Background: In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan, the number of institutions offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs has increased in recent years. Despite this expansion, enrollment in nursing education is experiencing a declining trend, creating a paradox between supply and student interest. This gap may be influenced by factors such...Read More

Background: Leukemia cutis (LC) is a rare extramedullary manifestation of leukemia characterized by the infiltration of malignant leukocytes into the epidermis, dermis, or subcutaneous tissue. It is uncommon in acute...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

Objective: We aimed to investigate the increased mortality associated with intramedullary nails (IMN) as compared to dynamic hip screws (DHS) in treating trochanteric hip fractures in the elderly population.
Method: We...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

Objective: We aimed to investigate the increased mortality associated with intramedullary nails (IMN) as compared to dynamic hip screws (DHS) in treating trochanteric hip fractures in the elderly population.
Method: We...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

Background: Developing professional identity can be challenging for faculty teaching in advanced practice nursing programs, particularly as students transition from learner to autonomous clinician. Reflective writing offers a pedagogical strategy...Read More

Hospital readmissions from skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) remain a significant burden to the United States healthcare system, with approximately 20-25% of SNF patients readmitted within 30 days, largely due to...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

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: Maternal mortality remains a pressing global health challenge, with Nigeria contributing a significant share of the burden. Reproductive and maternal health (RMH) services delivered through primary health care (PHC)...Read More

Background: In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan, the number of institutions offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs has increased in recent years. Despite this expansion, enrollment in nursing education is...Read More

Background: The theory-practice gap in nursing refers to the discrepancy between knowledge acquired in classrooms and its application in clinical settings. This gap affects clinical competence and quality of care.
Aim:...Read More