Linnet Carr

This study aims to determine the causes of vaccine mistrust among family healthcare professionals (FHP) in the unit where they serve and vaccine hesitancy of families.

The study group consisted of 682 FHPs working in a primary health care institution. The data collection tools of the study included a sociodemographic data form and a…[Read more]

This study aims to determine the causes of vaccine mistrust among family healthcare professionals (FHP) in the unit where they serve and vaccine hesitancy of families.

The study group consisted of 682 FHPs working in a primary health care institution. The data collection tools of the study included a sociodemographic data form and a…[Read more]

INTRODUCTION Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) represents a public health concern in several areas of the world. In the American continent, VL transmission is typically zoonotic, but humans with active VL caused by Leishmania infantum are able to infect sandflies. Thus, individuals with cutaneous parasitic infections may act as reservoirs and allow…[Read more]

 Facial nerve palsy has a great physical and psychological impact on patients, so the avoidance of facial nerve damage during surgery and its reanimation are important for Otolaryngologists and head and neck surgeons. The acquisition of anatomical knowledge and surgical training regarding the parotid surgery and facial nerve is mandatory, but n…[Read more]

Introduction Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) has rapidly become increasingly popular in bariatric surgery. However, in the long-term follow-up, weight loss failure and intractable severe acid reflux after primary LSG can necessitate further interventions. The purpose of this study was to evaluate our initial case series regarding the…[Read more]

Furthermore, cFGF-21 exhibited both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in the pancreas. We conclude, therefore, that cFGF-21 and PEG-cFGF-21 can maintain blood glucose comparable to normal levels for 2 and 3 days respectively after a single dose. The long-acting efficacy of cFGF-21 can be attributed to improvement in oxidative stress and…[Read more]

Of patients admitted to ICU, 71 (41%) received vasopressor support. This was weaned within 24h in 55 (77%) patients. Patients with larger tumours (> 6cm) and a transfusion requirement are more likely to require prolonged inotropic support. Among patients admitted to the ward, there were no complications that required escalation of care.

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In this study, the incidence density of mortality was very high. Alcohol consumption, poor adherence, and the presence of comorbidity were independently associated with death. Hence, alcohol users, patients with comorbidity and poor adherence should be given due attention during therapy.Circumsporozoite protein (CSP) is the primary…[Read more]