Hippokratia
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Although migraine is among the most common disabling conditions worldwide, it is rarely accurately diagnosed. This study aimed to categorize and compare patients suffering from migraines without aura (MWA) or other types of headaches in primary health care facilities. ⋯ More than half the patients in this study were newly classified as having MWA, indicating a high prevalence of undiagnosed migraine. Categorization of patients with headaches is of crucial importance for appropriate treatment and should be utilized in everyday practice in primary health care settings. HIPPOKRATIA 2023, 27 (2):99-105.
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Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) may invade the bile duct, causing malignant biliary obstruction, which is mainly treated by percutaneous biliary stenting. Biliary tract infection after stenting is a severe and common complication in the early postoperative period. In this study, we investigated the risk factors predisposing to infection after percutaneous biliary stenting in patients with CCA and its effect on prognosis. Our findings might reference early clinical prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. ⋯ Biliary tract infection is the most common complication after biliary interventions, and severe infection may even lead to death. Clinical studies should analyze and evaluate patients' clinical characteristics, perioperative indicators, and relevant serological indicators, identify relevant risk factors, and administer prompt treatment to reduce the chance of infection and improve patients' prognosis. HIPPOKRATIA 2023, 27 (2):89-98.
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Dog bite injuries commonly fall under the radar of the public health surveillance systems. Nevertheless, these incidents may result in emotional distress, disfigurement, functional deficit, or exposure to zoonotic agents and therefore may have a considerable impact on public health. ⋯ Dog bite surveillance offers important epidemiological information on the respective traumatic impact. HIPPOKRATIA 2023, 27 (2):82-88.