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View article: Cytoreductive Surgery in Ovarian Cancer: Should the New Optimal Threshold Be 2.5 mm?
Cytoreductive Surgery in Ovarian Cancer: Should the New Optimal Threshold Be 2.5 mm? Open
Background/Objectives: In patients with peritoneal metastases from ovarian cancer, current clinical guidelines recommend “optimal cytoreductive surgery (CRS)”, defined as leaving no residual tumor nodules greater than 1 cm in diameter. Of …
View article: Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis—Advances and Challenges in Management for Optimal Clinical Outcomes
Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis—Advances and Challenges in Management for Optimal Clinical Outcomes Open
Acute necrotizing pancreatitis (ANP), characterized by necrosis of pancreatic and/or peripancreatic tissues, is a potentially severe and life-threatening complication of acute pancreatitis, exhibiting a considerable mortality rate, particu…
View article: Multimodal Prehabilitation in Major Abdominal Surgery—Rationale, Modalities, Results and Limitations
Multimodal Prehabilitation in Major Abdominal Surgery—Rationale, Modalities, Results and Limitations Open
Recent evidence revealed that an adequate preoperative physiological reserve is crucial to overcome surgical stress response. Consequently, a new concept, called prehabilitation, emerged, aiming to improve the preoperative functional reser…
View article: Efficiency of a Nutrition Education Program in the Prediabetic Population: Is it Necessary?
Efficiency of a Nutrition Education Program in the Prediabetic Population: Is it Necessary? Open
Background and aims. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP) 2020 National Diabetes Statistics Report, 13% of American adults have diabetes and 34.5% meet the criteria for prediabetes. The prevalence of prediabet…
View article: A pancreatic adenocarcinoma mimicking hepatoid carcinoma of uncertain histogenesis: A case report and literature review
A pancreatic adenocarcinoma mimicking hepatoid carcinoma of uncertain histogenesis: A case report and literature review Open
In rare cases, metastatic adenocarcinomas of different origin may exhibit the features of hepatoid carcinoma (HC), a rare malignant epithelial tumor, most commonly occurring in the ovaries and stomach, as well as in the pancreas and biliar…
View article: Technological aspects regarding the process of obtaining of ceramic veneers – Part I
Technological aspects regarding the process of obtaining of ceramic veneers – Part I Open
Dental veneers made of ceramic masses are considered on conservative solution for patients that require an enhancement of shape, shade, dimension and/or position of anterior teeth. Ceramic veneers are successfully used on large scale to hi…
View article: Theoretical and practical aspects regarding the role of the working model in the workflow of porcelain fused to metal fixed restorations - Preliminary study
Theoretical and practical aspects regarding the role of the working model in the workflow of porcelain fused to metal fixed restorations - Preliminary study Open
In dental practice, the fidelity of a model is given by the quality and type of material used, the technique by which it is made, and last but not least by the experience and skill of the dental technician. But, the emergence of CAD-CAM te…
View article: Practical aspects regarding the correlation between the occlusal vertical dimension and the facial aspect of edentulous patients
Practical aspects regarding the correlation between the occlusal vertical dimension and the facial aspect of edentulous patients Open
An important stage in the workflow of obtaining complete dentures for edentulous patients is represented by determining and registering the occlusal vertical dimension (OVD). The dentist has an important role in this clinical stage, a…
View article: Full zirconia single tooth fixed prosthetic restorations obtained through CAD/CAM technology – technological and practical aspects (Part I)
Full zirconia single tooth fixed prosthetic restorations obtained through CAD/CAM technology – technological and practical aspects (Part I) Open
The CAD/CAM technology is an innovative alternative in dental prosthodontic that ensures a high quality for all types of prosthetic restorations, with a superior esthetic and functional result. The purpose of this study is to highlight …
View article: Abdominal Compartment Syndrome in Acute Pancreatitis: A Narrative Review
Abdominal Compartment Syndrome in Acute Pancreatitis: A Narrative Review Open
Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) represents a severe complication of acute pancreatitis (AP), resulting from an acute and sustained increase in abdominal pressure >20 mmHg, in association with new organ dysfunction. The harmful effect …
View article: Risk Factors for Severe Postoperative Complications after Oncologic Right Colectomy: Unicenter Analysis
Risk Factors for Severe Postoperative Complications after Oncologic Right Colectomy: Unicenter Analysis Open
Background and Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the potential risk factors for severe postoperative complications after oncologic right colectomy. Materials and Methods: All consecutive patients with right colon cancer who under…
View article: Comparative study on metal versus zirconium dioxide infrastructure manufacturing in prosthetic rehabilitation in the maxillary frontal zone
Comparative study on metal versus zirconium dioxide infrastructure manufacturing in prosthetic rehabilitation in the maxillary frontal zone Open
Prosthetic rehabilitation of the maxillary front teeth is an extremely laborious problem for the dental team, consisting of the dentist and the dental technician. If for the physiognomic component the most recommended materials are the cer…
View article: Diagnostic Wax-Up - an extremely important method of communication between the dental office and the dental laboratory
Diagnostic Wax-Up - an extremely important method of communication between the dental office and the dental laboratory Open
Communication between the clinical department (dental office) and the technical department (dental laboratory) is one of the topics that often comes to the mind of every dental technician or dentist. This communication can be done by diffe…
View article: Dentists, members of the French Resistance movement during the World War II
Dentists, members of the French Resistance movement during the World War II Open
The Resistance was a reaffirmation of France's independence and individuality, as well as a struggle to regain freedom and, above all, national integrity. In fact, many historians appreciate that the French Resistance could have achieved m…
View article: Assessment of clinical and pathological complete response after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy in rectal adenocarcinoma and its therapeutic implications
Assessment of clinical and pathological complete response after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy in rectal adenocarcinoma and its therapeutic implications Open
Because almost one fourth of patients with rectal adenocarcinoma (RC) achieve pathological complete response (pCR) after neoadjuvant chemoradiation therapy (CRT), having significantly higher survival rates than those without pCR, the asses…
View article: Cervical Cancer Mortality in Romania: Trends, Regional and Rural–Urban Inequalities, and Policy Implications
Cervical Cancer Mortality in Romania: Trends, Regional and Rural–Urban Inequalities, and Policy Implications Open
Background and Objectives: Despite being largely preventable, cervical cancer mortality still remains an important public health problem globally, in Europe, and in Romania. The European Union member states are urged to implement systemati…
View article: Updates of Risk Factors for Anastomotic Leakage after Colorectal Surgery
Updates of Risk Factors for Anastomotic Leakage after Colorectal Surgery Open
Anastomotic leakage is a potentially severe complication occurring after colorectal surgery and can lead to increased morbidity and mortality, permanent stoma formation, and cancer recurrence. Multiple risk factors for anastomotic leak hav…
View article: Synchronous biliary gallstones and colorectal cancer: A single center analysis
Synchronous biliary gallstones and colorectal cancer: A single center analysis Open
Gallstones and colorectal cancer (CRC) are two common disorders that may develop simultaneously. In such situations, there is a significant chance of missing one of the conditions due to the primary clinical presentation. Late detection, d…
View article: Technological Aspects Regarding the Manufacture of Screw-Retained Prosthetic Restorations Made of Ceramic Masses on Zirconia Structure (Part II)
Technological Aspects Regarding the Manufacture of Screw-Retained Prosthetic Restorations Made of Ceramic Masses on Zirconia Structure (Part II) Open
With the help of dental implants, an oral rehabilitation can be performed not only very complex, but also very complete of various types of edentulous spaces. After insertion of the dental implants, they can be subsequently prosthetically …
View article: Applications of Kinetotherapy in the Prophylaxis of Occupational Cervical Syndrome (Overloading) among Professions with a Medical Profile in The Field of Dentistry - Preliminary Study
Applications of Kinetotherapy in the Prophylaxis of Occupational Cervical Syndrome (Overloading) among Professions with a Medical Profile in The Field of Dentistry - Preliminary Study Open
Professionals from different fields are exposed to myo-arto-kinetic disorders, among them those in the medical field with dental profile, respectively dentists, dental assistants and dental technicians. Given that specialists in the field …
View article: Evolution of Public Health Expenditure Financed by the Romanian Social Health Insurance Scheme From 1999 to 2019
Evolution of Public Health Expenditure Financed by the Romanian Social Health Insurance Scheme From 1999 to 2019 Open
The Romanian health system is mainly public financed (80.45%) through the following sources: Social Health Insurance (65%), State and Local Authorities Budget (15.45%), while the private sources (voluntary health insurance and out of pocke…
View article: Modern Applications in Technology of Post and Core Restorations
Modern Applications in Technology of Post and Core Restorations Open
Post and core devices are elements that contribute to the complete restoration of the coronary abutment, over which the final prosthetic restoration will be created. Their role is to retain the coronary portion of the restoration and to pr…
View article: Technological Aspects Regarding the Manufacture of Screw-Retained Prosthetic Restorations Made of Ceramic Masses on Zirconia Structure (Part I)
Technological Aspects Regarding the Manufacture of Screw-Retained Prosthetic Restorations Made of Ceramic Masses on Zirconia Structure (Part I) Open
With the help of dental implants, an oral rehabilitation can be performed not only very complex, but also very complete of various types of edentulous spaces. After insertion of the dental implants, they can be subsequently prosthetically …
View article: Study of the adherence capacity of microbial biofilms on titanium versus zirconium dioxide (Zirconia) surfaces
Study of the adherence capacity of microbial biofilms on titanium versus zirconium dioxide (Zirconia) surfaces Open
Introduction. An important role in the appearance of acute or chronic infections is played by bacterial biofilms that contain several bacterial species and that develop preferentially on inert surfaces, dead tissues and medical devices. Pu…
View article: In vitro evaluation of the cyto- and genotoxicity of titanium and titanium-based alloy Ti-6Al-4V used in the manufacture of screw type dental implants - preliminary study
In vitro evaluation of the cyto- and genotoxicity of titanium and titanium-based alloy Ti-6Al-4V used in the manufacture of screw type dental implants - preliminary study Open
Introduction. Titanium and the alloys that contain this element became in the last decade of the twentieth century almost irreplaceable materials in many biomedical fields, including dentistry. Purpose. The purpose of this study is to test…
View article: Renal replacement therapy in cancer patients with acute kidney injury (Review)
Renal replacement therapy in cancer patients with acute kidney injury (Review) Open
Cancer patients are at high risk for developing acute kidney injury (AKI), which is associated with increased morbidity and mortality in these patients. Despite the progress made in understanding the pathogenic mechanisms and etiology of A…
View article: Comparative study on the independent learning activity of young people in the bachelor's and master's programs
Comparative study on the independent learning activity of young people in the bachelor's and master's programs Open
During the late adolescence, it can be reached the highest level of mental operative functions and other intelligent human manifestations. Abstract mental operations can be done at this level: synthesis of syntheses, generalization of gene…
View article: Clinical study on the gingival and osseointegration of some medical devices from dental implant category at the level of the oral cavity – preliminary analysis (part I)
Clinical study on the gingival and osseointegration of some medical devices from dental implant category at the level of the oral cavity – preliminary analysis (part I) Open
Introduction. In order to achieve the goals of oral implantology, it is of great importance to obtain tissue integration (bone and epithelial) of dental implants. Bone integration has the role of rigidly fixing the dental implant at the le…
View article: Breast cancer in Romania, a pathology that requires information and education campaigns – risk factors and prophylaxis
Breast cancer in Romania, a pathology that requires information and education campaigns – risk factors and prophylaxis Open
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women, and its early diagnosis can lead to a survival of over 90% at 5 years. In order to achieve correct education of the population, especially of young women and of the entire medica…
View article: Understanding the genetics and neurobiological pathways behind addiction (Review)
Understanding the genetics and neurobiological pathways behind addiction (Review) Open
The hypothesis issued by modern medicine states that many diseases known to humans are genetically determined, influenced or not by environmental factors, which is applicable to most psychiatric disorders as well. This article focuses on t…