Irish journal of medical science
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Although the gait and balance disturbances of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) patients were evaluated by using different methods in literature, the impact of the foot and body posture on gait and balance has not been clearly described yet in DMD. ⋯ NCT04353167, Date of registration: April 16, 2020.
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Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening complication of type 1 diabetes mellitus. ⋯ Diabetic ketoacidosis at diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus was shown to be associated with poorer long-term glycemic control in this study. Furthermore, individuals who utilize recreational drugs or have mental health difficulties had significantly worse glycemic control at follow-up.
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To observe the effect of the implementation of improved high-risk sign boards for older people inpatients. ⋯ The application of double-layer card slot and push-pull comprehensive high-risk identification card to older people inpatients can alert nurses, patients, and nursing staff more prominently, which can improve patient satisfaction, reduce installation time and reduce the incidence of adverse events to a certain extent.
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Insulin resistance and disrupted secretion of adipokines are the major contributors to the pathogenesis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Previous research has indicated that adiponectin/leptin (A/L) and HOMA/adiponectin (H/A) ratios have a strong association with insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome. The current study aimed to assess the predictability of the A/L and H/A ratios for PCOS women infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). In this study, we investigated the association of A/L and H/A ratios with PCOS, as well as infertility and RPL in Iranian women with PCOS. ⋯ The ratios of A/L and H/A may serve as biomarkers to distinguish women with PCOS from non-PCOS in the Iranian population. However, it seems that they are not discriminatory markers for PCOS-associated RPL and infertility.
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Adverse events (AE) are an inevitable reality in healthcare, with an incidence of 7.5-14.1% worldwide. AEs are recognised to cause psychological and emotional distress in healthcare workers, with surgeons being particularly susceptible. We report the first data on the emotional impact in relation to adverse events in surgeons in the Republic of Ireland (ROI). ⋯ Surgical trainees report negative psychological and emotional responses that are consistent with second victim symptoms. Those surveyed felt that their training could better prepare them for the personal impact of such events.