Prediction of success of slings in female stress incontinence, statistical and AI modeling.

Studies on predicting the outcome of sling surgery are limited. Most depend on analysis of multiple confounding factors using regression models. However, their prediction results are limited.

High-performance PTFE composites from industrial scrap with enhanced strength and wear resistance.

Due to the high cost of raw materials, this work aims to utilize polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) scrap generated from industrial waste to produce composites possessing superior properties for potential use in various industrial applications. In this respect, PTFE-based composites reinforced with mono- and hybrid granite and boron carbide (BC) nanoparticles are produced using powder metallurgy (PM) technology. The sintered composites' physical, mechanical, tribological, and thermal properties and the phase composition and microstructure were investigated using X-ray diffraction (XRD) and field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) techniques, respectively.

Assessing and Enhancing the Interpretation Quality of Arterial Blood Gas Among Junior Doctors.

Background:  Arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis is a critical diagnostic tool used in emergency and intensive care settings to assess a patient's acid-base balance, ventilation, and oxygenation. Despite its importance, ABG interpretation remains challenging for junior doctors, particularly when dealing with complex cases involving mixed respiratory and metabolic disturbances. This clinical audit was conducted to evaluate the baseline competency of junior doctors in ABG interpretation and to measure the impact of targeted educational interventions.

Influence of vanadium oxide on the structural, optical, mechanical and dielectric properties of cadmium borate glasses.

The melt-quenching method has been employed to fabricate 30BO-(70-x)CdO-xVO; x = 0, 1, 2, 3, and 5 mol% glasses. The physical, optical, mechanical, and dielectric properties of the prepared glasses were measured. Structural FTIR spectra and their related deconvolution process showed distinct absorption bands, from which some parameters especially, the N ratio, could be determined by calculating the area under peaks.

Trimetazidine effect on kidney function in patients undergoing coronary procedures.

Background: CIN (Contrast-induced Nephropathy) was studied after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) or Coronary Angiography (CA). Trimetazidine (TMZ) has been investigated as one of the potential molecules that may protect against CIN by its anti-ischemic, antioxidant, and mitochondrial protective effects. We aimed to observe the reno-protective value of TMZ when added to the Guidelines Directed Medical Therapy (GDMT) in patients receiving contrast.

Synergistic impact of osseointegration and multifunctionality on functionally graded ceramic composites for bone healing applications.

In this study, a functionally graded composite (FGC) sample was fabricated by layering five layers of hydroxyapatite (HA), silicon carbide (SiC), and copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles. The osseointegration ability of all prepared FGC layers was assessed using simulated body fluid (SBF), and an investigation was performed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The physical, mechanical, electrical, and dielectric properties were evaluated before and after immersion in the SBF solution.

Meta-analysis: clinical outcomes of laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) and photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) in hyperopia.

Background: To evaluate differences in clinical outcome, safety, and efficacy of photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) in the correction of hyperopic refractive errors.

Methods: We have adhered to PRISMA criteria in this systematic review, which is registered with PROSPERO (CRD42023469543). Our search with studies comparing PRK and LASIK for hyperopia was conducted through the databases PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Library.

Development of Fe/SiBr/Si₃N₄/silica fume nanocomposites from recycled metal waste for industrial applications.

Due to the high cost of raw materials, this work aims to benefit from metal waste, especially iron (Fe) and silicon bronze, which results from turning workshops and recycling them to obtain nanocomposites for industrial applications. In this respect, Fe/SiBr/SiN/silica fume nanocomposites possessing superior mechanical, wear, and magnetic characteristics have been produced using powder metallurgy (PM) technology. Milled sample particle size, crystal size, and phase composition were investigated using X-ray diffraction (XRD) technique and transmission electron microscopy (TEM).

A Case Report of Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis: Infection-Related or Immune-Related?

Membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (MPGN) has previously been used as an umbrella term to describe a spectrum of hypocomplementemic glomerular diseases, which are rare causes of end stage kidney disease (ESKD). We present a 22-year-old man with a well-established medical history who had been complaining of 4 days of frothy dark urine, bilateral lower limb swelling, and puffiness on his face. For a month before his presentation, he had many bilateral skin lesions on his lower limbs that were leaking pus.

From Plant to Patient: A Historical Perspective and Review of Selected Medicinal Plants in Dermatology.

Skin conditions are a common health concern faced by patients of all ages. For thousands of years, plants have been used to treat various skin conditions, including acne, vitiligo, and psoriasis, to name a few. Today, with increasing patient preference for natural therapies, modern medicine is now more than ever incorporating age-old knowledge of herbal remedies useful in treating skin conditions into modern-day treatments.

Going beyond competencies: Building blocks for a patient- and population-centered medical curriculum.

Introduction: Changing health care requires changing medical education. In this position paper it is suggested that subsequent innovations in medical education each had their specific strengths and shortcomings. What they have, however, in common is that they place the medical student and their competencies at their center.

Role of TiAlC MAX phase in regulating biodegradation and improving electrical properties of calcium silicate ceramic for bone repair applications.

Calcium silicate ceramic is a promising bioceramic for various biomedical applications, but its high biodegradation rate and low strength restrict its clinical utility. As a result, the study devised an innovative solution to address these issues by utilizing the titanium aluminum carbide phase, potentially for the first time in biological applications, in conjugation with hydroxyapatite. Then, using powder metallurgy technology, they added these phases to calcium silicate to create nanocomposites.

Knowledge and Awareness of Parents and the General Population Living in Riyadh About Amblyopia.

Introduction Amblyopia is a neurodevelopmental disorder of the visual cortex that usually occurs due to abnormal visual development early in life. The clinical importance of amblyopia is that it is a significant cause of visual loss in the pediatric population. Knowing and understanding amblyopia plays a crucial role in management since the earlier the intervention, the better the results.

A case report of metformin-associated lactic acidosis.

Key Clinical Message: Metformin-associated lactic acidosis is a rare but serious complication in patients with type 2 diabetes, especially those with multiple health conditions. Prompt recognition and treatment, including potential renal replacement therapy, are crucial for managing severe acidosis and improving patient outcomes.

Abstract: Metformin (MTF) is commonly prescribed as a first-line treatment for diabetes, effectively preventing microvascular and macrovascular complications.

Evaluation of tribo-mechanical measurements and thermal expansion of Cu-based nanocomposites reinforced by high strength hybrid ceramics.

It is known that Copper's (Cu) electrical conductivity makes it a desirable material for use in industry. Due to poor properties such as hardness, thermal expansion, and corrosion resistance, its applications are limited. This manuscript solves these problems while maintaining no breakdown in electrical conductivity.

Prevalence and Antimicrobial Sensitivity Patterns of Uropathogens in Wad Medani, Sudan: A Three Years, Cross-Sectional Study.

Purpose: Urinary tract infections exert a significant negative impact on an individual's quality of life and cause significant economic and public health burdens. Therefore, this study was conducted to identify the common bacterial uropathogens associated with urinary tract infections in Wad Medani patients and their susceptibility to antibiotics.

Patients And Methods: This was a cross-sectional study.

Role of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Refractive Errors for Enhanced Eye Care: A Systematic Review.

A significant contributor to blindness and visual impairment globally is uncorrected refractive error. To plan effective interventions, eye care professionals must promptly identify people at a high risk of acquiring myopia, and monitor disease progress. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have enormous potential to improve diagnosis and treatment.

Trends in incidence and clinical outcome of non-ST elevation myocardial infarction in patients with amyloidosis in the United States, 2010-2020.

Study Objective: To assess temporal changes in clinical profile and in-hospital outcome of patients with amyloidosis presenting with non-ST elevation myocardial infarction, NSTEMI.

Design/setting: We conducted a retrospective observational study using the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database from January 1, 2010, to December 31, 2020.

Main Outcomes: Primary outcome of interest was trend in adjusted in-hospital mortality in patients with amyloidosis presenting with NSTEMI from 2010 to 2020.

A comprehensive study of Al-Cu-Mg system reinforced with nano-ZrO particles synthesized by powder metallurgy technique.

More focus has recently been placed on enhancing the strength, elastic modulus, coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE), wear and corrosion resistance, and other qualities of aluminum (Al) alloys by varying the quantity of ceramics added for a range of industrial uses. In this regard, Al-4.2-Cu-1.

Tuning biodegradability, bone-bonding capacity, and wear resistance of zinc-30% magnesium intermetallic alloy for use in load-bearing bone applications.

This work aimed to improve the rapid biodegradation, poor wear resistance properties, and lack of bioactivity of metallic biomaterials to be used in orthopedic applications. In this context, zinc-magnesium (Zn-Mg) alloy with successive contents of calcium silicate (CaSiO) and silicon nitride (SiN) was prepared using powder metallurgy technique. After sintering, their phase composition and microstructure were investigated using the X-ray diffraction technique and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), respectively.

Comprehensive studies for evaluating promising properties of Cu/graphene/fly ash nanocomposites.

Copper (Cu)'s electrical conductivity makes it attractive for industrial usage. Due to its inferior mechanical characteristics, thermal expansion, and wear resistance, its applications are limited. This manuscript solves these issues while retaining its major feature, excellent electrical conductivity.