scholarly journals IoT-Based Skin Monitoring System

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 4258-4264
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Correct Diagnosis ◽  
Delayed Diagnosis ◽  
Environmental Sensors ◽  
Technological Advances ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
Treatment Facilities ◽  
The Many ◽  
The Impact

The numbers of patients with skin diseases reported a dramatic increase which is a major concern and must be dealt with. The method of diagnosis is always based on physician’s observations and experiences. Many common symptoms such as side effects, allergies and even risks of skin cancer can be seen in someone following misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis and failure to diagnose. The evaluation of skin changes is crucial to the correct diagnosis during follow-up. Through technological advances and partnerships, skin disorders can be identified and predicted and medical diagnosis outside physical limits are made. The article proposed an IoT-based skin surveillance system that facilitates the monitoring of skin patients in remote locations. In a diagnostic device for real-time skin monitoring and analysis, the proposed system architecture can be applied. A sensor fitted medical carriage is proposed in a remote location to treat individuals suffering from a common skin disorder. The system is also designed to research the impact of climate change on the disease through environmental sensors and provide pre-alertfor prevention. This addresses the many problems that people in remote areas without restricted treatment facilities face.

scholarly journals The Impact of Dental Implant Length on Failure Rates: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (14) ◽  
pp. 3972
Author(s):  
Maha Abdel-Halim ◽  
Dalia Issa ◽  
Bruno Ramos Chrcanovic
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Implant Failure ◽  
Failure Rates ◽  
Manual Search ◽  
Short Implants ◽  
The Many ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Implant Length

The present review aimed to evaluate the impact of implant length on failure rates between short (<10 mm) and long (≥10 mm) dental implants. An electronic search was undertaken in three databases, as well as a manual search of journals. Implant failure was the outcome evaluated. Meta-analysis was performed in addition to a meta-regression in order to verify how the risk ratio (RR) was associated with the follow-up time. The review included 353 publications. Altogether, there were 25,490 short and 159,435 long implants. Pairwise meta-analysis showed that short implants had a higher failure risk than long implants (RR 2.437, p < 0.001). There was a decrease in the probability of implant failure with longer implants when implants of different length groups were compared. A sensitivity analysis, which plotted together only studies with follow-up times of 7 years or less, resulted in an estimated increase of 0.6 in RR for every additional month of follow-up. In conclusion, short implants showed a 2.5 times higher risk of failure than long implants. Implant failure is multifactorial, and the implant length is only one of the many factors contributing to the loss of an implant. A good treatment plan and the patient’s general health should be taken into account when planning for an implant treatment.

scholarly journals Learning Analytics Impact: Critical Conversations on Relevance and Social Responsibility

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Xavier Ochoa ◽  
Simon Knight ◽  
Alyssa Friend Wise
Keyword(s):  
Learning Analytics ◽  
Online Community ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Educational Values ◽  
Qualitative Approaches ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
The Many ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Knowledge Claims

Our 2019 editorial opened a dialogue about what is needed to foster an impactful field of learning analytics (Knight, Wise, & Ochoa, 2019). As we head toward the close of a tumultuous year that has raised profound questions about the structure and processes of formal education and its role in society, this conversation is more relevant than ever. That editorial, and a recent online community event, focused on one component of the impact: standards for scientific rigour and the criteria by which knowledge claims in an interdisciplinary, multi-methodology field should be judged. These initial conversations revealed important commonalities across statistical, computational, and qualitative approaches in terms of a need for greater explanation and justification of choices in using appropriate data, models, or other methodological approaches, as well as the many micro-decisions made in applying specific methodologies to specific studies. The conversations also emphasize the need to perform different checks (for overfitting, for bias, for replicability, for the contextual bounds of applicability, for disconfirming cases) and the importance of learning analytics research being relevant by situating itself within a set of educational values, making tighter connections to theory, and considering its practical mobilization to affect learning. These ideas will serve as the starting point for a series of detailed follow-up conversations across the community, with the goal of generating updated standards and guidance for JLA articles.

scholarly journals The Impact of Wildfires on Mental Health: A Scoping Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 126
Author(s):  
Patricia To ◽  
Ejemai Eboreime ◽  
Vincent Agyapong
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Personal Safety ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Literature Searches ◽  
The Many ◽  
Associated Risk Factors ◽  
The Impact

One of the many consequences of climate change is an increase in the frequency, severity, and, thus, impact of wildfires across the globe. The destruction and loss of one’s home, belongings, and surrounding community, and the threat to personal safety and the safety of loved ones can have significant consequences on survivors’ mental health, which persist for years after. The objective of this scoping review was to identify primary studies examining the impact of wildfires on mental health and to summarize findings for PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use. Literature searches on Pubmed and Embase were conducted in February and April of 2021, respectively, with no date restrictions. A total of 254 studies were found in the two database searches, with 60 studies meeting the inclusion criteria. Three other studies were identified and included based on relevant in-text citations during data abstraction. The results show an increased rate of PTSD, depression, and generalized anxiety at several times of follow-up post-wildfire, from the subacute phase, to years after. An increased rate of mental health disorders post-wildfire has been found in both the adult and pediatric population, with a number of associated risk factors, the most significant being characteristics of the wildfire trauma itself. Several new terms have arisen in the literature secondary to an increased awareness and understanding of the impact of natural disasters on mental health, including ecological grief, solastalgia, and eco-anxiety. There are a number of patient factors and systemic changes that have been identified post-wildfire that can contribute to resilience and recovery.

A Co-morbid Condition of Warts and Vitiligo Treated with Individualized Homeopathy: An Evidence-Based Case Report

Homeopathy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akhyaya Kumar Prusty ◽  
Preeti Bhandari
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Task Force ◽  
Causal Attribution ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Homeopathic Treatment ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Co Morbidity ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
European Task

Abstract Background Whilst warts and vitiligo are both common skin diseases, their co-morbidity is rare. Here we present a clinical case of warts with vitiligo to illustrate the utility of individualized homeopathic treatment. Method The homeopathic medicine Sepia officinalis was prescribed, based on individualization. During follow-up, changes were documented by photographs. The non-invasive methods ORIDL (Outcome Related to Impact on Daily Living), VASI (Vitiligo Area and Scoring Index), and VETF (Vitiligo European Task Force) were used to assess treatment progress. Possible causal attribution of outcome with treatment was evaluated using the Modified Naranjo Criteria for Homeopathy (MONARCH). Result There was a marked improvement of vitiligo, along with the disappearance of warts, as evidenced photographically. VASI and VETF scores were significantly reduced. Main complaints, as well as overall well-being, improved on the ORIDL scale (+3). The MONARCH score (+9) suggested that the clinical improvement was attributable to the homeopathic intervention. Conclusion The study suggests a significant role for individualized homeopathic treatment in the co-morbidity of warts and vitiligo.

The impact of measures for secondary individual prevention of work-related skin diseases in health care workers: 1-year follow-up study

2009 ◽  
Vol 60 (3) ◽  
pp. 144-149 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christian J. Apfelbacher ◽  
Stefanie Soder ◽  
Thomas L. Diepgen ◽  
Elke Weisshaar
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Follow Up Study ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals Identification of Sarcoptes scabiei by Clinical Examination and Follow-up Examination in Medan City, Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (B) ◽  
pp. 1633-1636
Author(s):  
Afrida Aryani Nasution ◽  
Imam Budi Putra ◽  
Mutiara Indah Sari
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Delta Wing ◽  
High Sensitivity ◽  
Sarcoptes Scabiei ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
Reverse Primer

Background: Scabies is a disease caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. In Indonesia, scabies ranks third out of the 12 most common skin diseases. In terms of disease screening, direct visualization of dermatitis from mites and microscopy of skin scrapings is less sensitive. PCR and dermoscopy examinations have a high sensitivity value to Sarcoptes mites. Aims: This study aims to identify Sarcoptes scabiei mites between clinical symptoms and supporting examinations, namely PCR and dermoscopy methods. Methods: This research is a cross-sectional study, with descriptive analytics. The number of samples of 50 people who met the inclusion criteria was examined by microscopic examination, dermoscopy, and PCR. We state it to be positive if we found scabies mites or their eggs on microscopy, delta wing sign, or jet wet contrail on dermoscopy and there is a 135bp DNA band on PCR. Results: 50 samples diagnosed with scabies based on cardinal sign of scabies, gender were 80% male and 20% female with an average age of 14 years. Based on the location of the rash, the most rashes were between the fingers and toes, each 26% and the least on the head as much as 2%. Based examination tools, no Sarcoptes scabiei mites were found through microscopic and dermoscopic examination, while the PCR examination found 12 positive samples of scabies. Conclusion: PCR examination is very sensitive and specific even in very small quantities, with the fore primer SSUDF and the reverse primer SSUDR. Further research is needed to assess the sensitivity and specificity of dermoscopy and PCR in diagnosing scabies.

scholarly journals Karakteristik penyakit kulit pada anak di poliklinik kulit dan kelamin RSUP. Dr. M. Djamil Padang periode 2016-2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rina Gustia ◽  
Satya Wydya Yenny ◽  
Sigya Octari
Keyword(s):  
Fungal Infection ◽  
Skin Disease ◽  
Medical Records ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Fungal Infections ◽  
Common Disease ◽  
High Morbidity ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
The Impact

Abstrak. Latar belakang : Penyakit kulit menyebabkan morbiditas yang tinggi, termasuk pada anak. Prevalensi dermatosis pada anak berkisar 34-87,7% dengan pola yang sangat bervariasi dan dipengaruhi oleh banyak faktor. Dampak penyakit kulit ini dapat mempengaruhi kualitas hidup anak.Metode : Penelitian retrospektif deskriptif  dengan  mengambil data dari rekam medis pasien anak dengan umur 1-18 tahun yang berobat ke Poliklinik Kulit dan Kelamin RSUP.Dr. M. Djamil Padang pada periode Januari 2016– Desember 2018. Hasil : Selama 3 tahun didapatkan 277 pasien baru, perempuan 123 (44,4%) dan laki - laki 154 (55,6%). Berdasarkan kelompok  penyakit yang terbanyak adalah dermatitis  (29, 9%), diikuti oleh infeksi jamur (16,9%), infestasi parasit (13, 4%),  infeksi virus (13, 3%), dan infeksi bakteri (6,9%).Kesimpulan:  Penyakit kulit terbanyak terjadi pada anak laki – laki. Infeksi jamur merupakan penyakit kulit paling sering, diikuti oleh infestasi parasit. Infeksi jamur yang sering terjadi adalah pitiriasis versikolor, sedangkan infestasi parasit yang paling sering adalah skabies.              Kata kunci: karakteristik penyakit kulit, anak, penelitian retrospektif Abstrack. Background: Skin disease causes high morbidity, including in children. The prevalence of dermatosis in children ranges from 34 to 87.7% with a pattern that is varied and influenced by many factors. The impact of this skin disease can affect the quality of life of childrenMethod : A descriptive retrospective, which is taking data from the medical records of patients aged 1 - 18 years who seek treatment at Dermatology and Venereology outpatient clinic at RSUP. M. Djamil Padang in the period January 2016 - December 2018.Result : During 3 years,there were 277 new patient which consist of 123 boy  (44.4%) and 154 girl (55.6%). Based on the group of diseases, dermatitis were the most common  disease (29,9%), followed by fungal infection (16.9%), parasit infestations (13,4%), viral infection (13,3%) and bacterial infection (6,9%). Conclusion : Most skin diseases occur in boys. Fungal infections were the most common skin diseases, followed by parasit infestations. The most common fungal infection is pityriasis versicolor, while the most frequent parasit infestation is scabies.Keywords:characterization of skin diseases, children, retrospective study

scholarly journals Aggressive Angiomyxoma in Pregnancy: A Rare Condition, a Common Misdiagnosis

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
J. Sampaio ◽  
I. Sarmento-Gonçalves ◽  
D. Ramada ◽  
T. Amaro ◽  
P. Tiago-Silva
Keyword(s):  
Early Recognition ◽  
Correct Diagnosis ◽  
Progesterone Receptors ◽  
Rare Condition ◽  
Unknown Origin ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Aggressive Angiomyxoma ◽  
Mesenchymal Neoplasm ◽  
The Impact

Introduction. Aggressive angiomyxoma is a rare mesenchymal neoplasm. Although benign in the majority of the cases, these neoplasms usually present a locally infiltrative nature and high rates of recurrence. Due to its rarity, misdiagnosis is a common problem.Case Presentation. We present one case of aggressive angiomyxoma in a 25-year-old pregnant woman. The patient presented with a large vaginal mass that was interpreted as a vaginal cyst. We performed surgical resection of the neoplasm and the correct diagnosis was only achieved after histological examination. With this case, we highlight the importance of considering this diagnosis in patients with genital and perineal masses of unknown origin and the impact of a correct preoperative diagnosis in patient’s management and follow-up.Conclusion. Although aggressive angiomyxoma is rare, it should be considered in differential diagnosis of pelviperineal masses in young women. Its positivity to estrogen and progesterone receptors can justify enlargement and recurrence during pregnancy, although few cases are reported. Early recognition demands high index of suspicion for both gynaecologists and pathologists. Wide surgical excision with tumor free margins is the basis of curative treatment. Adjuvant therapy may be necessary for residual or recurrent tumors. Long-term follow-up is recommended.

scholarly journals Assessment of Preoperative Endometrial Histopathological Sampling as a Predictor of Final Surgical Pathology in Endometrial Cancer

2020 ◽  
Vol 42 (10) ◽  
pp. 642-648
Author(s):  
Mario Augusto Silveira Bueno Piotto ◽  
Gustavo Rubino de Azevedo Focchi ◽  
Renato Moretti Marques ◽  
Andressa Melina Severino Teixeira ◽  
Wagner José Gonçalves ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endometrial Cancer ◽  
Surgical Management ◽  
Correct Diagnosis ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Lower Grade ◽  
Tumor Type ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Objective To evaluate the agreement between the histopathological diagnoses of preoperative endometrial samples and surgical specimens and correlate the agreement between the diagnoses with the impact on surgical management and the survival of patients with endometrial adenocarcinomas. Methods Sixty-two patients treated for endometrial cancer at a university hospital from 2002 to 2011 were retrospectively evaluated. The histopathological findings of preoperative endometrial samples and of surgical specimens were analyzed. The patients were subjected to hysterectomy as well as adjuvant treatment, if necessary, and clinical follow-up, according to the institutional protocol. Lesions were classified as endometrioid tumor (type 1) grades 1, 2, or 3 or non-endometrioid carcinoma (type 2). Results The agreement between the histopathological diagnoses based on preoperative endometrial samples and surgical specimens was fair (Kappa: 0.40; p < 0.001). However, the agreement was very significant for tumor type and grade, in which a higher concordance occurred at a higher grade. The percentage of patients with lymph nodes affected was 19.2%. Although most patients presenting with disease remission or cure were in the early stages (90.5%), there were no significant differences between those patients who had a misdiagnosis (11/16; 68.8%) and those who had a correct diagnosis (25/33; 75.8%) based on preoperative endometrial sampling (p = 0.605). Conclusion Our findings corroborate the literature and confirm the under staging of preoperative endometrial samples based on histopathological assessment, especially for lower grade endometrial tumors. We suggest that the preoperative diagnosis should be complemented with other methods to better plan the surgical management strategy.

Outcomes for patients with an aortopulmonary window, and the impact of associated cardiovascular lesions

2004 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. 473-480 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajesh Bagtharia ◽  
Kalyani R. Trivedi ◽  
Harold M. Burkhart ◽  
William G. Williams ◽  
Robert M. Freedom ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Aortic Arch ◽  
Correct Diagnosis ◽  
Interrupted Aortic Arch ◽  
Clinical Findings ◽  
Aortopulmonary Window ◽  
Kaplan Meier ◽  
Associated Lesions ◽  
Lost To Follow Up ◽  
The Impact

An aortopulmonary window is a communication between the ascending aorta and pulmonary trunk in the presence of two separate arterial valves, and is often complicated by other associated defects. We sought to determine management and related outcomes in patients with this malformation.We identified those patients presenting between 1969 and 1999 from the databases held in our Departments of Cardiology, Pathology and Cardiovascular Surgery. We obtained data relating to issues concerning demography, clinical findings, imaging, management and outcome.The median age at presentation for the 42 patients identified, of whom 23 were female, was 62 days, with a range from birth to 6 years. Associated cardiac defects were present in 34 patients, including interruption of the aortic arch in 6 patients. The correct diagnosis was initially missed in 13 patients. Of the patients, six died without surgical repair, and 1 patient was lost-to-follow-up. Repair was performed in 35 patients, subsequent to repair of other defects in 4, in association with repair of other defects in 17, of whom 3 died, and as an isolated procedure in 14 patients, one of the latter being treated by transcatheter closure. Overall, there were 9 deaths, all in patients with complex associated defects, except 1 patient with a missed aortopulmonary window after repair of aortic coarctation. Kaplan-Meier estimates of survival were 81% at 3 months until 11.5 years, and 69% up to 21 years. Only the presence of interrupted aortic arch was independently associated with increased time-related mortality, the hazard ratio being 5.87 (p = 0.009).The outcome for an isolated lesion is excellent. Mortality occurs mainly before repair, mostly with complex associated lesions, particularly interruption of the aortic arch.

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