities ◽  
Central Management ◽  
The Welfare State

Contemporary theories of politics, and social assistance – stress that the effectiveness of social programs in the field of community work with groups at risk of marginalization processes is determined by quality of service provided in this area at the level of local institutions. The financial crisis of the welfare state – has highlighted the weakness of the central management of social programs, at the level of individual regions, and thus the need for a new approach to the problems of the excluded. Long-term unemployment, disability, many children and sex are those factors that promote the processes of exclusion – in Poland, a group particularly at risk are women who live outside large cities. The analysis shows that the appropriate support by local aid institutions – raises the prospect of becoming independent women still excluded from the labor market. However, in order to be successful, must be complied with certain conditions into account the local conditions of socio-economic potential. A chance for the preparation of programs targeted to a specific group, including its characteristics and needs – are carried out from 2008 projects under the Human Capital Operational Programme, funded by the European Union. In this elaboration I present the experience of three municipalities voivodeship with the implementation of programs for the group of unemployed women.

scholarly journals A New Approach to Suicidal Behavior Diagnostics: A Review of Foreign Sources

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-24
Author(s):  
G.S. Bannikov ◽  
O.V. Vihristyuk ◽  
I. Galynker
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Behavior ◽  
Suicide Risk ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Suicide Risk Assessment ◽  
Short Term ◽  
New Approach ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Risk Assessment Tools ◽  
Suicidal Crisis

The paper presents a review of the studies on innovative suicide prevention strategies, methods, and approaches to diagnosing suicide risk. We examine the results of the studies that allow developing new approaches to creating effective suicide risk assessment tools, based on building a trusting relationship with the patient/client and focusing on the doctor’s/therapist’s own emotional experiences. We describe a complex narrative-crisis model of suicide that includes long-term and short-term risk factors for suicidal behavior and incorporates the suicidal crisis syndrome. We conclude with describing modern tendencies in suicide risk diagnostics — namely, overestimating the methods’ efficiency. New methods for assessing critical states possessing good predictive validity should be developed and implemented.

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