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View article: Does Diabetes Matter? The Efficacy of PRP on the Quality of Life in Stress Urinary Incontinence
Does Diabetes Matter? The Efficacy of PRP on the Quality of Life in Stress Urinary Incontinence Open
Background: Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is quite common in women, impairing the quality of life. Diabetes mellitus may exacerbate pelvic floor dysfunction and alter treatment response. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a regenerative opt…
View article: Refining the Management of Prostate Imaging Reporting Category 3 Lesions through SelectMDx Urinary Biomarker Evaluation.
Refining the Management of Prostate Imaging Reporting Category 3 Lesions through SelectMDx Urinary Biomarker Evaluation. Open
Among patients with PI-RADS 3 lesions (n=40), a significant correlation between SelectMDx results and biopsy-confirmed clinically significant prostate cancer was observed. Clinically significant cancer was detected in 57.1% of patients wit…
View article: The outcomes of partial nephrectomy – considerations that contribute to positive surgical margins
The outcomes of partial nephrectomy – considerations that contribute to positive surgical margins Open
The diagnosis in the early stages of renal tumors, as well as the oncological outcomes equivalent to extensive nephrectomies, have increased interest in partial nephrectomy (PN), which is the preferred method for treating renal cell carcin…
View article: Modern Conservative Management Strategies for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: A Systematic Review
Modern Conservative Management Strategies for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: A Systematic Review Open
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is characterized by the involuntary leakage of urine during activities that increase intra-abdominal pressure. The management of SUI encompasses surgical treatments, such as colposuspension and sling proce…
View article: Exploring the Efficacy of Virtual Reality Training in Obstetric Procedures and Patient Care—A Systematic Review
Exploring the Efficacy of Virtual Reality Training in Obstetric Procedures and Patient Care—A Systematic Review Open
Background: As technology continues to shape society, younger generations are increasingly accustomed to its integration into daily life, making it mandatory for medical educators to adopt innovative tools like virtual reality (VR). This s…
View article: Evaluating Offspring After Pregnancy-Associated Cancer: A Systematic Review of Neonatal Outcomes
Evaluating Offspring After Pregnancy-Associated Cancer: A Systematic Review of Neonatal Outcomes Open
Background/Objectives: Pregnancy-associated cancer (PAC) presents significant challenges for maternal and neonatal health, and yet its impact on neonatal outcomes remains poorly understood. This systematic review aims to evaluate the neona…
View article: Reviewing the complexities of horseshoe kidney: insights into embryogenesis and surgical considerations
Reviewing the complexities of horseshoe kidney: insights into embryogenesis and surgical considerations Open
Horseshoe kidney (HSK) is a common renal malformation with unique and complex characteristics. A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed and ScienceDirect databases. Several theories have been proposed regarding HSK formati…
View article: Applicability of the SelectMDx Test in Identifying Clinically Significant Prostate Cancer: Insights from an Eastern European Cohort
Applicability of the SelectMDx Test in Identifying Clinically Significant Prostate Cancer: Insights from an Eastern European Cohort Open
Background: Prostate cancer is a major global health concern, and current diagnostic methods, including prostate-specific antigen testing, have significant limitations. SelectMDx is a urinary biomarker test used for risk stratification of …
View article: Correction: Marin et al. Clinical Correlations between Serological Markers and Endometrial Cancer. Cancers 2024, 16, 1935
Correction: Marin et al. Clinical Correlations between Serological Markers and Endometrial Cancer. Cancers 2024, 16, 1935 Open
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View article: Non-Antibiotic Prevention of Catheter Mechanic and Septic Complications in Patients with Long-Term Indwelling Catheters: a Crossover Prospective Study Involving L-Methionine
Non-Antibiotic Prevention of Catheter Mechanic and Septic Complications in Patients with Long-Term Indwelling Catheters: a Crossover Prospective Study Involving L-Methionine Open
Bacterial antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major public health concern in modern society caused by bacterial changes that impair the efficacy of infection-treating drugs. Non-antibiotic techniques are critical for controlling the antimi…
View article: Arteriovenous Fistula: The Case of a Rare Complication after Minimal Percutaneous Nephrostomy and Brief Review
Arteriovenous Fistula: The Case of a Rare Complication after Minimal Percutaneous Nephrostomy and Brief Review Open
Percutaneous renal surgery, although much less invasive than other procedures, is subject to several complications, which can occur at any time during the course of treatment, starting from the performance of the minimal nephrostomy proced…
View article: Clinical Correlations between Serological Markers and Endometrial Cancer
Clinical Correlations between Serological Markers and Endometrial Cancer Open
Background: Endometrial cancer is associated with changes in blood cell counts and with high levels of inflammatory markers, thus reflecting the tumor’s impact on various biological processes and suggesting their potential as biomarkers fo…
View article: Postpartum Depression: Etiology, Treatment, and Consequences for Maternal Care
Postpartum Depression: Etiology, Treatment, and Consequences for Maternal Care Open
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a disabling condition that has recently shown an increase in prevalence, becoming an essential public health problem. This study is a qualitative review summarizing the most frequent risk factors associated w…
View article: Unveiling the Therapeutic Horizon: HPV Vaccines and Their Impact on Cutaneous Diseases—A Comprehensive Review
Unveiling the Therapeutic Horizon: HPV Vaccines and Their Impact on Cutaneous Diseases—A Comprehensive Review Open
Human papillomavirus (HPV) encompasses a diverse array of viruses, comprising approximately 200 serotypes that affect humans. While the majority of HPV strains are associated with benign skin or mucous membrane growths, a subset is implica…
View article: Antimicrobial Resistance Profile of Group B Streptococci Colonization in a Sample Population of Pregnant Women from Romania
Antimicrobial Resistance Profile of Group B Streptococci Colonization in a Sample Population of Pregnant Women from Romania Open
Group B Streptococcus (GBS) represents one of the leading causes of life-threatening invasive disease in pregnant women and neonates. Rates of GBS colonization vary by region, but studies on maternal GBS status are limited in Romania. This…
View article: Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Association with Ulcerative Proctitis: Surgical Management in a Refractory Case to Topical and Systemic Treatment
Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Association with Ulcerative Proctitis: Surgical Management in a Refractory Case to Topical and Systemic Treatment Open
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a challenging dermatological condition, can be described as a chronic, painful, follicular, occlusive disease that is characterized by painful nodules, abscesses, and sinus tracts generally located in the int…
View article: The Intersection of Dermatological Dilemmas and Endocrinological Complexities: Understanding Necrobiosis Lipoidica—A Comprehensive Review
The Intersection of Dermatological Dilemmas and Endocrinological Complexities: Understanding Necrobiosis Lipoidica—A Comprehensive Review Open
Background: Necrobiosis lipoidica (NL) is a rare granulomatous skin disorder with a predilection for females, often associated with diabetes mellitus (DM). This paper aims to comprehensively review the literature on NL, focusing on its ass…
View article: Thyroid Disorders in Systemic Sclerosis: A Comprehensive Review
Thyroid Disorders in Systemic Sclerosis: A Comprehensive Review Open
Systemic sclerosis, also referred to as scleroderma, is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects both internal organs and the skin. Systemic sclerosis predominantly affects female patients and can coexist with other disorders, including t…
View article: Progesterone Hypersensitivity in Assisted Reproductive Technologies: Implications for Safety and Efficacy
Progesterone Hypersensitivity in Assisted Reproductive Technologies: Implications for Safety and Efficacy Open
The global rise in the age of childbirth, influenced by changing sociodemographic patterns, has had a notable impact on fertility rates. Simultaneously, assisted reproductive techniques (ARTs) have become increasingly prevalent due to adva…
View article: Update on Urinary Tract Infection Antibiotic Resistance—A Retrospective Study in Females in Conjunction with Clinical Data
Update on Urinary Tract Infection Antibiotic Resistance—A Retrospective Study in Females in Conjunction with Clinical Data Open
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) represent a frequent pathology among the female population that has become more and more difficult to treat in the past decade, considering the increase in antibiotic resistance—a serious global public healt…
View article: Cutaneous Manifestations in Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED): A Comprehensive Review
Cutaneous Manifestations in Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED): A Comprehensive Review Open
Autoimmune polyendocrinopathy-candidiasis-ectodermal dystrophy (APECED), or polyglandular autoimmune syndrome type 1 (PAS-1/APS-1), is a rare autosomal recessive disorder linked to mutations in the autoimmune regulator (AIRE) gene. This re…
View article: Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus: Navigating Sex Hormone Dynamics and Pioneering Personalized Treatment Paradigm
Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus: Navigating Sex Hormone Dynamics and Pioneering Personalized Treatment Paradigm Open
Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a frequently overlooked inflammatory disorder affecting the skin and mucous membranes of the vulva. With a propensity for atrophy, severe scarring, functional impairment, and malignant evolution, VLS is a d…
View article: Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Reproductive Health: Assessing the Role of Sex Hormones in Disease Development
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Reproductive Health: Assessing the Role of Sex Hormones in Disease Development Open
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is a distinctive form of cicatricial alopecia characterized by gradual hairline recession, predominantly affecting postmenopausal individuals, thus implying a potential hormonal origin. This narrative revie…
View article: Uropathogens’ Antibiotic Resistance Evolution in a Female Population: A Sequential Multi-Year Comparative Analysis
Uropathogens’ Antibiotic Resistance Evolution in a Female Population: A Sequential Multi-Year Comparative Analysis Open
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) represent a common finding among females and an important basis for antibiotic treatment. Considering the significant increase in antibiotic resistance during the last decades, this study retrospectively fol…
View article: Conundrum for Psoriasis and Thyroid Involvement
Conundrum for Psoriasis and Thyroid Involvement Open
Strategies concerning thyroid anomalies in patients confirmed with psoriasis, either on clinical level or molecular levels, and their genetic findings remain an open issue. Identification of the exact subgroup of individuals that are candi…
View article: Management of Hyperthyroidism during Pregnancy: A Systematic Literature Review
Management of Hyperthyroidism during Pregnancy: A Systematic Literature Review Open
In pregnancy, several physiological changes affect maternal circulating thyroid hormone levels. The most common causes of hyperthyroidism in pregnancy are Graves’ disease and hCG-mediated hyperthyroidism. Therefore, evaluating and managing…
View article: Postpartum hemorrhage management according to the underlying cause
Postpartum hemorrhage management according to the underlying cause Open
Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is still a significant cause of death worldwide. This condition is classically defined as a blood loss of 500 ml or more within 24 hours after birth. Their most common causes are uterine atony, placental retenti…