Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-3658/1510327

Development and Validation of an Empirical Model to Forecast Malaria Outbreaks at Amhara Region, Ethiopia: A Retrospective Follow-Up Study

Fetlework Workineh Aserss, Worku Awoke, Zelalem Mehari and Damtie Lankir Abebe

Article Type: Research Article | First Published: 2024/09/19

Malaria remains a significant public health concern in developing countries. Distinct geographical regions have different factors that influence malaria transmission. The aim of this study is to develop and validate an empirical model to forecast malaria outbreak....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2378-3656/1410458

A Rare Case of Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus in an Infant

G. Basri, Z. Basri, I. Chikhaoui, S. Nejjari, K. Slamti, FZ. Agharbi and S. Chiheb

Article Type: Editorial | First Published: 2024/09/20

Herpes zoster ophtalmicus is a viral infection caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus (HHV-3). It is a severe form of herpes zoster, mainly affecting immunocompromised patients. In addition to post-herpetic pain, its severity lies in the functional impact of ophthalmic damage, which requires the initiation of oral treatment. The occurrence of this condition in immunocompetent infants is an exceptional event. We report a case in this article....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2377-4630/1410183

Absolute Iron-Deficiency Anaemia, Intravenous Iron Replacement and Depression Prevalence in Pre-Operative Planned Gynecology Surgery: A Pre-Post Intervention Study

Daniel Wirth, Hester K Carter, Jonathan Holmes, Samuel Naylor, Amrutha Vishwanathan and Chiraag Talati

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: 2024/09/18

Iron-deficiency anaemia is common amongst women awaiting gynaecological surgery and often co-exists with and is a risk factor for depression and anxiety. As part of our pre-operative optimisation, we commonly treat specific cases of iron-deficiency anaemia with intravenous iron. Our objective was to study the relationship between iron-deficiency anaemia, intravenous iron correction, and the prevalence of depression and anxiety in our population....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2469-5823/1510202

Determination of Individual Innovative Characteristics of Surgical Nurses of Different Generations: Descriptive Study

Pınar ONGUN and Ezgi SEYHAN AK

Article Type: Original Research | First Published: 2024/09/19

The leadership characteristics of nurses working in operating rooms and surgical clinics where technology is used intensively come to the forefront, and therefore, their innovative behaviors are expected to be more developed. The study aims to determine the individual innovative characteristics of surgical nurses of different generations....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2469-5866/1410051

Rare Intrasellar Space Occupying Lesion Presenting as Hypopituitarism: Case Report and Review of the Literature on Intrasellar Arachnoid Cyst

Parul Gupta

Article Type: Case Report | First Published: 2024/09/18

Compared to cystic adenomas, craniopharyngiomas, and Rathke's cleft cysts, intrasellar arachnoid cysts are rare. The differential of intrasellar Arachnoid Cysts should be regarded in patients with radiologically confirmed intrasellar cystic lesions....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2643-4555/1710024

Hysterosalpingograms of Tubal Structures in Infertile Women from Western Sudan

Salah El din Gumaa and Hussain Gadelkarim Ahmed

Article Type: Research Article | First Published: September 15, 2024

According to our findings, half of the study group (30%) has a history of PID, with 17 (57%) having tubal obstruction, either bilaterally (7%) or unilaterally (10%). Those without a history of PID (12%) have tubal obstruction, either bilaterally (3%) or unilaterally (9%). 12 (20%) have a history of uterine or tubal surgery, all with tubal obstruction; 8 (13%) have unilateral tubal obstruction; and 4 (7%) have bilateral tubal obstruction....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2469-5750/1510129

What is the Role of Telemedicine and Artificial Intelligence in Pediatric Dermatology?

Sahithi Talasila, BS

Article Type: Review Article | First Published: 2024/09/15

Telemedicine has revolutionized pediatric dermatology by offering remote access to specialized care and reducing healthcare costs. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) further enhances diagnostic accuracy and efficiency, transforming patient outcomes. This review examines the current literature on telemedicine and AI in pediatric dermatology, highlighting studies on improved access to care, economic benefits, and diagnostic advancements. Telemedicine has significantly improved access ...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2469-5823/1510201

Case Report of Arthroscopic RigidLoop Combined with Double TigerTapeLoop for ACL Suture Surgery

Ma Jipeng, Zhang Fei, Zhang Qiang, Zhu Juanli, Wang Shunan and Qi Wei

Article Type: Case Report | First Published: 2024/09/14

Summarize the experience of using RigidLoop and double TigerTapeLoop for Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) suture. The key nursing points include preoperative preparation, intraoperative nursing cooperation, and postoperative return to the ward. The patient successfully completed the arthroscopic RigidLoop combined with TigerTapeLoop for ACL suture surgery. After the operation, the physical examination was good, and he was discharged successfully on the fourth postoperative day....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-4193.1510152

Unmasking an Uncommon Mimicker: Peritonsillar Abscess Unveiling as Extracranial Internal Carotid Artery Aneurysm (EICAA) - A Case Report

Pooja Dhayal, MBBS, Bajrang Bawliya, MBBS, DNB and Digvijay Singh Rawat

Article Type: Case Report | First Published: 2024/09/14

Extracranial internal carotid artery aneurysms (EICAA) are rare vascular lesions primarily attributed to atherosclerosis, with manifestations typically neurological but occasionally involving compression of nearby structures. We present a case of a 70-year-old female initially diagnosed with a peritonsillar abscess, whose subsequent CT angiography revealed EICAA. Surgical intervention involved ligation of the affected artery. EICAA, though uncommon, poses diagnostic challenges, particularly when...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-3682/1510241

Effectiveness and Outcome of Uterine Embolization with Methotrexate in Treatment of Scar Ectopic Pregnancy in Comparison with Methotrexate and KCL Treatment

Maher Alanazi, Hatim Saad Alobaidi, Mohammed Saeed Alshulayyil, Abdulaziz Ali Almat'hami, Faisal Mohammed Alahmari, Sultan Nasser Alammari, Ehab Faiz Wahbah, Abdulwahed Abdullah Alruhaimi, Hassan Mosa Alshehri, Othman Zayed Alshehre and Mohammed Saeed Altolub

Article Type: Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study | First Published: 2024/09/14

Scar ectopic pregnancy has become one of the common medical conditions around the world. CSP could lead to severe complications including excessive hemorrhage, shock and uterine rupture with the potential necessity for hysterectomy as well as maternal mortality in a very severe case with CSP. However, there are no general guidelines for CSP management. The objective of this study is to compare the therapeutic effects and follow-up results among 3 different treatments and to identify the most eff...