Medicine
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In the present review, we aimed to synthesize evidence from studies on the safety and effectiveness of prophylactic blood transfusion in pregnant women with sickle cell disease. ⋯ The present meta-analysis indicated that prophylactic blood transfusion in pregnant women with sickle cell disease may improve maternal and fetal outcomes. However, substantial variations in the methodology and transfusion protocols among the included studies limited the credibility of the current evidence supporting the routine clinical use of prophylactic transfusion for SCD during pregnancy.
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This study aimed to develop and validate a clinical model for predicting the risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) by using data from a cross-sectional study. This investigation utilized data from the Dryad database and employed multivariable logistic regression analysis, restricted cubic spline, and nomogram analysis to achieve comprehensive insights. The discrimination and calibration of the nomogram were evaluated using the receiver operating characteristic curve and calibration plot. ⋯ The value of area under the curve was 0.790, indicating that the nomogram prediction model exhibited significant discriminatory accuracy. A reliable clinical model for predicting the risk of NAFLD was developed using readily available clinical data. The model can assist clinicians in identifying individuals with an increased risk of NAFLD, enabling early interventions for preventing and managing this prevalent liver disease.
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Review Case Reports
COVID-19 positive woman presented with major fetal congenital anomalies: A case report with literature review.
Pregnancy is a special term in life with physiological changes in both cardiorespiratory and immune systems; that is why severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection in pregnancy may result in an altered response. With this, we present a case report of a young pregnant lady who was exposed to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection just before pregnancy and ended up with an affected fetus. The impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) exposure on neonatal outcomes has not yet been fully evaluated; by this article, we aim to find if COVID-19 exposure is linked to congenital anomalies. ⋯ In the literature, there is conflicting evidence about the impact of COVID-19 in pregnancy especially if the patient is confronted with the virus in the first trimester. Despite the increasing number of published studies on COVID-19 in pregnancy, there are insufficient good quality unbiased studies about the issue. Risk factors for COVID-19 overlap with the risk factors for pregnancy complications and the risk factors of the treatment prescribed. The impact of COVID-19 exposure on neonatal outcomes has not yet been fully evaluated; in this article, we aim to find if COVID-19 exposure is linked to congenital anomalies. Further research is needed to ascertain neonatal outcomes.
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Neonatal encephalopathy (NE) is a serious condition with various neurological dysfunctions in newborns. Disruptions in glucose metabolism, including both hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, are common in NE and can significantly impact outcomes. Hypoglycemia, defined as blood glucose below 45 mg/dL, is associated with increased mortality, neurodevelopmental disabilities, and brain lesions on MRI. ⋯ Maintaining balanced blood sugar levels is critical in managing NE. Early detection and intervention of dysglycemia are crucial to improve outcomes in neonates with encephalopathy. Further research is needed to optimize glycemic management strategies and explore the potential benefits of interventions like glucagon therapy.
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Monitoring health status at home has garnered increasing interest. Therefore, this study investigated the potential feasibility of using noncontact sensors in actual home settings. We searched PubMed for relevant studies published until February 19, 2024, using the keywords "home-based," "home," "monitoring," "sensor," and "noncontact." The studies included in this review involved the installation of noncontact sensors in actual home settings and the evaluation of their performance for health status monitoring. ⋯ Measurements such as heart rate, respiratory rate, and body weight obtained with noncontact sensors were compared with the results obtained from polysomnography, polygraphy, and commercial scales. All included studies demonstrated that noncontact sensors produced results comparable to those of standard measurement tools, confirming their excellent capability for biometric measurements. Overall, noncontact sensors have sufficient potential for monitoring health status at home.