Niger J Clin Pract
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The aim of this retrospective study was to determine the prevalence and patterns of impacted third molars in a Trinidadian population. ⋯ The prevalence of impacted wisdom teeth in this study was 27%. These results raise awareness and provide insight among dental professionals in Trinidad as to the prevalence of impacted third molars, their patterns, as well as commonly associated pathologies, and the need for screening within the population.
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Review
Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis: A Rare but Clinically Important Disease for the Otolaryngologist.
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) is rare but debilitating autoimmune disease and commonly presents with sinonasal as well as other head and neck symptoms. ⋯ This review illustrates the important role that an otolaryngologist can play in the work up and symptom management of patients with GPA. Knowledge of the common presenting symptoms as well as more rare presentations of GPA is extremely important for otolaryngologists as prompt diagnosis and management is extremely important to avoid significant morbidity and mortality.
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The outlook of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in low-and-medium-income-countries is poor. Modern farming practices in Nigeria are becoming increasingly associated with the use of herbicides and pesticides. ⋯ This study showed a high prevalence of herbicides and pesticide use and traditional risk factors for kidney disease, in addition to the high prevalence of markers of kidney damage among the dwellers of rural farming settlements in South-West Nigeria.
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Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer type globally. The female breasts are important for beauty and sexuality, comprising the body image, which includes the individual self-perception and others. This varied perception may influence the quality of life of individuals with breast cancer. ⋯ Negative body image results in poorer QoL in breast cancer patients, and this underscores the importance of addressing body image concerns as part of comprehensive care for breast cancer patients.
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Schizophrenia is a severe and chronic neuropsychiatric disorder that involves profound impairment of psychopathology in cognition, emotion, perception, and other aspects of behavior. Factors, such as the nature of the disease, length of hospital stay, duration of illness, and side effects of psychotropic drugs, may contribute to poor oral health and the risk of developing bruxism in patients with schizophrenia. ⋯ The relatively high prevalence of probable bruxism in patients with schizophrenia and its relation to antipsychotics was observed. There is a need for more research on the causes and treatment of bruxism in schizophrenia.