Pak J Med Sci
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To examine the relationship between Hepatitis B vaccination status and demographic and hepatitis B markers of individuals receiving healthcare services. ⋯ Although the Universal Hepatitis-B Vaccination Program was followed in our study, it was determined that antibody levels in healthcare workers decreased or ended over time, and hepatitis-B antibody levels increased significantly with each dose of vaccine administered. For this reason, it is of great importance to determine regular antibody levels and develop standard vaccination programs, especially in healthcare workers.
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To analyze the risk factors of delirium in elderly patients after hip arthroplasty and to construct a prediction model. ⋯ Age, short nighttime sleep, general anesthesia, high intraoperative blood loss, hypoxemia, and high CRP levels are independent risk factors for delirium after hip arthroplasty. The nomogram prediction model constructed based on these risk factors can effectively predict delirium in elderly patients after hip arthroplasty.
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To study the effect of informing patients with video before cardiac surgery on intensive care experience. ⋯ It was found that informing patients with video about the intensive care setting and process before cardiac surgery had a positive effect on the intensive care experience. Note: The study was produced from a master's thesis and was not presented. All participants gave informed consent for the study, and that their anonymity was preserved.Trial Registration NO.: NCT05255887.
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To explore the evaluation value of intracranial magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) combined with carotid ultrasound (CU) in patients with cerebral infarction (CI). ⋯ Intracranial MRA combined with CU can clarify the vascular stenosis and hemodynamic characteristics of patients with CI, and the combined approach closely correlates with the characteristics of CI, which can be used for disease assessment.
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Metallic copper alloys have gained attention recently as a cutting-edge antibacterial weapon for areas where surface hygiene is crucial. The present study aimed to assess copper coupons (99% Cu) for their potential to decrease the viability of various Enterobacteriaceae strains from inanimate hospital surfaces. ⋯ These results suggest that prolonged copper usage may contribute to the development of antibiotic resistance, which could have significant ramifications.