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View article: Aortic Regurgitation in a Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis/Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Overlap Syndrome (Rhupus): Case Report and Review of Literature
Aortic Regurgitation in a Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis/Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Overlap Syndrome (Rhupus): Case Report and Review of Literature Open
Background/Objectives: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), including valvular heart disease (VHD), remain the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Case Pres…
View article: Effects of Janus Kinase Inhibitors on Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain: Clinical Evidence and Mechanistic Pathways
Effects of Janus Kinase Inhibitors on Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain: Clinical Evidence and Mechanistic Pathways Open
Pain remains one of the most burdensome symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), often persisting despite inflammatory remission and profoundly impairing quality of life. This review aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy and mechanistic pa…
View article: Public Health Screening for Cardiometabolic Risk: Lessons from Advanced Glycation End-Products and ABC Target Achievement in Dalmatian Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
Public Health Screening for Cardiometabolic Risk: Lessons from Advanced Glycation End-Products and ABC Target Achievement in Dalmatian Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Open
Background/Objectives: Cardiometabolic risk remains a major challenge in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DMT2). This study aimed to evaluate cardiovascular (CV) risk stratification using advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) measu…
View article: Predictive Value of Classical and Emerging Autoantibodies for Cardiac Dysfunction in Systemic Sclerosis: Systematic Review
Predictive Value of Classical and Emerging Autoantibodies for Cardiac Dysfunction in Systemic Sclerosis: Systematic Review Open
Background: Cardiac involvement is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in systemic sclerosis (SSc). Autoantibodies may help identify patients at increased cardiovascular (CV) risk. This systematic review aimed to assess the predictive…
View article: Nailfold capillaroscopy using a dermatoscope in systemic sclerosis – systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
Nailfold capillaroscopy using a dermatoscope in systemic sclerosis – systematic review and meta-analysis protocol Open
View article: 504eP Comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) of gastrointestinal cancers: A single-institution experience
504eP Comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) of gastrointestinal cancers: A single-institution experience Open
View article: Time for Change: A 3-Year Prospective Study on Mediterranean Diet Adherence and Body Composition in Kidney Transplant Recipients
Time for Change: A 3-Year Prospective Study on Mediterranean Diet Adherence and Body Composition in Kidney Transplant Recipients Open
Background: The aim of this prospective follow-up study was to evaluate changes in body composition parameters and Mediterranean diet (MeDi) adherence among kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) over a three-year period. Additionally, this s…
View article: Cardiometabolic Risk in Psoriatic Arthritis: A Hidden Burden of Inflammation and Metabolic Dysregulation
Cardiometabolic Risk in Psoriatic Arthritis: A Hidden Burden of Inflammation and Metabolic Dysregulation Open
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that extends beyond musculoskeletal and dermatologic involvement to elevate cardiometabolic risk. Emerging evidence highlights the critical role of systemic inflammation in metabo…
View article: Chronic Kidney Disease in Balkan Countries—A Call for Optimal Multidisciplinary Management
Chronic Kidney Disease in Balkan Countries—A Call for Optimal Multidisciplinary Management Open
The treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been considerably transformed in the last couple of years. However, effective management of patients with CKD is still not achieved, despite clear guidelines promoting active screening of h…
View article: Tetracyclines in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Dual Anti-Inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Roles, Effectiveness, and Safety Insights
Tetracyclines in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Dual Anti-Inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Roles, Effectiveness, and Safety Insights Open
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by persistent inflammation, joint pain, and progressive cartilage and bone erosion. Despite advancements in RA management with disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (D…
View article: The Power of Movement: Linking Physical Activity with Nutritional Health and Blood Sugar Balance in a Dalmatian Type 2 Diabetic Population
The Power of Movement: Linking Physical Activity with Nutritional Health and Blood Sugar Balance in a Dalmatian Type 2 Diabetic Population Open
Background and Objectives: Regular physical activity (PA) and Mediterranean diet (MeDi) adherence independently improve glycemic control and clinical outcomes in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This study examined the associations between…
View article: Mediterranean Diet and Metabolic Syndrome
Mediterranean Diet and Metabolic Syndrome Open
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a major health issue defined by central obesity and at least two more of the following factors: high triglycerides, low high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, high blood pressure, and high fasting glucose.…
View article: Beyond Blood Sugar: Low Awareness of Kidney Disease among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Dalmatia—Insights from the First Open Public Call
Beyond Blood Sugar: Low Awareness of Kidney Disease among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Dalmatia—Insights from the First Open Public Call Open
Background and Objectives: Kidney disease (KD) is a common complication of diabetes mellitus (DM) associated with adverse outcomes of renal failure, cardiovascular disease, and mortality. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalen…
View article: Is Arterial Stiffness Interconnected with Cardiovascular Drug Prescription Patterns, Body Composition Parameters, and the Quality of Blood Pressure Regulation in Hypertensive Patients?
Is Arterial Stiffness Interconnected with Cardiovascular Drug Prescription Patterns, Body Composition Parameters, and the Quality of Blood Pressure Regulation in Hypertensive Patients? Open
Background: Arterial hypertension (AH) is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease and is associated with increased arterial stiffness, particularly as measured by pulse wave velocity (PWV). This study aims to explore the relat…
View article: Disease Activity, Inflammation Markers, and Quality of Life Are Associated with Muscle Strength in Croatian Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients—A National-Based Study
Disease Activity, Inflammation Markers, and Quality of Life Are Associated with Muscle Strength in Croatian Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients—A National-Based Study Open
Background and Objectives: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients experience sarcopenia and decreased muscle mass and handgrip strength, leading to decreased quality of life and disability. The prevalence of RA varies across regions. This stud…
View article: Are There Differences in Skin Autofluorescence-Measured Advanced Glycation End-Product Levels between Chronic Kidney Disease and Kidney Transplant Recipients?
Are There Differences in Skin Autofluorescence-Measured Advanced Glycation End-Product Levels between Chronic Kidney Disease and Kidney Transplant Recipients? Open
The aim of this cross-sectional study was to evaluate the differences in the levels of advanced glycation end products (AGE) between patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) and to investigate the …
View article: P.117 Antiplatelet and anticoagulation use and outcomes following chronic subdural hematoma drainage: systematic review and meta-analysis
P.117 Antiplatelet and anticoagulation use and outcomes following chronic subdural hematoma drainage: systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Background: Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a common neurosurgical condition which can be treated with surgical evacuation. A significant percentage of CSDH patients are on antiplatelet or anticoagulation therapy at baseline which may …
View article: P.153 Utility of neurophysiology in the diagnosis of tethered cord syndrome (TCS)
P.153 Utility of neurophysiology in the diagnosis of tethered cord syndrome (TCS) Open
Background: Tethered cord syndrome, a condition in which the spinal cord stretches as a child grows, can cause various clinical symptoms. Occult TCS (OTCS) is a condition where a child displays some or many clinical symptoms of TCS, but no…
View article: #2549 Real world data of dapagliflozin effect on proteinuria in primary glomerulopathies in Croatia
#2549 Real world data of dapagliflozin effect on proteinuria in primary glomerulopathies in Croatia Open
Background and Aims SGLT2 inhibitors, namely dapagliflozin, proved to slow progression of kidney disease in randomized clinical trials. Our aim was to assess real world efficacy of dapagliflozin on proteinuria level in primary glomerulopat…
View article: #2896 Malnutrition is prevalent in hemodialysis patients—results from Croatian multicenter hemodialysis study
#2896 Malnutrition is prevalent in hemodialysis patients—results from Croatian multicenter hemodialysis study Open
Background and Aims Malnutrition is a usually observed condition among patients on hemodialysis (HD) and is considered one of studiest indicators of mortality and morbidity. Malnutrition inflammation score (MIS) is associated with inflamma…
View article: Unlocking Cognitive Potential: Association of Sarcopenia and Mediterranean Diet on Cognitive Function in Community-Dwelling Elderly of the Dalmatian Region
Unlocking Cognitive Potential: Association of Sarcopenia and Mediterranean Diet on Cognitive Function in Community-Dwelling Elderly of the Dalmatian Region Open
The aim of this study was to determine the association between muscle strength, adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MeDi) and cognitive function in community-dwelling elderly. General data, data of body composition and anthropometric para…
View article: Expert opinion on parenteral iron administration in non-hematological clinical practice
Expert opinion on parenteral iron administration in non-hematological clinical practice Open
Anemija zbog manjka željeza ili sideropenična anemija najčešći je oblik anemije u populaciji. Sideropenična anemija može nastati uslijed gastrointestinalnih bolesti, ginekoloških i drugih kroničnih krvarenja, može biti dio kliničke slike n…
View article: Prevalence of obesity and mediterranean diet adherence in Dalmatian hypertensive patients
Prevalence of obesity and mediterranean diet adherence in Dalmatian hypertensive patients Open
View article: Non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants versus warfarin in patients with triple positive antiphospholipid syndrome – protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
Non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants versus warfarin in patients with triple positive antiphospholipid syndrome – protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
View article: Serum Adropin Levels and Body Mass Composition in Kidney Transplant Recipients—Are There Sex Differences?
Serum Adropin Levels and Body Mass Composition in Kidney Transplant Recipients—Are There Sex Differences? Open
Adropin is a secretory peptide that regulates glucose, lipid, and protein metabolism, which is closely related to obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and atherogenesis. The serum adropin level is related to sex and depends upon nutr…
View article: Associations of Serum Calprotectin, Arterial Stiffness and Long COVID Symptoms in Dalmatian Kidney Transplant Recipients
Associations of Serum Calprotectin, Arterial Stiffness and Long COVID Symptoms in Dalmatian Kidney Transplant Recipients Open
We aimed to explore long COVID symptoms, serum calprotectin levels, and the parameters of arterial stiffness in Dalmatian kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) and their possible associations. A cross-sectional, single-center case-control st…
View article: Prescription Trends of Biologic DMARDs in Treating Rheumatologic Diseases: Changes of Medication Availability in COVID-19
Prescription Trends of Biologic DMARDs in Treating Rheumatologic Diseases: Changes of Medication Availability in COVID-19 Open
Biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) are very effective in treating rheumatic diseases with a good patient tolerance. However, high cost and individualistic approach requires dedication of the physician. Therefore, the a…
View article: Malnutrition in systemic sclerosis patients - protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
Malnutrition in systemic sclerosis patients - protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
View article: The Challenges and Opportunities of the Implementation of Comprehensive Genomic Profiling in Everyday Clinical Practice with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: National Results from Croatia
The Challenges and Opportunities of the Implementation of Comprehensive Genomic Profiling in Everyday Clinical Practice with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: National Results from Croatia Open
Non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has become the best example of precision oncology’s impact on outcomes in everyday clinical practice, significantly changing the expectations of all stakeholders, including medical professionals, society,…
View article: Lean mass, fat mass, phase angle, body mass index and total body mass in systemic sclerosis patients - Protocol for a sytematic review and meta-analysis
Lean mass, fat mass, phase angle, body mass index and total body mass in systemic sclerosis patients - Protocol for a sytematic review and meta-analysis Open