Medicine
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Observational Study
Serum galectin-3 can help distinguish lupus nephritis from systemic lupus erythematosus and is also correlated with the degree of renal damage in lupus nephritis.
Lupus nephritis (LN) constitutes a substantial contributor to morbidity and mortality in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The monitoring of renal function in patients with LN is associated with improved prognostication. The objective of this study was to evaluate the clinical utility of serum galectin-3 (Gal-3) levels in differentiating LN from SLE. ⋯ There was a tendency for serum Gal-3 levels to increase with worsening renal impairment in patients with LN. In conclusion, Gal-3 could be a valuable biomarker for distinguishing LN from SLE, providing a useful clinical reference. Elevated serum Gal-3 levels may be associated with the severity of renal impairment in patients with LN.
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Observational Study
Impact of occupational stress and musculoskeletal disorders on job satisfaction among Chinese dental hygienists: An observational study.
Dental hygienists in China face unique occupational challenges, with their job satisfaction being pivotal to performance. This study investigates the interplay between job satisfaction and occupational stress, burnout, and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among this group. A cross-sectional survey was conducted involving 21 female dental hygienists from Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital. ⋯ While stress and burnout are prevalent among Chinese dental hygienists, they do not directly impact job satisfaction. MSDs, however, significantly affect satisfaction levels. The study suggests that addressing MSDs and enhancing workplace factors can improve job satisfaction and retention in the profession.
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Case Reports
Case report of antifungal drug-induced phlebitis in a patient with myelodysplastic syndrome.
This article summarized the nursing experience of phlebitis caused by intravenous infusion of amphotericin B cholesterol sulfate complex in a patient with myelodysplastic syndrome. ⋯ The specific electromagnetic wave therapy can make the phlebitis caused by amphotericin B quickly heal, which is helpful for the smooth implementation of the antifungal treatment program.
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The orbital Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is rare clinically, due to its ability to mimic other conditions, distinguishing LCH from hematoma when these disorders coexist can be particularly challenging. ⋯ LCH rarely occurs at the infraorbital margin. When external factors, lead to local bleeding and hematoma formation, the presence of lesions may be masked, resulting in a missed diagnosis. Radiographic features such as localized "worm-eaten" bone destruction should not be overlooked for timely LCH diagnosis and treatment.
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Neck pain during pregnancy is a common disease during pregnancy. It is urgent to find a safe and effective method without side effects. Acupuncture therapy including umbilical needling has been widely used in many diseases. But there is no report in such cases. ⋯ These results show that umbilical needling therapy can effectively improve the clinical symptoms of neck pain during pregnancy without affecting the fetus. Umbilical needling in neck pain treatment during pregnancy should be further investigated.