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BJS Open
September 2025
Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.
Background: Appendiceal adenocarcinomas and low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasms (LAMNs) are rare tumours. Much of the existing knowledge is derived from registry-based studies, particularly the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results database in the USA.
Methods: This retrospective cohort study used data from the Swedish Cancer Registry, Swedish Cause of Death Registry, and the National Patient Registry to analyse demographic characteristics and outcomes of patients diagnosed with appendiceal adenocarcinoma or LAMN between 2005 and 2019.
Eur J Ophthalmol
September 2025
Department of Ophthalmology, Casilino General Hospital, Rome, Italy.
PurposeTo evaluate the safety and ability of an ophthalmic solution containing Poloxamer 407 and Polyquaternium 133 to reduce conjunctival bacterial load before cataract surgery.MethodsPatients (n = 74) were randomized to 2 groups: treatment (n = 37) or placebo (treatment's vehicle; (n = 37)) BID from V1 to V3. Patients were also given standard postoperative treatment from V2 to V3.
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September 2025
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.
BACKGROUND This study reports on 2 cases of cervical melanoma with similar presentations but at different stages, and the treatment strategy varied accordingly, and we review the literature on the characteristics, diagnosis, and management of cervical melanoma. CASE REPORT Case 1: A 69-year-old woman with abnormal vaginal bleeding was diagnosed with advanced cervical melanoma, staged as International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) Stage IVB, involving multiple metastases. Despite chemoradiotherapy and immunotherapy (nivolumab), the disease progressed rapidly, and the patient died 4 months after diagnosis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWorld J Pediatr Congenit Heart Surg
September 2025
Department of Pediatric Surgery, Narayana Health Hospitals, Bommasandra, Bangalore, India.
BackgroundChylothorax, the accumulation of triglyceride-rich fluid in the pleural cavity, is a well-recognized complication after surgery for congenital heart disease in children. Treatment protocols and role of surgery are not standardized.ObjectiveThis study aims to evaluate the outcomes of a standardized technique of thoracoscopic ligation of the thoracic duct (TLTD), for the management of persistent chylothorax following pediatric cardiac surgery.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Nurses Prof Dev
September 2025
Mary Beth Russell, PhD, MA, RN, NPDA-BC®, NEA-BC, FNAP, CPHQ, CNE®, is Senior Vice President, The Center for Professional Development, Innovation, Research, The Institute for Nursing Excellence, RWJBarnabas Health, and Executive Dean, RWJBarnabas Health School of Nursing, West Orange, New Jersey.
The system nursing professional development (NPD) leader functions across multiple healthcare locations to standardize practice, implement enterprise-wide initiatives, and align NPD functions with strategic goals. This role connects professional development, operations, and leadership while navigating unique site needs. Through strategic implementation and outcome-driven decision-making, the system NPD leader impacts staff competency, engagement, and patient safety.
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