Medical principles and practice : international journal of the Kuwait University, Health Science Centre
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The aim of this retrospective study was to investigate the association of atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT) with other forms of arrhythmia in individual patients and its consequences for treatment. ⋯ Coexistence of AVNRT with other types of arrhythmias was a common finding among these patients. The most frequently observed double tachycardia was the combination of AVNRT with atrial tachyarrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation, with a potential significance for further patient management.
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To assess the safety and efficacy of the StarClose device following intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) counterpulsation using 8-Fr femoral sheaths. ⋯ CFA closure with the StarClose device was safe, feasible and effective in patients undergoing IABP support using 8-Fr sheath sizes.
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This study investigated the thresholds at which general dentists in Kuwait would restore approximal and occlusal carious lesions and examined the demographic characteristics of the dentists in relation to their decision making. ⋯ The respondents tended to delay restorative intervention until dentinal penetration of the caries. Resin restorative materials were used in conservatively prepared cavities. Participants chose a conservative approach for occlusal lesions but still believed in a traditional approach when it concerned approximal lesions. Experience, university dental education, and participation in continuous education courses were most significantly related to restorative treatment.
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To assess the degree of immunosuppressive medication adherence in kidney transplant patients (KTPs) and to determine if there is a difference in the rate of adherence to tacrolimus (Tac), cyclosporine (CsA) and sirolimus (Sir). ⋯ The KTPs in this study demonstrated a high level of adherence. Nonadherence was associated with worse graft function and a lower Tac level. Knowledge about the degree of adherence could help the early identification of nonadherent patients and the development of strategies to improve this.
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To investigate the status of the oxidant/antioxidant balance in patients with multiple myeloma compared to healthy controls. ⋯ Our findings indicate an impaired oxidative/antioxidative balance in multiple myeloma. We recommend further studies with larger groups to investigate the possible relationship between oxidative stress and the aetiopathogenesis of multiple myeloma.