Background: Hernias, whether primary or recurrent, remain a significant surgical challenge, particularly in resource-limited settings. The choice of repair techniques and mesh placement critically influences postoperative outcomes and recurrence risk. This study evaluates the clinical outcomes of open onlay premuscular meshplasty and hybrid repairs in primary, recurrent, and recurrent hernias.
Methodology:...Read More

Confluent and reticulated papillomatosis (CRP) is a rare and often underdiagnosed disorder of keratinization that poses a significant clinical challenge due to its resemblance to more common pigmentary conditions, particularly...Read More

Primary pulmonary follicular lymphoma (PPFL) is an exceptionally rare subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that arises within the lung parenchyma without nodal or extrapulmonary involvement at diagnosis. Its nonspecific clinical and...Read More

Aplastic anemia and thalassemia are two distinct hematological disorders that are rarely seen in combination. This report describes the case of a 7-year-old boy initially diagnosed with aplastic anemia based...Read More

The focal article of current commentary is comparative analysis of patient privacy and autonomy in China and the United States. Commentary critically examines the significant differences in ethical frameworks, legal...Read More

An ideas and opinions piece in the Annals of Internal Medicine highlighted the health disparities exacerbated by coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19). Health disparities persist across the United States, disproportionately affecting vulnerable...Read More

This article emphasizes the important need to incorporate soft skills into dental education. In developing nations such as Sudan, dental graduates frequently confront difficulties with patient communication, cooperation, emotional intelligence,...Read More

Background: This study examines the efficacy of a home health care intervention utilizing telephone and patient monitoring to assess its clinical value, particularly in vulnerable patient populations.
Methodology: Comprehensive literature review...Read More

This Quality Improvement Project (QIP) aimed to enhance the management of anticoagulation therapy in atrial fibrillation (AF) patients by improving adherence to the CHA2DS2-VA and HAS-BLED risk assessment scores. Recognizing...Read More

Burn injuries to the hands often lead to joint contractures and scarring, resulting in significant functional and cosmetic challenges that can cause disability and psychological distress. Changes in the hand’s...Read More

Aim: This study aimed to determine factors that contribute to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Ghana.
Design: This study employed a systematic review methodology.
Methodology: A systematic search of five electronic databases was...Read More

Background: Limb salvage in resource-constrained environments poses a major surgical challenge. While technological advances and microsurgical techniques have revolutionized reconstructive surgery in high-income countries, surgeons in low- and middle-income countries...Read More

Vonoprazan, a potent inhibitor of gastric acid secretion, is a recently introduced drug. It is debated to be better than or equal to proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) in the treatment...Read More

Background: Bell’s Palsy is an idiopathic, non-progressive neuropathy of the facial nerve occurring in a lower motor neuron pattern. The treatment conventionally consists of steroids, but the effectiveness of the...Read More

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is currently one of the biggest global threats to public health and should be given top priority by all healthcare providers and organizations. It is raising the...Read More

Background: Nurses serving in tertiary care hospitals usually encounter intense workload pressures that can cause burnout and a negative impact on the provision of evidence-based, compassionate nursing care. The connection...Read More

Background: Neck of femur (NOF) fractures are a major public health issue for Fiji’s aging population, with surgical site infections (SSIs) being a devastating complication that increases morbidity, mortality, and...Read More

Introduction: Pathology specimens constitute a cornerstone of undergraduate medical education, serving as an essential bridge between theoretical knowledge and clinical application. Exposure to preserved human organ specimens enables students to...Read More