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Surgical management of burns in functional areas: a 5-year retrospective study
Burns represent one of the most complex types of trauma that can occur in the human body and, as such, remain a subject of constant debate in the medical world. Globally, burns account for approximately 180,000 deaths annually,...
Optimizing outcomes of partial nephrectomy in patients with tumors in solitary kidneys: a non-systematic review
This review consolidates recent evidence on managing renal cell carcinoma (RCC) in patients with solitary kidneys. It provides a comprehensive discussion of evolving strategies in partial nephrectomy—including open,...
A comprehensive congenital syphilis case report with evidence-based insights into current practices
Congenital syphilis is one of the most well-known congenital infections. Despite notable progress in early diagnosis of syphilis paired with the accessibility of cost-effective treatment and preventive strategies, a few cases...
Prognostic factors and relapse in nodal vs. extranodal non-Hodgkin lymphoma of the ENT region: a prospective cohort study
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) arising from the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) region presents unique challenges with regard to diagnosis and treatment. This study investigated the clinical characteristics, prognostic factors, and...
The dissection-based identification of the preaortic sympathetic plexus formation, anatomical relations, and clinical applications
The abdominal sympathetic nervous system provides sympathetic innervation to the abdominal organs and gonads. This system is part of an extensive neural network that extends from the base of the skull to the pelvis. The...
Regional anesthesia in colorectal laparoscopy: a retrospective comparison of quadratus lumborum and TAP blocks
Effective postoperative pain control is pivotal in enhancing recovery following laparoscopic colorectal surgery. Regional anesthesia techniques such as the transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block and the quadratus lumborum (QL)...
Public perceptions and practices on air quality and respiratory health: insights from a cross-sectional study in Saudi Arabia
This study aimed to assess public perceptions and practices regarding air quality and its impact on respiratory health in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 539 participants, selected through stratified...