Irish journal of medical science
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This study investigates maxillofacial fractures in non-indigenous ethnic groups who were reviewed in the national maxillofacial unit in Ireland. The aim of this study was to highlight any potential trends in presentation of facial fractures in non-indigenous groups in comparison to previous reports which have included all ethnicities. This unique study is based on the fact that Ireland has only recently transformed into a diverse, multi-cultural country. This is unlike countries such as the UK and USA which have a long history of multicultural integration. ⋯ This study shows how maxillofacial units need to adapt to the changing trends in Irish demographics with increased demand for resources such as translation services. A further study could evaluate the rapidly changing demographic with mass migration of people currently seeking refuge in Western Europe.
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This perspective piece aims to delve into the challenges and possibilities arising from uncertainty in psychiatry and psychotherapy. ⋯ Ambiguity and uncertainty in the setting of partial knowledge presents psychiatry with a challenge, yes; but it also enables psychiatry to be innovative in its approach, and to address the complexities of the human condition in a way that is unique and unparalleled within the field of medicine.
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Keratin 15 (KRT15) exhibits inconsistent prognostic roles in different cancers, and its prognostic value in early cervical cancer patients who receive tumor resection remains unknown. This study aimed to assess the relationship of KRT15 expression with prognosis in these patients. ⋯ High KRT15 expression reflects favorable tumor features and longer survival in early cervical cancer patients who receive tumor resection.