Irish journal of medical science
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Sedentary lifestyles have been associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Radiology as a profession may be sedentary compared to some clinical disciplines. ⋯ Such a difference in calorie intake can have significant long-term health implications in terms of increased weight or BMI. Means of combating this deficit are discussed.
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The important role played by carers of those with mental health problems is frequently undervalued among healthcare professionals. ⋯ Carer involvement is essential for the complete and effective management of individuals with mental illness. Confidentiality should not be used as a reason for completely excluding carers.
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Lipid disorders are known to be linked to disturbance in oxidative reactions and play an important role in the progression and complications of idiopathic nephrotic syndrome (INS). ⋯ We observed presence of pro-atherogenic lipid profile in INS. Elevation of oxLDL may reflect increased oxidative stress and higher risk of atherosclerosis in INS, therefore it seems to be relevant to find patients of risk of atherosclerosis to consider lipid lowering treatment with antioxidants.
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The survival benefit of postoperative adjuvant transcatheter arterial chemoembolization (TACE) remains controversial. ⋯ Postoperative adjuvant TACE improves the survival of patients with HBV-related HCC (stage B) after curative resection compared to surgery only.
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Nephrolithiasis is a common clinical disorder with significant health and economic burden. We conducted this study to evaluate clinical and metabolic parameters in adult patients with history of renal calculi. ⋯ Urine calcium, uric acid, and oxalate excretion were low in our patients while urine citrate was relatively high. Higher BMI maybe a risk factor for nephrolithiasis.