Medicine
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Antimicrobial properties of plants have been investigated by a number of studies worldwide and many of them have been used as therapeutic alternatives because of their antimicrobial properties. The quest for suitable and affordable alternative in the face of increasing antimicrobial drug resistant has led researchers into exploring the use of plant extract in the treatment of infections. The antibacterial properties of turmeric (Curcuma longa) on selected bacteria were evaluated. ⋯ There was no inhibitory effect against P aeruginosa. There was significant difference between the ethanol and aqueous extracts (P < .05). This study reveal that Turmeric plant has antibacterial potential against selected organisms and may be of great use of pharmaceutical industries for the development of medicine to cure ailments and control abnormal serum lipid profile.
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Azithromycin (AZM) is an antimicrobial agent and frequently used in the treatment of pediatric respiratory diseases due to its well-recognized clinical efficacy. Despite some favorable findings from many studies, there is a lack of research reports focusing on the safety profiles and adverse reactions. ⋯ AZM has fewer adverse reactions and better safety profiles, which make AZM a more attractive option in the treatment of pediatric respiratory diseases.
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Recurrent Glioblastoma presents a formidable challenge in oncology due to its aggressive nature and limited treatment options. Tumour-Treating Fields (TTFields) Therapy, a novel therapeutic modality, has emerged as a promising approach to address this clinical conundrum. This review synthesizes the current evidence surrounding the efficacy of TTFields Therapy in the context of recurrent Glioblastoma. ⋯ The synthesis of diverse studies underscores the potential of TTFields Therapy as a valuable addition to the armamentarium against recurrent Glioblastoma. The narrative review comprehensively explains the therapy's mechanisms, clinical benefits, adverse events, and future directions. The insights gathered herein serve as a foundation for clinicians and researchers striving to optimize treatment strategies for patients facing the challenging landscape of recurrent Glioblastoma.
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Review Case Reports
Brain abscess of odontogenic origin: A case report and literature review.
The objective of this study is to investigate and understand the characteristics of odontogenic brain abscess. ⋯ This investigation contributes to an enhanced comprehension and improved clinical identification of odontogenic brain abscess.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The implementation and effect evaluation of AIDET standard communication health education mode under the King theory of goal attainment: A randomized control study.
This research addresses inadequate understanding of interventional prenatal diagnosis, preoperative anxiety psychological problems in pregnant women undergoing interventional prenatal diagnosis, proposing a health education mode combined AIDET standard communication and King's theory of goal attainment approach to potentially improve health education outcomes, anxiety psychological problems, and patient satisfaction. ⋯ Using the AIDET standard communication health education model under the King theory of goal attainment in nurse-patient communication is conducive to the rapid establishment of a harmonious and trusting nurse-patient relationship between pregnant women and nurses, helping pregnant women and nurses jointly promote the establishment and implementation of health education goals, helping to improve pregnant women's acceptance of information related to interventional prenatal diagnosis, health education and the procedure of walking on the day of surgery. It helps enhance the effectiveness of health education and satisfaction, reducing pregnant women's uncertainty about the disease, their unfamiliarity with the surgery environment and surgery procedure, and their preoperative anxiety.