Open Access DOI:10.23937/2572-4045.1510071

A Gift of Life during Life: Example of Iraqi Model for Renal Transplantation

Maha Sulaiman Younis, MD, FICMS, CABP and Omaima Khalid Yassen, MD, MBChB

Article Type: Original Article | Publication Updated: 2024/09/20

Kidney transplantation (KT) is an advanced, life-saving technique for treating patients with kidney failure. This procedure has been performed in Iraq since 1973 and relies on a living kidney donor. This cross-sectional study aimed to examine the demographic characteristics of living kidney donors (KD) in Iraq and to analyse their knowledge and motivations....

 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 | Publication Updated: 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 | Publication Updated: 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 | Publication Updated: 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 | Publication Updated: 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 | Publication Updated: 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 | Publication Updated: 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 | Publication Updated: 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 | Publication Updated: 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 | Publication Updated: 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...