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Category: 2014
The evolution of cochlear implant technology and its clinical relevance
The article presents a brief history of the development of the cochlear implant, from its beginnings to the present day. After a short description of the device, it describes the evolution of the technology for three of the top...
Calculus detection technologies: where do we stand now?
Epidemiological studies have implicated dental calculus as an ideal substrate for subgingival microbial colonization. Therefore, the main objective of periodontal therapy is to eliminate the microbial biofilm along with the...
OCT parameters in patients with diabetic maculopathy
The treatment of the clinically significant macular edema in patients with diabetic maculopathy by the intravitreal administration of corticosteroids and antiangiogenic factors requires rapid and more accurate investigation...
Molecular mechanisms in the pathogenesis of sepsis
Innate immune system is a universal form of host defense against infections. The recognition of the innate immunity is based on a limited number of encoded receptors that have evolved to recognize microbial metabolism products....
Tattoo-induced psoriasis
Koebner phenomenon represents the development of several inflammatory skin lesions (psoriasis, lichen planus, vitiligo, etc.) in uninvolved skin following various traumatic insults. The case of a 27-year-old male patient with...
Benefits of anterior chamber paracentesis in the management of glaucomatous emergencies
Anterior chamber paracentesis (ACP) is an alternative technique to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with acute closed-angle glaucoma (ACAG) and requires controlled drainage of aqueous humor from the anterior chamber...
Rupture of a splenic artery aneurysm in a previously healthy 53-year-old male
Splenic artery aneurysms are unusual clinical conditions that may be ruptured resulting into adverse health outcomes. Pregnancy, portal hypertension and atherosclerosis are conditions that predispose to the formation of splenic...